Rudrabhishek Puja at Ujjain – Parad Shivling

Rudrabhishek Puja at Ujjain – Parad Shivling – with All pooja Samagri other than Fruits and Sweets

Rudrabhishek with Parad Shivling

Rudrabhishek performed with a Parad Shivling adds an additional layer of significance and reverence to the ritual. Parad (or “Parad”) is a type of mercury that is highly revered in Hindu rituals and is often used to make Shivlings. Here’s a detailed look at the importance and benefits of performing Rudrabhishek with a Parad Shivling.

The use of mercury is thought to symbolize the embodiment of Shiva’s energy and divine presence

Parad Shivling is revered for its divine properties and is believed to bestow immense spiritual and material benefits.

Mercury is associated with various healing properties and is said to have the ability to purify and energize the worshipper. The Parad Shivling is believed to enhance mental clarity, improve overall well-being, and bring harmony to one’s life.

Significance of Parad Shivling

Purity and Divinity: Mercury is considered a sacred metal in Hinduism, and when consecrated into a Shivling, it embodies the purest form of Lord Shiva.

Spiritual Benefits: Worshipping Parad Shivling is believed to enhance spiritual growth, bring peace and harmony, and remove negative energies.

Material Benefits: It is also associated with attracting wealth, health, and prosperity.

Materials Required:

• Parad Shivling
• Holy water (preferably from the Ganges)
• Milk
• Honey
• Ghee
• Curd
• Sugar
• Flowers (especially white flowers)
• Bael leaves
• Sandalwood paste
• Incense sticks
• Camphor
• Fruits and sweets

Procedure:

1. Purification: Start by purifying yourself with a bath. Wear clean, preferably white, clothes.
2. Setup: Place the Parad Shivling on a clean and sanctified platform.
3. Invocation: Light the incense sticks and camphor and begin by invoking Lord Ganesha to remove obstacles.
4. Anointment (Abhishek):
5. Water: Pour holy water over the Shivling, chanting "Om Namah Shivaya".
6. Milk: Follow with milk, symbolizing purity.
7. Honey: Anoint with honey, representing sweetness in life.
8. Ghee: Pour ghee, signifying health and vitality.
9. Curd: Use curd, symbolizing prosperity.
10. Sugar: Anoint with sugar for sweetness and happiness.
11. Water: Conclude with another round of holy water.
12. Decoration: Apply sandalwood paste on the Shivling, and decorate it with flowers and bael leaves.
13. Mantra Chanting: Throughout the ritual, chant the Rudra Sukta or the Maha Mrityunjaya Mantra.
14. Offerings: Offer fruits, sweets, and other items to Lord Shiva.
15. Aarti: Perform aarti (ritual of waving lighted camphor) to the Shivling, accompanied by devotional songs.
16. Prayers: Conclude the ritual with prayers, seeking blessings for health, prosperity, and spiritual growth.

Benefits of Rudrabhishek with Parad Shivling

• Spiritual Upliftment: Enhances spiritual awareness and connection with the divine.
• Health and Wellbeing: Believed to improve physical and mental health.
• Wealth and Prosperity: Attracts wealth and financial stability.
• Protection: Offers protection from negative influences and evil energie.
• The combination of Rudrabhishek with Parad Shivling is thought to purify the devotee both spiritually and mentally.