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Shiva Linga

शिव लिङ्ग
Also known as: Shiva Lingam, Linga, Pillar of Light

About

The aniconic representation of Shiva, representing the formless, infinite aspect of the divine. The linga (mark, sign) symbolizes the cosmic pillar of fire, the creative power, and the union of the masculine and feminine principles. Worshipped in temples and shrines across India as the primary form of Shiva.

Attributes

FormlessInfiniteCreativeUnifiedTranscendent

Symbols

LingaYoni (base)PillarLight
Consort
Shakti (as the yoni)

Associated Mantras

Om Namaḥ Śivāya
Linga Ashtakam
Shiva Panchakshari

Festivals

Maha ShivaratriShravan month

Scriptures

Shiva PuranaLinga PuranaShaiva Agamas

Regions Worshipped

Pan-India

Iconography

Elliptical stone or metal form seated in a circular base (yoni). Representing the union of Shiva and Shakti.