Prarthiv Shivling Pooja (1008 Shivlings)

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   Meticulous Shivling Preparation

   A larger quantity of purified clay is used to meticulously hand-craft 1008 Prarthiv Shivlings, often by a team of devotees or priests, while continuously chanting Shiva mantras.

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   Maha Sankalp and Divine Invocation

   A comprehensive Maha Sankalp is performed, encompassing broad intentions for the devotee and their lineage, followed by an elaborate invocation of Lord Shiva into each Shivling.

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   Collective and Individual Abhishekam

   The 1008 Shivlings are arranged, and a grand collective Abhishekam is performed with various sacred Dravyas, often followed by individual Abhishekam for selected Shivlings.

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   Sahasranama Archana and Extensive Offerings

   The 'Shiva Sahasranama' (1000 names of Shiva) is chanted, and offerings of Bel Patra, flowers, and other sacred items are made for each of the 1008 Shivlings.

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   Rudra Havan (Extended)

   An extensive Rudra Havan is performed, often with multiple Havan Kunds, offering specialized herbs and materials while chanting powerful Vedic hymns to Shiva.

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   Grand Visarjan Ceremony

   The 1008 Prarthiv Shivlings are reverently immersed in a sacred body of water with a grand procession, symbolizing the culmination of the ritual and profound liberation.

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   Maha Aarti and Prasad Distribution

   The puja concludes with a spectacular Maha Aarti and distribution of specially energized Prasad to all participants and devotees.

• Crafting and worship of 1008 Shivlings for amplified merit.
• Participation of multiple expert Vedic priests.
• Inclusion of rare and potent offerings for profound effects.
• Focus on liberation from deep karmic patterns.
• Symbolic and powerful 'Visarjan' for spiritual release.
• Opportunity to sponsor Shivlings for added benefit.

• Shravan Maas (especially Shravan Somvars - Mondays).
• Maha Shivaratri and Trayodashi (Pradosh) Tithis.
• During significant Purnimas (Full Moon) and Amavasyas (New Moon).
• Consultation with a profound Vedic astrologer for the most supreme muhurat.

The timing of this grand puja is chosen with utmost care for maximum spiritual resonance and efficacy.

These powerful mantras are chanted with extreme precision and devotion throughout the elaborate ritual.

• Large quantities of pure, sacred clay for 1008 Shivlings.
• Abundant sacred liquids (milk, curd, ghee, honey, etc.).
• Thousands of Bel Patra (Bilva leaves) and various flowers.
• Special herbs, grains, and rare offerings for Havan.
• New garments, ornaments, and decorative items for the altar.
• Premium quality Dhoop, Diya, and camphor.
• A wide array of traditional sweets, fruits, and dry fruits.