Lord Shiva, father of the whole universe is considered to be the most divine among all Hindu gods. Worshipping lord shiva, especially on Monday brings good fortune, desired life partner and job, and all your dreams. Lord Shiva is known by many names like Mahadev, adhidev, talank, etc. Bholenath is one of them, this means innocent. So, pleasing Lord Shiva is not a tough task as he is too innocent and is always there for his devotees. Here we will find out ingredients that are loved by lord shiva so that he could shower his blessings over you and your loved ones. For centuries, historians and devotees have romanticized the image of Lord Shiva. A body smeared with ash, a tiger skin, a crescent moon, a snake around the neck, the third eye, matted hair, river Ganga flowing from the hair, a trident in one hand, a dumroo in the other, sometimes consumed in a cosmic dance and sometimes sitting still like a rock. Along with this, there are also 1008 names of God Shiva to describe his attributes.
Dhatura It is believed that Lord Shiva is pleased with Dhatura. While benefits and use of Dhatura are mentioned in the holy scriptures. It has scientific significance as well. According to holy scriptures, Lord Shiva resides in Kelaash parvat, which is an extremely chilly place. To keep yourself warm many ayurvedic herbs are used, dhatura is among one of them.
Bhaang It is believed that Lord Shiva's favorite drink is bhaang, which is made from crushed hemp leaves. Lord Shiva is usually meditating and drinking bhaang improves concentration. Therefore, offering bhaang will please Lord Shiva. It is also said that the drink helps to cure many ailments and get rid of all sorts of pain. Another belief says that during Samudra Manthan (समुद्र मंथन), when Shivaji drank poison to save the universe, later on, bhaang was offered to him among other ayurvedic medicines to treat him. But he refused and drank the poison, taking all the negativity and worries of the world inside him.
Rice Do you know that rice is also known as Akshat (अक्षत)? Meaning something unbreakable. Also, it is compulsory to use rice during a pooja. If rice is not available then that pooja is not considered complete. Rice is also offered to the lord to ensure long life and fulfillment of desires.
Belpatra Belpatra is very dear to Lord Shiva. Its three leaves are considered as Tridev and some believe that the three leaves represent the three eyes of Mahadev.
Milk Drinking milk during the month of Sawan (श्रावण) is strictly prohibited, as its consumption makes it harmful for the body rather than proving beneficial. Therefore milk is offered to Lord Shiva and brings you longer life and freedom from diseases.
Sandalwood Sandalwood has cooling properties and so it is believed it cools down Shiva's anger and rage. It invites fame, recognition, and power in society.
Bhasma According to belief, it is said that when his first wife, Sati, the incarnation of Adishakti, self-immolated herself, Shiva couldn’t control his anger, pain, and agony, so he ran away with her corpse. It was then when Lord Vishnu touched Sati and her corpse turned it into ashes. Unable to bear the loss of his wife, Shiva covered his entire body with her ashes as a sign that she will be with him forever.
Camphor Bholenaths favorite mantra is kapurgaur karuna vataram ( कर्पूरगौरं करूणावतारं), meaning something which is ujjawal like camphor. The scent of camphor makes the environment pure, destroying all kinds of evil energies. It all also makes the surroundings filled with energy and perfumed. Shiv loves the scent of Kapur so it is necessary to use camphor while worshipping or performing hawan.
Drishti GuptaUpdated 18 Jul 2021 10:30 AM IST
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