The month of Sawan is considered very special for the devotion and worship of Lord Shiva. In this holy month lakhs of devotees worship Lord Shiva, perform Rudrabhishek and many people wish to install Shivalinga in the house. According to religious beliefs, keeping Shivalinga in the house is considered auspicious, but it is necessary to follow some special rules while installing and worshiping it.
It is believed that by worshiping Shivalinga with the correct method, devotion and rules, one gets the blessings of Lord Shiva and positive energy is transmitted in the house. Let us know what things should be kept in mind before bringing Shivling home in Saavan.
What kind of Shivling should one bring for home?
According to religious beliefs, small size Shivling is considered auspicious for worship at home. Many people install a small Shivalinga in the worship place of the house, which is easy to worship regularly.
It is believed that the worship of Big Shivalinga requires special rituals and regular rituals. Therefore, one should keep Shivling of appropriate size in the house as per one’s capacity and convenience.
Purify the place before installing Shivling.
Before installing Shivalinga, it is considered necessary to clean and purify the place of worship. Special care should be taken for purity and cleanliness of the place where Shivling is kept.
It is always considered auspicious to install Shivling in a quiet and clean place. It is also important to maintain regular cleanliness at the place of worship.
Is it necessary to consecrate Shivalinga?
According to religious beliefs, it is considered auspicious to establish the idol of any deity or Shivalinga with proper rituals. Many devotees establish Shivalinga with chanting of mantras and worship method.
However, the rules for worshiping Shivalinga kept in the house may differ in different traditions. Therefore, the method of worship can be adopted according to one’s faith and religious tradition.
Rules for regular worship of Shivalinga
Worship done to Lord Shiva with water, Belpatra and devotion is considered dear. During Sawan, devotees offer water to Shivalinga and meditate on Lord Shiva.
These things can be kept in mind while worshiping Shivalinga:
Offer clean water daily. Offer Belpatra and remember Lord Shiva. Keep the worship place clean. Chant Shiva mantras. Worship with devotion and positive feelings.
What things should be avoided in Shivlinga puja?
Do not keep Shivling in such a place where its purity is not maintained. Do not allow filth at the place of worship. Do not ignore any religious rule without knowledge. Do not do puja just for show, but do it with devotion.
Importance of Shivling worship in Sawan
Worship of Lord Shiva is considered to have special significance in Sawan. Devotees observe fast this month, perform Rudrabhishek and pray to Lord Shiva for happiness and peace.
Installing Shivalinga in the house is a matter related to faith and devotion. Remembering Lord Shiva with correct method, regular worship and devotion is believed to bring peace to the mind and positive energy.
