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Mysteries Unveiled: Four Secrets About Mahadev Lord Shiva

Mahadev, also known as Lord Shiva, is one of the most revered and worshiped deities in the Sanatana Dharma. He is the destroyer in the Holy Trinity and is associated with numerous qualities such as austerity, meditation, and devotion. However, despite his immense popularity, there are still some secrets about Mahadev that many people are not aware of. In this blog, we will discuss some of these lesser-known facts about Lord Shiva.

The Adopted Son. 

 According to Hindu scriptures, Andhakasura was born from a drop of sweat that fell from the forehead of Lord Shiva. The demon was raised by the demon king Hiranyaksha who was performing penance for an heir to his throne.

Andhakasura was known for his immense strength and invincibility. He had a boon that made him immortal and indestructible as long as his wounds were bathed in his own blood. This made him virtually unbeatable, and he terrorized the gods and humans alike. In one of his battles, Andhakasura challenged Lord Shiva to a fight.

After his defeat, Andhakasura realized the error of his ways and sought forgiveness from Lord Shiva. The Lord forgave the demon and even granted him a boon, that he would be worshiped alongside him as a symbol of triumph over darkness, we pray to him today, in the form of Andhakasura Vadh Vigraha.

The Cannabis Myth

 Lord Shiva is often associated with cannabis in Hindu mythology and is sometimes depicted with chillum, a traditional smoking pipe used in India. However, it is important to note that Lord Shiva’s association with cannabis is not a central aspect of his character, and there is no clear evidence in Hindu scriptures that he actively promoted the use of cannabis.

When the Gods and demons were trying to churn the celestial sea, they faced an unexpected problem. The sea started to release a dangerous poison called Halahal, which could destroy everything in existence.

The Gods and demons were worried and went to Lord Shiva for help. He was also concerned and decided to consume the poison to save the universe from disaster. As He drank the poison, His throat turned blue. To reduce the intensity of the poison, His wife, the Divine Mother Parvati, gave Him bhaang (a type of cannabis).

However, there is no evidence in Hindu texts that He is addicted to it or has a fondness for it. This is just a myth. In fact, according to the Atharva Veda, Lord Shiva is the only one who is allowed to consume cannabis. It is strictly prohibited for anyone else to consume it.

Lord Brahma’s Fifth Head

 Brahma and Vishnu had an argument over who was more powerful. In order to resolve the argument, Shiva appeared before them as a huge Linga. Brahma took the form of a swan and flew upward to see the top of the Linga, while Vishnu took the form of a boar and tried to dig deep into the earth to find the bottom of the Linga.

After a long time, both Brahma and Vishnu returned and admitted their defeat. However, Brahma falsely claimed that He had seen the top of the Linga and that he had a flower from there. At that moment, Shiva appeared and realized that Brahma was lying. Therefore, He punished Brahma by cutting off his fifth head, which had uttered the lie.

The Repercussion and Vengeance 

 Daksha was the son of Brahma, and he was given the task of creating life on earth. He was also appointed as the chief of all the Prajapatis. He could never forget how his father Lord Brahma was insulted when one of His heads was chopped off by Mahadev for lying, and he carried great malice about Mahadev in his heart. Daksha had a daughter named Sati, who was a devoted follower of Lord Shiva and had married Him against her father’s wishes.

One day, Daksha decided to perform a great yagna (sacrifice) and invited all the gods and goddesses except for Lord Shiva and Maa Sati. Sati, however, wanted to attend the yagna and seek Her father’s blessings. When She arrived at the yagna, Daksha insulted Lord Shiva by calling him an outcast and not worthy of being worshiped. Sati was unable to tolerate Her father’s disrespect towards Her husband and self-immolated Herself in the yagna fire.

This is when Lord Shiva took Maa Sati’s corpse and roamed around the earth, leading to the 51 Shakti Peethas we worship 

From His blue throat to His serpent-adorned hair, His trident, and His association with the moon, the stories surrounding Mahadev are rich and multifaceted.

So the next time you see an image of Lord Shiva, take a moment to consider the many layers of meaning and symbolism that lie behind His appearance. And remember, the more we learn about this powerful deity, the more we can appreciate the profound wisdom and spirituality of Sanatana Dharma as a whole.

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