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johnburnette122 — What is a Lingam and How Does It Represent Shiva?

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Published: 2019-02-05 17:03:47 +0000 UTC; Views: 362; Favourites: 1; Downloads: 1
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Description The lingam (also spelled as linga) is a sacred object in Hinduism and is a symbol that represents Shiva. The lingam is often found in temples dedicated to Shiva and is the form in which this Hindu deity is most commonly worshipped. The lingam has popularly been considered to be a phallic symbol, with the yoni being its female counterpart, though some has disputed this.

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