Serpent-Related Relief
Reduces serpent-related karmic troubles and afflictions.
The Story of Karkoteswara
"Sincere devotion to Lord Shiva has the power to overcome curses, karmic suffering and poisonous influences."
Sri Karkoteswara Mahadeva is the 10th sacred Shivalingam in the Mahakalavana 84 Shivalingas series.
The divine history of this sacred Shivalingam is associated with Kadruva, the mother of serpents, and the curse she placed upon her own serpent sons.
As explained by Siddhaguru Sri Ramanananda Maharshi, Kadruva once gave a command to her serpent sons. When they disobeyed her command, she became angered and cursed them to face destruction and severe suffering.
The curse created a grave karmic affliction for the serpent race. Seeking relief from its consequences, the great serpent Karkotaka came to the sacred Mahakalavana.
Karkotaka performed intense penance and worshipped Lord Shiva with deep devotion, praying for protection and liberation from the effects of the curse.
Pleased by Karkotaka's sincere devotion and penance, Lord Shiva appeared before him and manifested in the sacred form of Sri Karkoteswara Mahadeva.
Darshanam and worship of Sri Karkoteswara Mahadeva are believed to remove poisonous influences, reduce serpent-related karmic troubles, dissolve fear and unseen obstacles, and bless devotees with purification, divine protection and the grace of Mahadeva.
"The grace of Sri Karkoteswara Mahadeva protects devotees from fear, karmic afflictions and unseen dangers."
Divine Benefits of Karkoteswara Shiva Linga
Worship of Sri Karkoteswara Mahadeva is believed to provide protection, purification and relief from serpent-related karmic afflictions.
Poison Protection
Protects devotees from poisonous and harmful influences.
Divine Protection
Bestows the protective grace of Lord Shiva.
Karmic Relief
Helps reduce the burden of past karmic afflictions.
Removal of Obstacles
Dissolves unseen obstacles and negative influences.
Freedom from Fear
Blesses the mind with courage, peace and confidence.
Purification
Purifies the devotee from harmful karmic influences.
Mahadeva's Grace
Bestows the divine blessings and grace of Lord Shiva.