Shiv Ji Nandi Ride Story: Nandi is considered to be the most favorite member of Lord Shiva. In Hindu religion, Nandi is the vehicle of all the gods and goddesses, Nandi is considered the vehicle of Bholenath. Nandi in the form of a bull is definitely seated in front of the idol of Bholenath in the Shivalaya, on 8 March 2024. Mahashivratri It is the festival of Shiva, there is an atmosphere of Shiva all around, in such a situation let us know how Nandi became the favorite vehicle of Shiva.
Who is Nandi?
In Sanskrit, ‘Nandi’ means happiness or joy. Nandi is considered a symbol of strength and hard work. Nandi is also considered the gatekeeper of Kailash, the abode of Lord Shiva, and also the vehicle of Bholenath. Which is symbolically consecrated in the Shiva temple in the form of a bull. In Shaiva tradition, Nandi is considered the main guru of Nandinath sect. In ancient times, along with the four Vedas, four other scriptures were also written – Dharmashastra, Arthashastra, Kamashastra and Mokshashastra. Of these, Nandi is considered to be the author of Kamashastra.
How did Nandi become Shiva’s vehicle?
In ancient times, sage Shilad had performed severe penance to Shiva and got Nandi as his son. Shilad Rishi gave the knowledge of all Vedas and Puranas to Nandi. One day two saints came to Shilad Rishi’s ashram. Nandi served his father very well at his request. When those sages started leaving, they blessed Shilad Rishi for a long life, but did not say a single word for Nandi.
When Rishi Shilad asked the sannyasis the reason for this, they told that Nandi was short-lived. Father Rishi Shilad became worried after hearing such things about his son, then Nandi explained to him and said that father, you have found me by the grace of Lord Shiva, so only he will protect me. After this, Nandi performed severe penance for Lord Shankar, he was pleased with Nandi’s penance and made him his vehicle.
Why do you whisper wishes into Nandi’s ears?
There is a religious belief that Lord Shiva often remains engrossed in penance. In such a situation, Nandi listens to the wishes of the devotees and after the completion of the penance, Lord Shiva tells them the wishes of the devotees.
Nandi’s immense love for Shiva
According to mythological stories, during the churning of the ocean, a fight broke out between the gods and demons over the things that came out of the ocean. In such a situation, Lord Shiva saved the world by drinking the Halahal poison that came out during the churning of the ocean. During this time, some drops of poison had fallen on the ground, which Nandi drank. Seeing this love and affection of Nandi, Lord Shiva gave Nandi the title of greatest devotee. He also said that people will worship him along with worshiping Lord Shiva.
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