In this podcast episode of Expert Talk with Bhavya Desai, we explore the timeless essence of Lord Shiva with Anshul Pandey, a renowned columnist, Author and researcher of the Vedas and Mahabharata.

With his expertise and deep understanding, Anshul shares fascinating insights into Shiva’s symbolism, spiritual teachings, and relevance in modern life and his historical evidence. 

Tune in for an inspiring conversation that will encourage you to explore the deeper meanings of Shiva’s wisdom and India’s rich heritage.

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Timestamps -

00:00 - What’s coming up?

01:03 - Introduction

01:53 - Bhavya & Anshul begins

2:27 - Information about Shiv is scattered

04:05 - Is Shiv a mythological being?

05:21 - Shiv and his different forms

06:45 - Was Shiv an Environmentalist?

08:00 - The enmity between Daksh and Shiv

08:50 - Why is Shiv an Economist?

10:00 - New generation's shift to Spirituality

14:00 - Unveiling the meaning of Om Namah Shivay

15:53 - Anshul’s Anecdote on Mahamrityunjay jaap

21:38 - Who does Shiv devote?

25:35 - Aghors eat in Skulls

27:11 - Maharashtra’s Palghar incident and Naga Sadhu's intervention

29:15 - Why does Aghor get first bath at Kumbh?

30:55 - Shiv a destroyer but also very gullible and naive?

32:00 - Sati's incident that made shiv the destroyer

38:41 - Tandav isn't always for destruction

41:27 - Shiv doesn't reside in Kailash?

43:21 - Story of Maha Shivratri

46:05 - Is there Shivling inside Mecca?

51:24 - Why is Shiv blue?

54:05 - Shiv's body is always covered in ashes!

54:59 - Why does shiv reside in Shamshaan

57:30 - What is Tripun and what does it represent?

59:16 - The power weapon Trishul

1:04:51 - The Third Eye

1:09:49 - How Dev used to invoke weapons through mantras

1:15:12 - The truth behind Ganga flowing from shiv's hair

1:07:56 - The incident of Naga Sadhus against British

1:19:07 - Why do Aghoris and Naga Sadhus worship Shiv?

1:21:08 - Story behind crescent moon on Shiv's Head

1:23:30 - Misconception of Ravan being greatest Shiv Bhakt

1:24:50 - Story of Vasuki Snake

1:28:00 - War between Shiv and Vishnu

1:31:31 - Anshul’s Favourite story about Shiv

1:32:42 - Final words

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