I offer one bilva leaf to Lord Shiva in worship, which has three branches, does not have holes, is tender and auspicious. Shiva, which is like the triad of weapons, and which destroys the sins of three lifetimes. I offer a bilva to Lord Shiva, which has three leaves, which represents three qualities, which are like the three eyes of Those who recite this sacred Bilvastkam near Shiva shall be freed from all the sins and will attain the abode of Siva. Giving millions of elephants in charity, performing hundreds of Vājapeya sacrifices, or giving away millions of daughters in marriage equal the offering of one Bilva-leaf to Shiva. Those who offer one leaf of Bilva to Shiva is possibly equal to the spiritual bliss attained by the offer of a saligrāma stone to a Brahman. According to Sri Bilva Shtakam, bel tree grew from the breast of Lakshmi. Therefore as Parvati resides in Her various forms in this tree, Shiva is extremely fond of its leaves. She resides as Girija in the roots of the tree, as Maheshwari in its trunk, as Dakshayani in its branches, Parvati in its leaves, Katyayani in its fruit and as Gauri in its flowers. Hence, it is believed that the Goddess resides in this tree in all Her forms. According to the Skanda Purana, the Bel tree grew from the sweat droplets of Parvati which fell on the Mandrachal mountain. One Bilva is equal to a thousand lotus, says the Siva Purana. it is difficult to understand its greatness. According to Shiva Purana, The bilva is the symbol of lord shiva. It also signifies the three eyes of Shiva. This leaf is trifoliate which signifies the holy Trinity: Brahma, Vishnu and Mahesh. Bilva leaves is from the wood apple tree. Hence, Belpatra is one of the most important ingredients which is used for the worship of Lord Shiva. If a person prays to Shiva with a clear mind and offers a Belpatra to the Shivalinga, the Lord blesses them with whatever they desire. Shiva is very fond of Belpatra or the Bilva leaves. Bilva Patra shares a very special relationship with Lord Shiva. They are to be offered in a group of three leaves and are said to have features that identify them with Lord Shiva himself. Shri Shiva Bilvashtakam is a powerful mantra that speaks of the power and glory of offering bilva leaves to Lord Shiva. Shivalokam avapnothi shive na sahamodathe.Lord Shiva Bilvashtakam was composed by Jagad Guru Sri Adi Shankaracharya. Lingashtakam, Idam Punyam padeth Shiva Sannidhow, Which is always worshipped by the flowers, Which is worshipped by the teacher of gods, Which is the doorway for devotion and good thought,Īnd which destroys eight types of poverty. Which is served by gods and other beings, Which wears the garland of lotus flowers,
Which is adorned by sandal paste and saffron, Which shines with the snake being with it, Which is ornamented by gold and great jewels, Which is worshipped by great sages and devas,Īnd which is worshipped by sages, devas and asuras. Which is worshipped by Brahma, Vishnu and other Devas, I bow before that Lingam, which is the eternal Shiva, This prayer is a declaration of faith, obedience, love and devotion to Lord Siva in His aspect as Shivalingam. The Sivalingam is a sacred symbol of the Hindus whom they revere as the manifestation of the Universal Self in His awakened aspect in union with His dynamic energy Shakthi.
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