| SHIV Shiv, (also known as Siva , Rudra , Maheswar , Mahadev), is a form of Ishvar or God in the later Vedic scriptures of Hinduism. Shiv is the supreme God in Shaivism, one of the major branches of Hinduism practiced in India.
Functions
of Shiv :
Attention
by panini :
Rudra is mentioned by Panini in Ashtadhyayi.
The
sons of Shiv :
Kartikey
:
According to Hukum Singh Panwar (Pauria), It may not be out of place to mention here, as confirmed by NS Chaudhary on the authority of Shiv-Stotra , one of the generals of Kartikey (Skand) carried name "Jata (Jat)". It is well known fact that in the Dev-Asur war Kartikey (Skand) commanded the forces of the former, and it is quite plausible to believe that the warriors (later known to Panini as Ayuddhajivi gans), led by general called Jat, became famous as Jatin history. We have also reason to believe that Panini, when used the phrase 'Jata jhata sanghate' (denoting union or federation or confederation or binding together, etc.), took his clue from the Jata general's role in fomenting unity in the warriors against Asurs. Jata general is also believed to give name Jutland.
Mahabharat Shalya Parv section 45 says, "Listen now to the names of those other combatants armed with diverse weapons and clad in diverse kinds of robes and ornaments, that Skand procured: Akshasantarjan, Kunadik, Tamobhrakrit, Ekaksh, Dwadasaksh, Eka Jata. Beholding the installation of Kartikey, These and many other mighty companions, O king, came to the high-souled and illustrious Kartikeya".
The Jat historian Dharmpal Singh Dudee, has explained the above Mahabharat legend, in which Brahma nominated Swami Kartikey as senapati of all the beings and performs his coronation on this position. On the occasion of coronation, Swami Kartikey received various offerings from manifold people. One of these was a chief of all the senapatis (generals) named Jat. This shlok reads in Sanskrit as under:
Aksh: Santrajno Rajan Kundikash
Ekaksho Dwadshashtha Tathavaik Jatah: Lord.
Translation- O Rajan! Aksha santarjana, kundika, tamonnakrata, ekaksha, dwadashaksha and a 'Jat' the chief lord offered to Swami Kartikeya.
Thus appearance of Jat name in Mahabharat along with Brahma shows that name of Jat is as antique as Brahma.
Ganesh
:
In North Indian Jat traditions, Ganesh is known as the Lord of the Gan (Republic). The word Ganesh is considered by them to constitute by Gan + isha , with sandhi at the join. Gan indicates the republic and the suffix ish indicates "Lord" or "Head". Ganesh is also known as Ganapati , the suffix 'pati' indicating Lord or protector of the Republic. According to the beliefs of the Jats, He guided the affairs of the republic. Nothing happened in the republic without his permission. A marriage ceremony would be performed with his blessings and entry to the republic area would be with his permission.
Ganesh was second son of Shiv and is considered to be the ancestor of Jats. Shiv is considered to be the progenitor of Jats. His descendants were known as Shivvanshi. The presence of Sheoran gotra in Jats is evidence of this. Sheorans consider themselves to be the descendants of Shiv.
The implanting of elephant head has been rejected by Jat historians as it is not possible scientifically.
It seems that this image of Ganesh was the result of the revenge of destruction of Daksh by Shiv's ganas in which Daksh's head has been replaced by that of a Goat. In a compromise formula Brahma prayed Shiv to pardon Daksh and to mend the broken limbs of gods and rishis. Shiv accepted his advice and restored the burnt head of Daksh with that of goat's head, and the broken limbs were made whole.
Shiv's
Creation of Virabhadra :
One day Daksh made arrangements for a great horse sacrifice, and invited all the gods omtting only Shiv. Sati, being greatly humiliated, went to the banquet and Sati released the inward consuming fire and fell dead at Daksh's feet. Narad bore this news to Shiv. Shiv burned with anger, and tore from his head a lock of hair, glowing with energy, and cast upon the earth. The terrible demon Virabhadra sprang from it, his tall body reached the high heavens, he was dark as the clouds, he had a thousand arms, three burning eyes, and fiery hair; he wore a garland of skulls and carried terrible weapons. Virabhadra bowed at Shiv's feet and asked his will.
Shiv directed Virabhadra : "Lead my army against Daksh and destroy his sacrifice; fear not the Brahmans, for thou art a portion of my very self". On this direction of Shiv, Virabhadra appeared with Shiv's ganas in the midst of Daksh's assembly like a storm wind and broke the sacrificial vessels, polluted the offerings, insulted the priests and finally cut off Daksh's head, trampled on Indra, broke the staff of Yam, scattered the gods on every side; then he returned to Kailash.
