Lingashtakam
Lingashtakam: Mantra with Meaning The Lingam (or Shivalinga) is an abstract or aniconic representation of the Hindu god Shiva. It is a sacred symbol of Hindus which is revered as the manifestation of the Universal Self in His awakened aspect in union with His dynamic energy Shakti. This union is the source of all the creation around us. Lingashtakam is a hymn in the praise of Lord Shiva in his aspect as Shivalingam. Composed By: Adi Shankaracharya Shiva Linga Play the music, and sing the stotra along with it ॥ लिङ्गाष्टकम् ॥ ब्रह्म-मुरारि-सुरार्चित-लिङ्गं निर्मल-भासित-शोभित-लिङ्गम् । जन्मज-दुःख-विनाशक-लिङ्गं तत् प्रणमामि सदा-शिव-लिङ्गम् ॥१॥ I salute that eternal Shiva Lingam Which is adored by Brahma, Vishnu and other Gods, Which is well-adorned by the praise with holy speeches and is radiant, and Which destroys the sorrows associated with birth (and human life). देव-मुनि-प्रवरार्चित-लिङ्गं काम-दहन करुणाकर-लिङ्गम् । रावण-दर्प-विनाशन-लिङ्...