Hanuman Chalisa
Shiva
Hindu Deity
Shiva | Definition, Forms, God, Symbols, Meaning, & Facts
Shiva's power is multifaceted, including the role of destruction, transformation, and the cosmic dance of Nataraja.
Origin
शिव (shiva) - auspicious; benign.
Description
Shiva, also known as the "Auspicious One," is one of the main deities in Hinduism, worshipped as the supreme god by Shaivites. Shiva is depicted in various forms, including with his consort Parvati and son Skanda, as the cosmic dancer Nataraja, as a naked ascetic, and more. He is both an ascetic and a master of fertility, and his roles include being the Lord of Cattle (Pashupata). Shiva's female consort takes various forms like Uma, Sati, Parvati, Durga, and Kali. Temples and private shrines often depict Shiva in the form of the lingam. Shiva is also associated with the triad of deities, Brahma, Vishnu, and himself (Shiva), known as the trimurti.
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Shree Bageshwar Dham Ki Jay Bolo
Jay Bolo Jay Bolo, Jay Bolo, Shree Bageshwar Dhaam Ki, Jay Bolo, Hanuman Ji Maharaj, Shree Balaji Sarakaar, Dheerendr Ji
Hey Gaura Ke Lal Meri Suniye Tera Bhakt Khada Tere Dwar Hai
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Japte Raho Subah Shaam Bholenath
Japate Raho Subhah Shaam Bholenath,Jag Mein Sancha Tera Naam Bholenath,Japate Raho Subhah Shaam Bholenath,Japate Raho Su
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Hari Nam Nahi Too Jeena Kya
Hari Nam Nahin to Jeena KyaAmrt Hai Hari Nam Jagat Mein,Ise Chhod Vishay Vish Peena Kya ॥Kal Sada Apne Ras Dole,Na Jane
Suraj Ki Garmi Se Jalte Hue Tan Ko
Jaise Suraj Ki Garmi Se Jalte Hue Tan Ko Mil Jaaye Taruvar Ki Chhaya,Aisa Hi Sukh Mere Mann Ko Mila Hai, Main Jab Se Sha