Guest guest Posted February 25, 2009 Report Share Posted February 25, 2009 So Says Sai Every form conceived in the Sastras and scriptures has a deep significance. Shiva does not ride an animal. The bull is a symbol of stability standing on four legs, Sathya, Dharma, Shanthi, Prema. (Truth, Righteousness, Peace, and Love). Shiva is described as having three eyes, eyes that see the past, the present and the future. The elephant skin which forms His cloak is a symbol of the bestial traits which His Grace destroys. In fact He tears them to pieces, skins them, and they become totally ineffective. His four faces symbolize Shantham (Equanimity), Roudhram (Terror), Mangalam (Auspiciousness), and Uthsaaham (Elevating energy). While adoring the lingam on this Lingodhbhava day, you must contemplate on these truths of Shiva that the Linga represents. Source: Sathya Sai Speaks Vol. IX; P. 14. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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