What Exactly is the Meaning of ‘Shiva Linga’?

The term ‘Shiva Linga’ is deeply misunderstood and often misinterpreted. Many people, including some Indians, are unaware of its true meaning and significance. It is essential to clarify that the word ‘Linga’ does not mean ‘genital’ as it is often wrongly interpreted. The term ‘Linga’ comes from the root ‘ling’ or ‘leen’, which means ‘symbol’ or ‘sign’. Thus, ‘Shiva Linga’ means ‘Symbol of Shiva’.

The universe is a sign of Shiva Lingam

The Shiva Lingam represents the eternal and infinite form of Lord Shiva and Goddess Shakti (Parvati), symbolizing the equality of male and female elements in the universe, indicating that both are equal.

Now, discussing the term ‘yoni’: In Sanskrit, ‘yoni’ means ‘origin’ or ‘manifestation’. A being is born in different ‘yonis’ or life forms based on their karma. However, some religions do not believe in reincarnation, and thus, are unaware of the Sanskrit meaning of ‘yoni’. Hinduism mentions 84 lakh yonis or life forms. Nowadays, scientists also agree that there are 84 lakh types of beings (trees, insects, animals, humans, etc.) on Earth.

Human Yoni: The term ‘human yoni’ in Sanskrit refers to both male and female forms combined. It is not used for male or female separately. Hence, the meaning is:

The purpose of the ‘Linga’ is symbolic. The Shiva Linga symbolizes purity. The practice of meditating on a lamp’s flame started with making a lamp image. Many Hatha yogis meditate on a lamp’s flame. The flickering flame in the air creates distractions in the steady meditation process. Therefore, the lamp image was used to create the Shiva Lingam to meditate with a focused mind. However, some distorted minds of the Mughal era and dirty-minded Britishers fantasized about genitals, created false and obscene stories, and due to a lack of knowledge about the mystery behind it, naive and innocent Hindus were misled. Even today, many Hindus are unaware of this divine knowledge.

Hindu Sanatan Dharma and its festivals are science-based. It is a gift from our ancestors, saints, sages, and ascetics. Today, science also appreciates the wonders of Hindu culture and its mysteries and is researching it.

Note: All Shiva devotees and Hindu Sanatan Dharma lovers are requested to share this information abundantly through this post, so everyone who was misled under a conspiracy can get this information.