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Mahapurana

Shiva Purana

शिवपुराणम्

Overview

The Shiva Purana is one of the eighteen Mahapuranas and is devoted to the worship and glory of Shiva. It recounts his cosmic role as destroyer and regenerator, the sacred meaning of the lingam, his marriage to Parvati, and the practices of his devotees. It is a foundational scripture for the Shaiva traditions and a rich source of devotional and ritual lore.

Major Themes

Devotion to Shiva
The meaning of the lingam
Shiva and Parvati
Cosmic destruction and renewal
Pilgrimage, fasting, and worship

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