The Vedic and Puranic Origins of the Lingam The earliest references to the lingam appear in the Vedic texts, particularly in the Atharvaveda and the Shvetashvatara Upanishad. The lingam is often ...

On the auspicious occasion of Maha Shivaratri, the Koothaippar Mahakaleeswari Temple near Thiruverumbur in Trichy district witnessed a grand 'abhishekam' (anointing) for its towering 61-feet Shiva ...

This visit is part of the promotions for his upcoming pan-Indian film Kannappa, which is set to release worldwide on April 25 ...

The Ministry of Culture and Fine Arts has urged the public, especially wedding officiates and event organisers, to stop ...

The Hindu Society of Manitoba celebrated Maha Shivratri on Feb. 26 at the newly renovated temple on Ellice Avenue and the ...

As India celebrates Maha Shivratri, Bollywood has given us several songs dedicated to the glory of Lord Shiva. From powerful lyrics to soul-stirring music, these songs serve as devotional tributes to ...

It’s a Harappan legacy bequeathed to the Indian civilisation. The Rig Veda does not mention the lingam or even Shiva. Lingam means sign or symbol—an abstract representation of Shiva.

A look at the curved oval iconic representation of Shiva Lingam placed on a globular base which is found in the Sanctum Sanctorum Garbhagraha of all Shiva temples has given rise to diverse explanation ...

In Hindu lore, Shiva is often depicted smoking cannabis ... Devotees from all parts of South Asia poured milk, honey and water over the lingam — an abstract representation of the deity phallic ...

A Shivling is believed to be and is worshipped as a symbol and form of Lord Shiva, and his infinite nature. The Shivling has a Lingam, the cylindrical structure that represents his cosmic energy ...