Linga Purana
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A Shaiva Purana on the worship of Shiva as the linga, including the story of the infinite pillar of light.
| Tradition | Hindu (Shaiva) |
|---|---|
| Type | Purana |
| Language | Sanskrit |
| Period | Composed in layers over many centuries (scholarly estimate) |
| Composed or compiled by | Traditionally attributed to Vyasa |
What it contains
- The story of Shiva appearing as an endless column of light before Brahma and Vishnu (Lingodbhava).
- Meaning and worship of the linga.
- Cosmology and genealogies.
- Shaiva rituals and vows.
Significance
The Lingodbhava story is carved in many Shiva temples, especially in South India.