Whether it is the month of Sawan or a normal day, some rules have been given in relation to the worship of Shivling in Shiva Purana, what should be offered on Shivling and what not. While worshiping Shivling, there are some things that should not be forgotten and offered to the Shivling. In the scriptures and Puranas, these things are said to be forbidden because they are considered unfavorable to the nature of Lord Shiva. If you are worshiping with reverence and devotion, then it is important to know what things are forbidden in the worship of Shivling. In the points given below, we are telling you about such things which should not be used in worshiping Lord Shiva and also knows the reason for this.
Do not offer basil leaves on Sawan 2025 Shivling
Tulsi is very dear to Lord Vishnu, but she is considered taboo in the worship of Lord Shiva. The story behind this is that Tulsi once insulted Lord Shiva, which made him angry and banned Tulsi from his worship. Therefore, offering Tulsi letters on Shivling is considered inauspicious and this can reduce the virtue of worship.
Do not offer turmeric on Sawan 2025 Shivling
Turmeric is considered a symbol of honey, beauty and femininity. It is mainly used in the worship, beauty and good fortune of Goddess Lakshmi. Lord Shiva is an ascetic, secluded and Aghor seeker, he is beyond worldly beauty. Therefore, offering auspicious substances like turmeric on Shivling is prohibited.
Do not offer Ketki flowers on Sawan 2025 Shivling
According to the Shiva Purana, the flower of Ketki had helped to hide Brahmaji’s lies, which made Lord Shiva angry and forbidden the Kevade flower with his worship. This is the reason that offering Kevade flower or its water on Shivling is considered a sin, this can cause worship fruitless.
Sawan 2025 Do not offer dried, dried or withering bell leaf on Shivling
Lord Shiva is very dear to Belpatra, especially Tripatra. But if the bell leaf is broken, withering or dry, then it is considered inauspicious to offer it. This breaks the purity of worship and does not get the grace of Lord Shiva. Use only fresh, green and Tridal Belpatra in worship. Broken Belpatra is considered incomplete offering Lord Shiva. It becomes a symbol of incomplete devotion and unholy mindset on the Shivling. This ends the virtue of worship.
Do not offer coconut water on Sawan 2025 Shivling
Offering coconut water on the Shivling is completely inappropriate. These things are not compatible with the ascetic nature of Lord Shiva. Only pure water, cow’s milk, curd, ghee, honey and pure material should be offered on the Shivling. Otherwise, there is impurity in worship. Shivling is considered a symbol of purity and purity. Use only Ganga water or clean water while cleaning the Shivling. Cleaning Shivling with soap, detergent or any chemical is strictly prohibited.
Do not offer water from conch on Sawan 2025 Shivling
The conch was born from the sea churning and is used especially in the worship of Lord Vishnu. In the scriptures, offering water from the conch on Shivling is prohibited. Doing so is against the worship method of Shiva and Vishnu and can cause defects in worship.
Do not offer Champa flower on Sawan 2025 Shivling
Champa flower is considered a symbol of beauty and attraction, which is opposite to Lord Shiva. Shiva is the god of disinterest, disinterest and renunciation. Therefore, it is not appropriate to offer such flowers on the Shivling that increases menstruation. The fragrance of Champa creates attraction, which can dissolve the penance of Shiva.