Legends surrounding Shiva's devotees from "summary" of Shiv Puran by Dr. Vinay
In the sacred texts of Shiv Puran, we come across various legends that revolve around the devotees of Lord Shiva. These stories serve to exemplify the unwavering faith and devotion exhibited by these individuals towards the mighty deity. One such tale recounts the story of Markandeya, a young boy who was destined to die at a tender age. Despite his impending fate, Markandeya remained steadfast in his devotion to Lord Shiva. When the time came for Yama, the god of death, to claim his life, Markandeya clung onto the Shiva Linga and prayed fervently to his beloved deity. Touched by the boy's devotion, Lord Shiva appeared before him and vanquished Yama, thus granting Markandeya immortality. Another legend tells the story of Prahlad, a devout worshipper of Lord Shiva who faced persecution at the hands of his own father, the demon king Hiranyakashipu. Despite enduring numerous trials and tribulations, Prahlad's faith in Lord Shiva never wavered. In the end,...
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