| Key Features | - It is one of the most revered and influential texts of Hinduism, especially for the followers of Shiva and Shaivism., It covers a wide range of topics related to Shiva, such as his creation, manifestation, attributes, forms, worship, festivals, temples, devotees, incarnations, consort, children and enemies., It also narrates many stories and legends about Shiva and his interactions with other gods, goddesses, sages, demons and humans., It reveals the secrets of Shiva’s power, grace, compassion, wisdom and bliss., It teaches the principles and practices of Shaivism, such as the five-fold worship (panchayatana), the six-fold path (shadadhara), the eight-fold yoga (ashtanga), the twelve jyotirlingas (lingas of light) and the 36 tattvas (principles of reality).
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