Why do Nandi speak in his ear?
Devotees consider Nandi to be the favorite of Lord Shiva and also worship him as a ride. Therefore, by saying his wishes in Nandi’s ear, there is a recognition of reaching Lord Shiva.
Nandi is the vehicle of Lord Shiva. Nandi is the gatekeeper of Kailash and is also the beloved Gana of Lord Shiva. Nandi will definitely be present where Shiva is there. The worship of Shiva without Nandi is considered incomplete. After all, why is Shiva so dear to Shiva. There are many mythological stories behind this.
How did Nandi get the title of the biggest Shiva devotee?
According to a legend, when the poison came out of the sea churning, Lord Shiva took it. A few drops of that poison fell on the ground, which Nandi took. When Shiva saw so much connection with the river, he gave Nandi the title of the biggest devotee. Since then, Nandi is very dear to Lord Shiva.
How was Nandi born
According to another legend, the sage Shilad had no children, he did harsh penance to Lord Shiva. After this, he received as a boon as Nandi son. Rishi Shilad gave Nandi knowledge of all Vedas. Once some saints came to the ashram of sage Shilad. While leaving, the saints blessed Shilad to have longevity but not Nandi. On this, the sage asked those saints why you did not give my son a boon of longevity. The saints said that your son is a young age. The sage became very worried after hearing this, but then Nandi said that when Lord Shiva has given me to you, he will protect me. Nandi did rigorous penance of Shiva. Pleased with Nandi’s penance, Shiva declared him his vehicle.
Nandi is an exclusive devotee of Shiva
Nandi is an ardent devotee of Shiva and he lives with Shiva. They always sit in front of Shiva and sit in front of Shiva. Nandi always focuses on Shiva.
Why is it spoken in the ears of the river?
It is believed that if anything is said in the ears of the river, then it definitely reaches Shiva. Nandi performs unwavering devotion and cultivation of Lord Shiva and the same wishes of the devotees to Lord Shiva. This is said because Shiva is always absorbed in spiritual practice. In such a situation, Nandi listens to the wishes of the devotees and sends it to Shiva.
The right way to say wishes in Nandi’s ear
In a slow tone
Say such a slow voice in Nandi’s ear not to hear anyone else.
Speak in left ear
According to some beliefs, it is considered more fruitful to say desire in Nandi’s left ear.
Lips should be covered
While saying your wish, cover your lips with both hands so that no one else can listen to you.
First pronunciation of ‘ॐ’
Before saying your wish, it is considered auspicious to pronounce the word ‘ॐ’.
Nandi worship
It is also considered auspicious to worship Nandi and perform aarti before saying your wish.
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