After the destruction of Daksh's sacrifice, the defeated gods sought Brahma and asked his counsel. Brahma advised the gods to make their peace with Shiv. Brahma himself went with them to Kailash. Brahma prayed Shiv to pardon Daksh and to mend the broken limbs of gods and rishis. Shiv accepted his advice and restored the burnt head of Daksh with that of goat's head, and the broken limbs were made whole. Then the devs thanked Shiv for his gentleness, and invited him to sacrifice. There Daksh looked on him with reverence, the rite was duly performed, and there also Vishnu appeared riding upon Garuda. He spoke to Daksh, saying: "Only the unlearned deem myself and Shiv to be distinct; he, I and Brahma are one, assuming different names for creation, preservation, and destruction of the universe. We as the triune self, prevade all creatures ; the wise therefore regard all others as themselves. " Then all the gods and rishis saluted Shiv and Vishnu and Brahma, and departed to their places; but Shiv returned to Kailash and fell once more into his dream.
Shiv
is progenitor of Jats :
An
interesting article regarding Shiv :
Author - Swami Omanand Saraswati
Maharishi Vyas has sung Sivastra in the Mahabharat by Munivar Upamanyu. They say -
Nasti sarvasamo devo nasti sarvasam motion.
Nasti Sharvsamo Dane
(Discipline festival 15 A. Verse 11)
Upamanyu Muni said - There is no deity like Mahadev, neither is the same speed (knowledge-movement-attainment) as Mahadev, there is no one like Mahadev in the matter of charity and neither is a warrior like Mahadev in the war of men. Sherva Mahadev or Mahesh has only one name Devarshi Brahma knew the mysterious sacred text of Lord Shiv. It is written in the 17th chapter of the Mahabharat discipline.
Here are the secrets of Param Brahmano Hriday Sanstham.
Brahma Provach Shakray Shakra: Provach Mortality 41859
Maharishi Brahma preached this Mahadev Stotra which was well-placed in his heart as a mystery, for his disciple Shakra Devaraj Indra and told Shakra Charya death.
Death: Provach Rudrebhyo Rudrebhyastandimagamat.
Mehta tapas pratastandina brahmadasmani 7189
Tandi: Provach Shukraya Gautamay Ch Bhargava.
Vaivasvata Manve Gautam: Praha Madhav 7179
Narayanaya Sadhyaya Samadhisthaaya Dheemate.
Yamay Prah Bhagavan Sadhyo Narayanochayutah: 7179
Nachiketaya Bhagavanah Vaivasvato Yamaha.
Markandeya Varshney Nachiketo
Markandeyanmaya Pranto Neeman Janardan.
Tavaphyamamitraghna stavan dadya havishrutam 411409
Death was described for the Rudras, and in the Rudras, this stotra was received by Tandi. Tandi found it in the Brahman place through great penance.
Hey Madhav! Tandi gave knowledge of this to Shukra and Gautam. Gautam described it near Vaivasvat Manu and Manu Maharaj preached this stotra to a wise beloved father Sadhya named Narayan, Achuth Sadhya Narayan said to Yam, Suryaputra Lord Yam told Nachiketa. O Lord of Thrones! Nachiketa described for Markandeya Muni. Hey Janardan! I have received this hymn from near Markandeya sage. Hey Shatrushan! I will give you this great hymn. (14–180).
The
tradition of the scholars and preachers of Shivstotra is mentioned
in the Mahabharat from Devarshi Brahma to Yogiraj Shri Krishna.
This hymn is more famous than the nose of Tandi, hence it is called
Tandikrit.
1. Sthama - Kootastha - is continual. Due to this name, the ancient famous city Sthanvishwar (Thanesar) which is near Kurukshetra, is famous, and it is likely that Shivji Maharaj had settled it and he himself resided here, because (2) Kuruksara (3) Kuruvasi (4) These names are also of Shiv. KurukshetraKurukarta, being the creator of Kurujangaladi, Kuruvasi due to residing in this region and being fully promoted in this region, became Rum in this, being famous as Kurubhuta. This place was the capital of this state till Harshavardhana, the Emperor of Haryana, the main city of Kurukshetra or Kurukshetra. The name of this city till date has been similar to Kutastha due to the name of Sthanvishwar Shiv. (5) Mahadev ji used to defeat the sufferings of all through all the disciplines, because of this quality, he became famous in the whole world by every name.
