Why do we worship God Hindu?

Hindus usually perform worship in temples or at home to achieve some specific end or to integrate the body, mind and spirit. The aim is to live a pure life in order to help the performer reincarnate into a higher being.

Do Iskcon worship other gods?

Originally Answered: Why ISKCON Say That Only Krishna Should Be Worshipped and worship of other gods are Condemned? No, other gods are not condemned neither in iskconism nor in vaishnavism.

Why is idol worship right?

We need idols (word, symbol, story, ritual) for the sake of communication. So they see the idol as God, rather than a concrete expression of the idea of God. For example, every year, in Mumbai, people bring clay images of Ganesha home, and worship him for a day or two, before immersing the image in the sea.

Do not worship idols in Vedas?

Idol Worship is prohibited in Hinduism not in a single place…. “They enter darkness those who worship natural things (for e.g. air, water, fire, etc.). They sink deeper in darkness those who worship sambhuti i.e. created things (for e.g. table, chair, car, idol etc.)

Why should we worship Lord Shiva?

Shiva has immense powers. He destroys our suffering, the poison of human life, and removes from us impurities such as ignorance, egoism, delusion, attachment and pride to facilitate our spiritual growth. Which means if you are looking for a change or direction in your life, he is the right deity to worship. 9. He is the lord of the animals

Why is Shiva so popular in India?

Even today , Shiva is worshipped by millions people not only in India but elsewhere also where Hindus live. Shiva goes by many names and has many forms which include his pleasant and fierce forms. Shiva is also the most popular deity of Tantra and Shakta traditions.

What can we learn from the life of Shiva?

Shiva loves his family and children as much as he loves his devotees. He also has an extended family of gods and ganas, who are very fond of him and who love to spend their time in his company. Which means one can learn from Shiva about family values, and the importance of loving and caring relationships.

What are the pros and cons of being married to Shiva?

Shiva can really get frighteningly angry at times and unleash his destructive powers. No one wants to see Shiva angry, even gods, because when he is angry he can do terrible things. Which means you can acknowledge your anger as an aspect of Shiva and not feel guilty about it. 6. He is a very good husband