Shiva Lingam, approx 7.5cm

Shiva Lingham Information

This special stone always has the shape of an elongated egg and is the symbol, or lingam of Lord Shiva. Shiva is one of the supreme deities in Hinduism and therefore the stone that is his symbol represents the infinite power of the universe. As such, the Shiva lingam brings vitality and a special sort of energy called pranic energy. This is the energy that is found in everything. This makes the Shiva lingam especially useful in healing work, as it can re-energize and revitalize. The Shiva Lingam Stone is from the sacred Narmada River in Onkar Mandhata, one of India’s seven holy sites. Villagers gather this unique Crypto-crystalline quartz from shallow river beds in the summer. Lingam describes the egg shape. This often worshiped fertility stone is revered by Hindus as the embodiment of Lord Shiva. Lingam is also the sacred Sanskrit word for phallus. It’s an excellent stone for sexual healing, balancing and all things related to the pubic region, on all levels, and it’s wonderful for fertility. They re-energise your Base Chakra, assist you with looking at what you have outgrown and reinstates trust in male energies. With its wonderful nurturing energy it can be used to fill an empty void, and it’s great for those who feel unloved. Use it to purify your space and environment. Shiva lingam stones are made out of jasper, which is a combination of quartz, chalcedony and opal and has aspects of all of these crystals. The stones themselves can be small enough to be hidden in the hand or very large.

This item is linked with the MULDHARA chakra or Base chakra, which is located at the base of the spine. Responsible for sensuality, action, vitality and touch. This is also called the Root chakra, and if the root is weak, the tree will also be weak. This chakra controls the whole physical body. The cosmic colour is Red.