Vedic name Haryana :
When
Brahma ji kept the names of all the establishments on the basis
of virtue, deeds and nature, at the same time, the name of Haryana
province was also kept according to the Ved, the basis of which
is the following mantra :
Ratham Yuktasamnama Sushmani Rigved 7.25.229
The intention is that in a region where the traffic can be smooth due to leveling, bulls etc. animals for vehicles (riding) and other agricultural activities, where they can be available in abundance. The land that is Nirupadrav and Shantiyukt can be named Harayanah. According to this mantra, Brahma was shown all the above qualities in this state, so its name was Harayan: Rakh, whose fame soon became known on the entire planet due to the popular qualities of Shivji Maharaj, which you currently remember as Haryana. It is a part of that ancient Haryana: region.
According to every name of Shivji Maharaj, due to his knowledge and qualities like him, he also became famous due to the suffering of the whole world. The whole of India was declared by the echo of every Mahadev and this sound became the war cry of Aryajati. From Devarshi Brahma to Maharishi Vyas, this Devbhoomi Brahmarshi country has been performing Yagya-Yagya in Haryana. They built their gurukuls and ashrams here and lit such a flame of knowledge and sacrifice in this holy Kurubhoomi that they illuminated the whole world with the light of Vedas. Manuji Maharaj also felt compelled to confirm this truth by making the following verses -
Hereby prasutasya sakashadgrahajanana:
Self, self, character, learning, earth, all human
Here
in the ashrams of Devs, Rishis and Acharyas built in the holy land
of this Brahmarshi Desh, Haryana, and people of all the lands in
the Gurukuls, they used to teach the knowledge of Vedic character.
Then, like God Mahadev, the creator of the scholar Kurubhumi, by
making himself a resident of this Kurubhumi Haryana, after bathing
the grieving people of the world in the deepest lake of his learning,
making them holy, why do they not make every name worthwhile by
defeating their sufferings? Of course He went even further. He put
his Maharani Parvati (Gauri), Gauriputra Ganesh and Karttikeya in
the construction of this Kurubhoomi, the whole family made it their
home. Karthikeya settled a town named Mayurpur near Hardwar named
after his vehicle (flag), which is still famous as Mayapur in Kankhal,
the remains of which now exist as ruins. RohtakHaving made his camp
as a cantonment, the commander Brahmachari Skanda got Maharishi
Vyas to write the facts of this history in the Mahabharat in the
form of Kartikeyasya Dayitam (Bhavanam) Rohitakam . That is, the
Prayagara and Bhavan (abode) of Kartikeya was Rohtak. The thousands
of stories of Mahadev Parvati prevailing till today prove that the
whole family of Mahesh lived in this Brahmarshi country for many
years and was extinguished by putting all their efforts in its construction.
8- Shiv:, 8-Deenasadhak:, 7-Sarvashya, 10- Sarvasubhankara, etc. are the names as a direct proof. He was the only support for the welfare of all, removing the sorrows of the oppressed. Not only humans but cow Nandi bull bull etc. was the foster and protector of all animals. That's why 11-Pashupati, 12-Gopali, 13-Gopati, 14-Nandeshwar, 15-Nandivardhan, 14-Govrishevara etc. became famous. Not only this, Gavo Vishvasya Matar: Gau is the mother of the whole world, he knew this secret very well, so he made the symbol of his huge flag Nandi Sanda, the symbol of the caste of the caste and 14-Mahaketu, 14-Vrisketu, 19-Taurus. 20- He was also famous till today with the names of Govrishottamvahana etc.
It is mandatory to have a Gopalak to confirm the country, society or nation in a universal way, according to the Veds, they become Gopalak and Gopati. By making cow, or Rishabh as the mark of your flag, not only Gomata forever, but also made all the cow dynasties superior to all and worshiped. Cow is a mine of all virtues. Gomata is inhabited by all divine qualities (deities), he knew this very well as the God of Gods 21-Mahadev. That is why he became the leader not only of the Devas, but also of the Asuras, because Gomata offers his immortal milk, curd, ghee etc. to all the gods, demons, humans, vampires, demons. That is why Dev Asura was loved and respected by everyone. Therefore, Maharishi Vyas has remembered them with these names -
22- Devasurvinirmata 23- Devasurparayan: 7189
24- Devasurguru: 25- Devos 24- Devasuranam Sanskrit.
