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 The Shiva Lingam, a Sacred Stone
The Shiva lingam is one of the most sacred icons of the ancient as
well as the modern world. These lingams come only from the Narmada
River in the Central Western part of India. Those of you who have
seen the movie, "Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom,"
may recall they were searching for the sacred stone. The Shiva
lingam is that sacred stone. Accessible only during the dry season, these
stones are collected from the river bed by only a few families who have
been trained in the way to identify only the most special
pieces. Once collected, these incredible artisans finally shape and
polish the stones to bring out the natural markings which are inherent in
their composition, much like a diamond cutter who cuts the rough material
to bring out the best in the diamond. The Lingam is symbolic of the
Divine Creative manifestation. The Lingam shape is representative
of the power of Shiva, the Lord of Creation, the masculine creative
energy. The markings, also known as the yoni, symbolize the
feminine energy, the seed which is fertilized to manifest the creative
power in the dance of the cosmos. Geologists theorize that the iron
oxide of which the yoni is composed, was impregnated in the river bed
millions of years ago by a meteorite. The Lingam also represents
the harmony or balance of the soul that is maintained within the hearts
of all of us, the Light that shines from within. It is actually the
shape of the soul and the consummate balance of the Universe. This
Sacred Stone relates to the fifth chakra, the heart chakra and is the
manifestation of the love energy that resides in all of us. It
seems by destiny everyone has a lingam that has an energy that related
intimately to them. Our lingams are processed according to ancient
Vedic tradition that has been passed down from one generation to another
from Guru to disciple. The quartz composition (along with basalt
and agate) and the shape make them powerful energy generators appropriate
for healing and unique as tools for meditation and cleansing. A
sage stated, "If a minilingam is worn, it will affect mind and heart
in positive ways." Om Tat Sat.
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