[Jay Bhardwaj]

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Lord Shiva a transcendental yogi, his personality is like a solution and a maze in itself. The god who is also worshiped in his calm and ferocious forms, like Nataraj and Rudra. But there is a most common form of shiva which is worshiped everywhere I mean everywhere, in every state, city, district and village. The form of a Lingam is a form which is sometimes cylindrical in shape and a hemisphere from the top. This form is the most worshiped form of Lord Shiva.

1. Lore
Once Lord Brahma quarreled with Lord Narayana, claiming his supremacy above all. Then Lord Shiva suggested a way and said that he will become a comic pillar which will go deeper than the sea and higher than the sky, and who will be able to reach the edge of this pillar will be considered as the supreme. Then Lord Brahma took a flower in the way of finding the edge and saw that this flower is falling from the top, so this flower must be coming from the top of this pillar. Lord Brahma showed that flower as the proof of his victory and Lord Shiva cursed him for his lie.

Then after this event that pillar form of lord shiva became the symbol of equality and truthfulness and started getting worshiped in the form of Lingam.

2. Panchbhuta Lingams
The Panchabhoota Lingas are a group of five Shiva temples located in Tamil Nadu, India. Each temple is dedicated to a specific element – earth, water, fire, air, and ether – and is considered to be a sacred pilgrimage site.

1. Earth – Ekambareswarar Temple at Kanchipuram: This temple is dedicated to the Earth element and is known for its large gopurams and beautiful sculptures. The Shivalinga here is made of mud and is said to have appeared by itself.

2. Water – Jambukeswarar Temple at Thiruvanaikaval: This temple is dedicated to the Water element and is located on an island in the Kaveri River. The Shivalinga here is said to be constantly dripping water, symbolizing the life-giving power of water.

3. Fire – Arunachaleswarar Temple at Tiruvannamalai: This temple is dedicated to the Fire element and is one of the largest temples in India. The Shivalinga here is said to be made of fire and is worshiped as a symbol of destruction and transformation.

4. Air – Kalahasti Temple at Srikalahasti: This temple is dedicated to the Air element and is known for its rajagopuram, which is one of the tallest in South India. The Shivalinga here is said to be made of air and is worshiped as a symbol of life and breath.

5. Ether – Nataraja Temple at Chidambaram: This temple is dedicated to the Ether element and is known for its gold-plated roof. The Shivalinga here is said to be made of space and is worshiped as a symbol of the infinite and the all-encompassing.

Significance
The Panchabhuta Lingas are significant for several reasons:

They represent the five elements that make up the universe and are considered to be sacred pilgrimage sites.
Worshiping the Panchabhuta Lingas is believed to bring peace, prosperity, and spiritual enlightenment.
The temples are known for their beautiful architecture and sculptures, which are a testament to the skill of Indian artisans.
The temples are an important part of the cultural heritage of Tamil Nadu and India.
Conclusion
The Panchabhuta Lingas are a unique and important group of temples that offer a glimpse into the rich culture and spirituality of India. Whether you are a religious devotee or simply an admirer of art and architecture, a visit to these temples is sure to be a memorable experience.

 

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