Shivling Puja: Avoid these mistakes while worshipping Shivling on Monday, know the rules
- bySudha Saxena
- 05 Jan, 2026
Rules for Shivling Worship: Worshiping the Shivling is considered very special. This quickly pleases Lord Shiva and fulfills all desires. However, many people unknowingly make mistakes while worshipping the Shivling, which results in them not receiving the desired results.
Rules for Shivlinga Puja: In Sanatan Dharma, every day is dedicated to some deity or deity. Monday is dedicated to Lord Shiva. On this day, Lord Shiva is worshipped and fasted. Devotees perform Abhisheka of the Shivlinga and pray for blessings. It is said that the simplest way to please Lord Shiva is to worship the Shivlinga.
Worshiping the Shivalinga is considered extremely special. It quickly pleases Lord Shiva and grants all wishes. However, many people unknowingly make mistakes while worshipping the Shivalinga, which can lead to their worship not receiving the desired results. So, let's explore how to worship the Shivalinga on Mondays. What are the rules for this worship?
Do not make these mistakes while worshipping Shivling
Shivalinga is considered a symbol of renunciation, so do not offer vermilion on it. Furthermore, never offer turmeric or kumkum on it. Turmeric is associated with beauty and good fortune. It is used in the worship of Goddess Parvati. Never offer Tulsi on Shivalinga, even by mistake. Tulsi is considered prohibited in offerings or worship to Lord Shiva. Never offer broken rice on Shivalinga. Broken rice is considered a symbol of imperfection. Never offer water to Shivalinga from a conch shell.
Worship Shivling with this method
On Monday morning, after bathing, wear clean clothes. First, offer water to the Shivalinga in the temple. Then, perform the anointment with Panchamrit. Then, repeat the anointment with pure water. After this, apply sandalwood paste. Then, offer Bel leaves, Dhatura, Aak flowers, and offerings. During the puja, be sure to chant the mantra Om Namah Shivaya. Finally, perform an aarti (sacred ritual) for Lord Shiva.
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