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We have many sizes of Shiva
Lingams.
If you'd like to know more about our assortment,
please call us at 949-497-3399
or visit us in our showroom
gallery at:
2171 Laguna Canyon Road, Laguna Beach, CA
92651
The Shiva Lingam, a Sacred Stone
The Shiva Lingam is one of the most sacred stones
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. t 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 relates 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."
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