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News India Live, Digital Desk: Monday means the day of ‘Baba Bholenath’. We all know that in Hindu religion, Lord Shiva is the most easily pleased god, that is why he is also called ‘Ashutosh’. In today’s busy life, when the mind is full of stress and cannot find any way out, then believe me, even 2 minutes of meditation done sitting at the feet of Lord Shiva works like magic.
Often you have seen people in temples or in the morning aarti. “Ashutosh Shashank Shekhar Chandra Mauli Chidambara…” Must have been heard singing. These are not just words, it is the faith of the devotees that reaches directly to Mahadev.
Why is this praise special?
This praise written by Swami Brahmanand ji is so simple and sweet that the heaviness of the mind starts reducing as soon as it is sung. It describes the calm and beautiful form of Lord Shiva, which gives coolness to the mind.
- Ashutosh: Who become happy immediately.
- Shashank Shekhar: Who has the moon adorned on his forehead.
- Chandra Mouli: Which is a symbol of coolness.
When we speak these words, we are unknowingly calming the heat and anger within us.
Monday and its significance on Pradosh
If you observe Pradosh fast or perform puja on Monday of Sawan, then reciting this hymn while offering water is considered very auspicious. It is said that in the evening (Pradosh Kaal), Lord Shiva dances on Kailash and at that time, he never leaves the bag of the one who calls him with true heart empty.
How to read?
You don’t have to have a lot of offerings or expensive materials. Mahadev is hungry for a pot of water and Belpatra.
- Take bath in the morning and wear clean clothes.
- Light a lamp in the home temple or in a nearby pagoda.
- Close your eyes, take a deep breath and slowly hum this hymn “Ashutosh Shashank Shekhar Chandra Mauli Chidambara…”
You yourself will feel that the negative energy around you is disappearing and a new power (Positive Energy) is being received.
Bholenath will take care of everything!
If you are facing difficulties in life, do not panic. Just leave all your worries on Lord Shiva this Monday. The one who can save the world by drinking poison (by becoming Neelkanth), will also take away your sorrows in a moment. Just have faith and say with love- Everywhere Shiva!
