Importance of Parad Shivaling

Shivalings are always considered to be superior and Parad Shivaling is one step higher than the rest as it is made out of SiddhParad or Mercury along with other important herbs. Unlike others, Parad Shivaling contains no other metal but only mercury. Let us now explore the importance of this special Shivaling…

Importance of Parad Shivaling

Parad Shivling is known to give us 24 Ras and fiveTatva which helps in eradicating all diseases in the human body.

A quote from SarvadarshanaSangraha states;

“A man can get crore times greater blessing by worshipping a Shiva Linga in case he worships a Parad (Mercury) Shivalinga. Poverty would never enter his house and he would never fear death during his life.”

It is believed that when you worship a ParadShivaling by following a proper procedure and belief, it helps you physically, spiritually, and even psychologically. ParadShivaling is known to protect us from natural calamities, disasters and even against the evil.

There are many holy texts that have a mention of the ParadShivaling and its benefits. According to RasRatnaSamuuchayy, it is believed that ParadShivlingis made of pure mercury and this makes it unique and leads to longevity of life, enhances prosperity and also washes away the sins.

Besides this, it is also considered that Goddess Lakshmi resides in the house of those who worship the ParadShivaling. This Shivaling also ensures that your life is in perfect harmony.

Worshipping of Parad Shivling

Here is the method to worship Parad Shivaling:

·         While chanting "Om Namah Shivaya" or singing the "Maha Mrityunjaya mantra", you need to first wash the lingam in a bowl containing clean water.

·         Then wipe the lingam dry with a soft tissue.

·         Follow this bath with milk and then with rose water.

·         After the final bath, you need to install in a place of worship with full love and devotion.

·         Apply "Vibuthi", sandal paste and then follow it with"saffron".

·         Post this, offer the incense stick or Dhoop of Googal.

·         Offer Bilva leaf and flowers to the lingam

It is believed that Rudram chants please Lord Shiva. Worshipping ParadShivaling with a pure heart is sure to yield results

Importance of Navgraha Idols

Every time we enter a temple, we see Navagraha idols and people busy circling them. Have you wondered why do people worship Navagraha idols so much? In fact, did you know that Navagraha is responsible in influencing your horoscope and your life to a great extent?

In fact, before any auspicious occasion like grihapravesh and such others, a navagraha puja or a homam to please the Navagrahas are performed.

Navagraha: Important deities

After Brahma, Vishnu and Shiva, the Navagrahas are considered to be most important as far as Hindu rituals are concerned. They are considered to play an important role in deciding our destiny.

The Navagrahas or the nine influencers include the Sun, Moon, Mars, Mercury, Jupiter, Venus, Saturn, Rahu and Ketu. The Navagrahashold immense importance in astrology as well.  As per astrology, the nine planets are places in the twelve zodiac constellations. Zodiac constellation is the belt in the sky where the Moon, Sun and the planets move. According to astrology, the planetary movements have some effect on our lives.

Temples of Navagrahas along with their consorts are rare in India. A temple of Navagrahas with their consorts is in Singapore. Navagrahas with their consortsare called as SAKTHI SAMETHA NAVAGRAHAS. It is believed that grahas with their consorts are generally in a cheerful mood and on praying to them they tend to render immediate positive influence.

Significance of Worshipping Navagrahas

It is believed that Lord Vishnu told Rudra, that one who worships the Navagraha or the nine planets with proper rituals will attain the four Purusharth or the four main objectives of life; one dharma (religion), artha (money), kaam (sex) and moksha (salvation).

Mantra for Worshipping Navagrahas

Here is the mantra that you are required to chant while worshipping the Navagrahas:

Om SuryaeNamah, ChandraeNamah, Budhae

Namah, BrahaspatiaeNamah, MangaleNamah, ShukraeNamah, SaniAeNamah, RahuAeNamah, KetuAe

Namah, NavgaraheNamah.

So, the next time you go to any temple, do not forget to meet the Navagrahas and worship them in order to please them and have a peaceful life.