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The Shiva Lingam stones have profound historical significance, dating back thousands of years in Hindu tradition. These sacred stones have been revered and used in worship practices for millennia, with their importance deeply rooted in ancient texts and archaeological findings.

Even though a Shiva lingam may be made from many different materials, those that are most often sold as ‘Shiva Lingams’ are from the Narmada River in India. They are beautiful polished stones that contain stripes, rings and swirls. The shape itself represents the male aspect of creation and the markings on the stone represent the female aspect. The total energetic effect of the stone is one of union and the activation of the sacred kundalini energy that rises up the spine, activating the chakras and bringing enlightenment.

The Narmada River flows through central India, spanning approximately 1,312 kilometres (815 miles) and is considered one of the seven holy rivers in Hindu tradition. It is revered as a goddess and is believed to possess purifying and healing properties. The river’s banks are dotted with temples and pilgrimage sites, where devotees come to worship and seek blessings from Lord Shiva. The river’s significance is further enhanced by its association with various myths and legends that highlight its divine nature.

Shiva Lingam stones are primarily composed of cryptocrystalline quartz, also known as chalcedony, with iron oxide deposits that create their characteristic patterns. Even though the exact formation is debated, some believe they may have originated from a meteorite impact 14 million years ago, fusing with local minerals in the Narmada River. The more widely accepted explanation is that they are sedimentary river rocks shaped by natural erosion and river currents over millions of years.

In this world, there exists a dimension of invisible knowledge in which the psychic energy of human rituals and beliefs reside. The Shiva Lingam, in particular, has been an object of devotion used to gain enlightenment for many centuries. Through the energetic signature of the symbol, every Shiva Lingam is connected energetically to all others throughout the world, in all places and times. It is why they are such a potent spiritual talisman.

Shiva Lingam stones represent the union of masculine and feminine cosmic energies. The cylindrical shape symbolises the masculine aspect (Shiva), while the markings or patterns represent the feminine aspect (Shakti). This union signifies the fundamental duality of creation and the balance of opposing forces in the universe.

Shiva Lingams are believed to stimulate the body’s energetic systems. They support general healing on all levels. They can be used to treat impotence, infertility and other sexual or reproductive imbalances. Their highest use, however, is for strengthening and balancing the entire body.