24- Devasurmahamatro 24- Devasurganashraya: 71859
29- Devasuraganahacharya 30- Devasurganagrani: 4
31- Devatidevo 32-Devarshi: 33- Devasurvarpradha: 7189
37- Devasureshwaro 35- Vishwo 37- Devasurameshwar:
34- Sarvadevamayo 36- Achintyo 39- Devatma 40- Atma Sambhava: 7189
The above-mentioned names prove that he was the master of both Dev and Asur, Mahamatra (mentor) beloved, shelter owner, leading leader seeking welfare. Dev and Asur were the creators of both the ganas. He was revered by both. All Devasur used to greet him respectfully. They considered him their president and Maheshwar, being the god of the gods, called Mahadev. His strength and qualities were so much that he was the soul of the Gods. His power was Adi Achintya (not coming to thought). They were in the self-immolated creation or they did not need any help for their work. Being the lord of all, he was also called the lord of Maheshwar or Devraj Indra. He was also greater than Indra. Initially, all Devasur were under him. Because they are 71- Brahmachari, 42- Jitendriya, 43- Upadhyavet, 4- Tapasvi, 75- Mahatapah, 4- Yogi, 6- Siddhayogi, 7-Muni, 79- Mahatma, 50-Maharishi. Hence, by attaining 51 Mahayashas, Mahadev and Maheshwar attained the title.
Sangopang reverentially studied the four Vedas 52-Vratadhip. In this way, 53- became a well-known scholar and did folk welfare and due to his pure nature, he was called 58-piety. Therefore, all Devasur were forced to consider him as their 55-Devasurpati.
He entered the householder for ideal child-birth, therefore, despite being a householder, Brahmachari became famous by name. And according to him Mahayodha became father of virtuous children like Ganesh and Devasenapati Karthikeya. In the beginning, it seems that Dewasur had jointly selected him as its president and that is why Dewasureshwar, 58-Devendra, Devatma, Dewasuraganadhyaksha etc. were embellished with names.
Initially, the creation of all Devasur was born in Trivishtap and the kingdom of the gods remained there from the very beginning to the Mahabharat. Dev used to choose Devaraja Indra and everyone together made him a heaven (full of all pleasures), hence, this place became famous by these names Trivishtap, Mokshdwar, Prajadwar and Swargadwar and at that time Devraj Indra himself was Mahadev. For this reason, their names were 58-Swargadwar, 58-Prajadwar, 59-Mokshdwar, 40-Trivishtap. Because Shivji Maharaj Devendra had become the door to the three-heaven heaven and salvation for the people. Hence the above mentioned names were also associated with them. Dewasur Praja was so proud and pleased with him that he considered everything as his 41-father, 42-mother, 43-father.
Being a brahmachari of uprightness, he was completely healthy throughout his life, free from all kinds of diseases. Because he was also a very good scholar of Ayurved. Used to tell all subjects how to stay healthy. He also used to cure diseases when needed. Therefore, being a skilled doctor, he was named as Dhanvantari.
The real Sankhiya, Kuchaladi and the movable snake, scorpion, etc. were masters in the treatment of poisons, so the drink of halahal venom, the fierce poisonous snakes being wrapped on their throats and hands, proves that they had no fear of poisons, that is why Sarpachirnivasan was supposed to wear the snake like a garment. Elsewhere, Shiv is remembered by the names Nagamunji, Nagakundalakundali, Nagayagnopaviti, Nagaramatottarachhad, Sarpakanthagradhistha, Sarpakanthophar etc. He was the physician of all other diseases.
He had a healthy, strong, beautiful, shapely body of his own. That is why 7-Mahakaya, 79-Mahahanu, 60-Maharoop, 71-Vishalaksha, 42-Mahanetra, 43-Mahavaksha, 4-Mahoresk, 75-Mahamurdha, 7-Mahastha, 7-Mahapad and 7-Lamban etc.
His body was not only ideal or visible. He had all the qualities of Kshatriyot. Hence the names of 79-Balveer, 60-Dev Singh, 71-Mahabal, 42-Gajha, 43-Daityaha, 4-Subal, 65-Vijay and 7-Purandar (destroying the fortifications of enemies of the enemy), etc. are indicative of satirical nature. The names of Mahadev Ji's 7-Rudra, 7-Tigmatej, 79-Tigmanuya, 60-Raudroop, 71-Singhshadularup, 42-Singhnad, 43-Shatruvinshan etc. are names of true heroic Kshatriya virtues, deeds and nature.
