Shiva Purana — Rudra Samhita, Shloka 72
देवस्तुतिः—नन्दिकेश्वरविज्ञप्तिः—शम्भोः समाधेः उत्थानम्
Devas’ Hymn, Nandikeśvara’s Petition, and Śiva’s Rising from Samādhi
किं बहूक्तेन च हरे विधे सत्यं ब्रवीम्यहम् । मत्पणोऽस्तीति यूयं वै सर्वे जानीथ तत्त्वतः
kiṃ bahūktena ca hare vidhe satyaṃ bravīmyaham | matpaṇo'stīti yūyaṃ vai sarve jānītha tattvataḥ
Ano pa ang silbi ng maraming salita, O Hari at O Vidhā, ang Lumikha? Sinasabi ko ang katotohanan: alamin ninyong lahat, sa tunay na diwa, na ang aking panata at pangako ay nananatiling matatag.
Parvati
Tattva Level: pati
Shakti Form: Pārvatī
Role: liberating
FAQs
It highlights satya (truthfulness) and dṛḍha-niścaya (firm resolve): spiritual attainment in Shaiva tradition matures when one’s vow is unwavering and aligned to dharma and devotion toward Shiva.
A firm vow is the inner support of Saguna Shiva worship—whether one worships the Linga through pūjā, mantra, or vrata, the fruit depends on steady intention and truthful commitment rather than mere words.
Adopt a vrata with truthfulness—daily japa of the Panchakshara (Om Namaḥ Śivāya) and disciplined observances (such as purity, restraint, and regular worship) performed with unwavering resolve.