Ganga Dussehra is an important festival of Hinduism, which is celebrated as the day of descent on the earth of Maa Ganga. On this day, taking a bath in the Ganges river and worshiping the mother Ganga destroys sins and all the sufferings of life are removed. The special significance of Ganga Dussehra is also related to Lord Shiva. It is said that on this day the consecration of Shivling is particularly fruitful and it helps to overcome all the crises of our life.
Religious importance of Ganga Dussehra
Ganga Dussehra is celebrated every year on the Dashami date of Jyeshtha month. On this day, Maa Ganga came from heaven to earth and started serving humanity. The river Ganges is considered the holy river and is called Jeevanadayini. Bathing in the Ganges river on the day of Ganga Dussehra washes the sins of man and happiness, peace and prosperity comes in his life.
Shivling and Ganges relationship
The relationship between Lord Shiva and Mother Ganga is very deep. It is described in the Puranas that when the Ganges came from heaven to the earth, Lord Shiva included the Ganges in his jata to stop its strong flow, so that it could not spread destruction on the earth. That is why the use of Ganga water with worship of Shivling and consecration is considered extremely auspicious.
How to anoint Shivling on Ganga Dussehra?
Lord Shiva is pleased by anointing the Shivling on the day of Ganga Dussehra and all the sufferings of the devotees are removed. For consecration you should adopt the following method:
Use pure water and Ganges water
Pure water for worship and consecration of Shivling and use Ganga water if possible. Bathing and anointing Ganga water gives special fruits.
Anoint with milk, curd, ghee, honey and sugar
Shivalinga is anointed with Panchamrit, which contains milk, curd, ghee, honey and sugar. This Abhishek is very dear to Shiva.
Offer incense, lamps and bells
After Abhishek, burn incense, lamp in front of Shivling and offer bell -leaf. Belpatra is considered to be the favorite leaf of Lord Shiva.
Pronounce mantras
Chant the mantra ‘Om Namah Shivaya’ during Abhishek. This keeps Shiva’s grace and positive energy is communicated in life.
Offer flowers and akshat (rice)
Offer a garland of flowers and akshat on the Shivling. This completes worship and Lord Shiva is pleased.
Benefits of anointing Shivling on Ganga Dussehra
All types of crises are overcome
Worshiping Lord Shiva and consecration ends obstacles, sufferings and crisis in life.
Health and mental peace
Worshiping Abhishek and Shiva with Ganga water improves health and reduces mental stress.
One gets wealth
With the grace of Shiva, wealth increases and there is happiness and peace in the family.
Protects from bad effects
Never prevents negative powers and evil eyes. Positive energy is inhabited in the house.
Spiritual progress is
The consecration of Shivling leads to the spiritual progress of the devotee and the way to attain salvation is opened.
Some important tips on Ganga Dussehra
Take a bath before sunrise on the day of Ganga Dussehra and wear pure clothes.
Wake up early in the morning and worship Lord Shiva and Maa Ganga.
If possible, take a bath in the Ganges river or take the Ganges water and anoint the Shivling in your house.
Fasting on this day also has special benefits.
For all the family members, worship and anoint Shivalinga, so that the grace of Lord Shiva will be maintained on all.
conclusion
Anointing Shivalinga on Ganga Dussehra is not only a religious ritual, but it is also a path to bring positive changes in life. Worshiping Maa Ganga and Lord Shiva purifies our soul and brings happiness in life. On this holy occasion, anoint Shivalinga with your reverence and devotion and be free from all the crises of life.
This precious way of worshiping on Ganga Dussehra brought happiness, prosperity and peace in your life. With the grace of Lord Shiva on this auspicious day, all your sorrows and sufferings are removed and happiness in your family.