Does Shiva protect his devotees?

He was then tied to a huge stone, and thrown into the sea, but instead of sinking, the stone floated like a boat, and the saint was saved from harm by the grace of Lord Siva. The namah Sivaya mantra saved him, as it will save all those who place their trust in Lord Siva.
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Do Shiva loves his devotees?

When one's heart is full of bhakti, there is no room for impure thoughts in one's mind. And a person with bhakti will not respect people simply because they are wealthy or powerful. To him, riches and pelf do not matter.
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Who does Shiva protect?

The triumvirate consists of three gods who are responsible for the creation, upkeep and destruction of the world. The other two gods are Brahma and Vishnu. Brahma is the creator of the universe while Vishnu is the preserver of it. Shiva's role is to destroy the universe in order to re-create it.
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What do Shiva devotees do?

Devotees of Lord Shiva observe a vrat on Somwar (Mondays), Trayodashi Tithi and Krishna Chaturdashi Tithi. They also perform Shiva Puja and chant sacred Mantras. Read on to know how you can perform Shiva puja at home.
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Who is Shiva biggest devotee?

Kannappa was a staunch devotee of Shiva and is closely associated with Srikalahasteeswara Temple. He was a hunter and is believed to have plucked his eyes to offer to Srikalahasteeswara linga, the presiding deity of Srikalahasti Temple.
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What is a Shiva devotee called?

It is the Hindu tradition that most accepts ascetic life and emphasizes yoga, and like other Hindu traditions encourages an individual to discover and be one with Shiva within. The followers of Shaivism are called "Shaivites" or "Saivas".
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Which god has more devotees?

So Vishnu has more and more true devotees than any other gods or goddess.
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What if Shiva comes in dream?

# It is said that if in a dream, if you see Shiva Ji in a dream, then it is considered inauspicious but not inauspicious. Yes, this dream actually indicates wealth. This means that you are going to have a lot of money but you will have to work a little bit.
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How can I contact Lord Shiva?

Ways to connect with Lord Shiva
  1. Free your mind of all clutter and be pure as fire –Remember your mind doesn't control you and your actions. ...
  2. Chant Om Namah Shiva- Start with daily practice of 108 times mantra and increase in multiples like 216,432 and keep going, you can achieve surprising benefits.
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What makes Lord Shiva happy?

Devotees should visit Shiva temple on every Monday with a clean mind and body and should prayers. After taking a bath, one should offer milk and honey to Lord Shiva. It is believed that doing this, the problems related to livelihood, job or business gets eliminated.
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What makes Lord Shiva angry?

Lord Shiva likes those who are as innocent as he himself is. If somebody tries to spoil another person's dignity and respect in the society, this might enrage Lord Shiva. He considers it a sin if you try to defame a person. Using lies against others and spreading rumours is wrong in his eyes.
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How do I ask Lord Shiva for help?

If you just wish to avail yourself of his blessings fast, simply chant 'Om Namah Shivaya” 101 times daily. You will see a quick turnaround in your problems. If you wish to pray sincerely, then read further. He is said to have no birth and also does not need other divine support for his excellence.
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What Lord Shiva dislikes?

Haldi (Turmeric) and Kumkum

Though Haldi and Kumkum are offered to every god, it should never be offered to Lord Shiva. Haldi is used as an ingredient to enhance beauty and Shiva is said to be a saint who stays away from worldly pleasures.
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How does Shiva test his devotees?

He tests his devotees to make them mentally strong and mature enough. He tests the devotee to check wether they are deserving or not for his blessings. He also test his devotees to teach them a lesson and also to make them realise, where they are going wrong. To make the best version of themselves.
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Does Shiva fulfill our wishes?

Belief on Shiva particularly brings give us enormous strength to fulfill our wishes. Always have hope on what you are interested and with whom so much of affection and devotions. So, always give your effort and energy to such things you want to achieve in your life.
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What is Lord Shiva Favourite number?

Thus we can say that Lord Shiva loves number 3.
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Why do I cry when I see Lord Shiva?

For Lord Shiva there is a strong word that people who worship him and when they think about him they cry and with this they are connected emotionally with Lord Shiva. People say it's a way of connection with God and probably that's why you cry whenever you think of Lord Shiva.
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How do you feel the Lord Shiva presence?

If you are willing to see the abode of Mahadev but cannot manage to see Kailash yet, then go to Kankeshwar Temple in Alibaug. You feel his presence. The temple is situated on the top of the hill, there are many long stairs to climb.
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How do you know that Lord Shiva is with you?

Signs you can expect

You'll see that nothing is filthy or lovely; everything has its own essence. You will no longer seek acceptance from others; the only approval you will require is from your own soul and Lord Shiva. You'll want to cry if you encounter someone in suffering or who is hungry.
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What happens if Lord Shiva opens his third eye?

It is said that Shiva's third eye allows him to see beyond the apparent, something that the other two eyes cannot perceive. It is also recognised as a powerful emblem in Shiva, protecting the good from evil. According to legend, when the third eye opens, all darkness and ignorance are annihilated.
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Is it good to see shivling in dream?

Friends dream water plating on shivling this dream is also considered to be a very good dream according to dream astrology, if a person sees himself offering water on the shivling in his dream, all his desires will be fulfilled in his coming time and friends you have already thought that you will worship shivling, ...
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When did Lord Shiva open his third eye?

Once while Shiva was in the midst of worship, the love god, Kama, distracted him. In his anger he opened his third eye, and fire from the eye devoured Kama, until Parvati (Shiva's wife, also known as Kali mata) saved him. For these reasons Shiva is seen as the “destroyer”.
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Is Krishna greater than Shiva?

In Hindu scriptures, there are 18 puranas – each dedicated to a particular name for God – and each establishing that name as supreme. The Shiva purana establishes Lord Shiva as the greatest. The Vishnu purana establishes Lord Vishnu as the greatest. The Shrimad Bhagvad Purana establishes Lord Krishna as the greatest.
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Is Vishnu stronger than Shiva?

As per Shaivism, Shiva is supreme being. As per Vaishnavism, Vishnu is supreme being.
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Is Lord Shiva a devotee of Lord Krishna?

Yes, Lord Shiva is a pure devotee of Lord Krishna, who is accepted as the Supreme Lord by the purport of all Vedic literature, Upanishads, Puranas and Vedanta Sutra, and by the disciplic succession of spiritual masters.
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