Supreme Spiritual Siddhi
Sacred darshan is associated with supreme spiritual accomplishment, or Siddhi.
The Story of Revanteswara
The sacred story of Revanteswara follows the radiant Revanta, whom Lord Shiva lovingly guided to Mahakalavana, where an eternal Shiva Linga became renowned by his name.
Sri Revanteswara, also spelled Revanteswara, is the 56th sacred Shiva Linga of Mahakalavana in Ujjain. Its story and spiritual significance are explained by Siddhaguru Sri Ramanananda Maharshi.
According to the sacred narrative presented in this discourse, the story begins with Surya and Sanjna, the birth of the Ashwini Kumaras and their brother Revanta, who appeared on horseback bearing weapons.
Revanta’s extraordinary radiance overwhelmed the three worlds. The devas sought help from Lord Brahma and Lord Shiva.
Lord Shiva lovingly received Revanta and directed him to an eternal, radiant Shiva Linga east of Kanteshwara in Mahakalavana.
There, the Lord declared that the sacred Shiva Linga would become renowned as Revanteswara.
Revanta sought unwavering devotion, supreme knowledge, lasting glory and freedom from worldly bondage. The narrative describes him ultimately remaining in the divine presence.
Traditional Blessings of Revanteswara Darshan
According to the sacred narrative explained by Siddhaguru, darshan of Sri Revanteswara is associated with spiritual accomplishment, success, strength and prosperity.
Victory & Recognition
The narrated verses describe blessings of victory, success and recognition.
Strength & Courage
Darshan is associated with strength, courage and prowess.
Prosperity & Generosity
Traditional blessings include prosperity and the ability to give generously.
Well-Being of One’s Lineage
The sacred account describes blessings for the growth and well-being of one’s lineage.
Blessing of Horses
The narrated verses include the traditional blessing of obtaining horses.
Heavenly Blessings
The discourse describes heavenly blessings associated with the Guhyakas.
Revanta’s Devotion & Lord Shiva’s Grace
Revanta’s extraordinary radiance and Lord Shiva’s loving guidance form the heart of this sacred account. Directed to the eternal Shiva Linga in Mahakalavana, Revanta received a place in its enduring sacred identity.
His aspirations reveal the spiritual depth of the narrative. He sought unwavering devotion and supreme knowledge, together with lasting glory and freedom from worldly bondage.
The glory of Sri Revanteswara thus connects the traditional blessings of success, courage and prosperity with the higher aspiration of spiritual accomplishment and devotion to Lord Shiva.
Revanta’s prayer expresses an aspiration for steadfast devotion, supreme knowledge and freedom from worldly bondage in the divine presence of Lord Shiva.