Shivling ki puja mein mukh kis disha mein hona chahiye: The holy month of Sawan dedicated to Lord Shiva is about to begin. During this time, devotees take special care of worshiping Shivalinga.
According to religious scriptures, the devotee should face the north direction while worshiping Shivalinga. It is not only scriptural, but is also an important rule to make worship defeated and fruitful.
What direction is right for Shivalinga Puja
Its detailed interpretation is found in Shivpuran and other scriptures. Worshiping facing facial north has special significance and there are beliefs behind it. According to Shivpuran, special care should be taken of the direction while worshiping Shivalinga. If the devotees worship the east or worship, they disrupt the front part of the Shivling. This situation is not considered auspicious to give auspicious results, as it can reduce the effect of worship.
On the other hand, if the devotees stand towards the north and worship, then it is towards the left part of Shiva, where Goddess Parvati is considered to be the place. In the scriptures, it has been linked to the insult of Goddess Parvati, because the joint form of Shiva and Shakti is the basis of worship and this results.
At the same time, it is considered best to sit in the south direction and worship the Shivalinga by facing north. In this situation, the devotee’s face is in front of the Shivalinga, so that the worship remains flawed. This method is not only in line with the scriptures, but it also gives spiritual and mental peace to the devotees.
According to the scriptures, all the gods and goddesses in the east direction, humans in the west, Shiva in the north direction, Shiva and sages and sages and sages are considered to be the abode of ancestors in the north direction.
Why is the north direction special in Shivalinga Puja
Skanda Purana also mentions that by taking care of the direction in the worship of Shivling, the devotee gets the blessings of both Shiva and Shakti. In the month of Sawan, offering water, belpatra, milk, honey and other worship materials on the Shivling, fulfills the wishes of the devotee and receives the blessings of Shiva Shakti. During this time, devotees should ensure that the direction of their worship is according to the scriptures.
The north direction is considered sacred and auspicious in the scriptures. According to religious beliefs, this direction helps in accepting the energy of Lord Shiva. Also, this direction also helps in concentrating the devotee’s mind.
Scholars say that worshiping in the right direction not only fulfills the wishes of the devotees, but also brings positivity and prosperity in life. Therefore, while worshiping Shivling, the direction should be specially taken care of. Worship should be done facing north. This will lead to worship according to the scripture and will receive the blessings of Lord Shiva.