That is why he was adorned with adjectives and terms like 7-Maharath: 45-Mahasen: 7-Chamustambhan, 7-Senapati. He was a master of all weapons and weapons, that is, he was a learned scholar of Dhanurveda. That is why the following names and qualities have been discussed in the Mahabharat - 7-Kamandaludharo, 7-Dhanvi, 100-Banhastah, 101-Kapalvan, 102-Ashni, 103-Shatghni, 108-Khadgi, 105-Pattishi, 108-Chaudhi Mahan.
Where he was Kamdaludhari in the form of Mahatma. He was also a great warrior wearing weapons like Dhanush-Baan, Ashni, Shatghni, Khadga, Pattish (Parshu) etc. Many types of weapons were called great Ayudhi because they were skilled in using weapons. 108 - The name of Shuldhar Trishuldhari is also given elsewhere (in Mahabharat). They also get a name Vajrahast. Their weapons were their ornaments.
He was known for all the qualities of a mighty Kshatriya. That is why the Kings of Kings 108-Rajaraja: 109-Prajapati 110-Amresh 111-Lokpal 112-Lokdhat 113-Ganakart and 118-Ganapati etc. are indicative of being the most important head of state in their time. He was the first creator or founder of the Republic and Panchayat State in the beginning of creation. That is why in the Mahabharat, the names of 115-Ganadhyaksh and 117-Parisht-darling - have also come from Shiv. In his era, by being the most qualified, the president and the general was elected.
His favorite weapons are pictures of Pinak Dhanush, Trishul, Parshu, etc. Gan Yodayyadi, who believes him, has also written on his postures.
They used to play many types of instruments in the battlefield. He himself was proficient in instrumentalism and musicology. That is why his names 114-Venvi, 117-Panvi, 119-Tali, 120-Khali, 121-Kalakantak etc. have come in Mahabharat. Flute, Taal, Dhol, Damru etc. used to play instruments, due to their corpus being full of wealth, Khali Vaishravan (Kuber) got his name. Kaal was the one to cover up the illusion of death. Kaal too was under control.
They were called the 12-shikhi by keeping the Shikha in Brahmacharya and Grihasth Ashram, 123-Jati by keeping the Jatha in Vanaprasth, and the Bhadra (Mundan) in Sannyas, called 126-Mundi. In the beginning, they lived on Mount Kailash or in summer they lived on Mount Kailash. In other seasons, he lived in places like Sthanvishwar etc. That is why they were called 125-Kailash-Girivasi. Maharishi Dayanand also confirmed this in Poona's lectures. For example - "Then Mahadev started to live in the other snow-capped region, it was called Kailash" (Preaching, Lecture 4).
Shivji Maharaj used to travel to arrange the rule of Mount Kailash, Kurupradesh etc., he used an aircraft to come quickly, which was similar in size to Nandi (Taurus) from outside. On that plane, the flag (flag) with the picture of Rishibh kept waving. It is written in Valmiki Ramayan -
Tato Vrishabhasthaya Parvatya including: Shiv.
Vayu Margaran Gachchan Vai Shushrao Ruditasvanam 4279
Amaran Chave and Kritva Mahadevokshrovyavaya: 729
Puramakashgam pradat parvatya: priyakamaya 7309
(Ramayana Uttarakhand Canto 4)
Sitting with Vrishbhakar Parvati on the airplane, Shivji Maharaj was going from the airway (sky) that he heard the voice of a demon child. Mata Parvati took pity on him and stopped the plane and arranged for the safety of the child and when he grew up he rewarded a boy of that demon caste with a Nagarkari (city-shaped) sky aircraft.
Shiv's plane was sometimes traveling over the clouds and sometimes traveling across the clouds, that's why Shiv's 126-Vayavahana, 126-Mahameghwasi, 126-Khacher 129-Khechar (wandering in the sky), etc., had many synonymous names. . In this way, they always used to travel with aircraft (aircraft) for long trips and quick completion of necessary work. The same thing has been said by Maharishi Dayanand ji in Poona's lectures that to reduce the number of Aryavarta, the Aryans (Shiv etc.) used to fly aircraft with foolish Shudra non-Aryans along with them, where they would see the beautiful land, quickly. Used to settle there only. This also proves that Shivdi always used to come by planes.
Shiv
and Dionysus :
"That Shiv and Dionysus bear a striking resemblance to one another has been known for a long time. The ancient Greeks noticed it, referring to Shiv as Indian Dionysus, on the one hand, and to Dionysus as the god from the orient. In recent times, scholars have pointed out numerous significant points of correspondence".
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