Samudra Manthan, Halahal poison and the mystery of ‘Neelkanth’; Know why Shiva is celebrated in Saavan

Sawan: The month of Shravan (Saavan) has special significance in Sanatan Dharma. According to mythological beliefs and the time calculation of Shiva Purana, the historical churning of the ocean between the gods and demons was at its peak in this holy month. Let us know the deep connection between this holy month, the incident of churning of the ocean and the ‘Neelkanth’ form of Lord Shiva.

Why did Halahal poison appear in Saavan?

According to the stories of Shiva Purana, when the gods and demons started churning the Kshir Sagar with the desire of nectar, Mandarachal mountain was made the churner and Nagraj Vasuki was made the neti (rope). During this churning, first of all, the most terrible ‘Halahal’ (Kalkoot) poison Appeared. The intense flame and heat of this poison created an uproar in the entire creation.

This entire incident happened during the month of Sawan only. When no other solution could be found to save the universe, then Lord Shiva drank that terrible poison for the welfare of the people. To stop the effect of poison, Mother Parvati touched Lord Shiva’s throat and stopped it there, due to which his throat turned blue and he ‘Neelkanth’ Called.

This is the reason that to provide coolness to Mahadev’s body from the intense heat of the poison, all the gods and goddesses continuously offered water to him. After this historical event, the unbroken tradition of Jalabhishek of Mahadev in the month of Sawan started.

Practical and spiritual message of Samudra Manthan

According to religious scholars and the spiritual perspective of Shiva Purana, this story of Samudra Manthan is not just a mythological event, but it also reflects the conflict that goes on within human life and mind:

Churning of mind and poison of disorders: When a person moves forward on the path of devotion or good deeds, there is friction between good and bad thoughts (deities and demons) within him. From this ideological churning, first of all the ‘poison’ in the form of anger, ego and jealousy comes out within the human being.

Shiva element itself has the ability to digest poison: It is difficult for a worldly person to digest the bitterness of others or the poison of life’s stress. This ability is only in ‘Shiva Tattva’ (true devotion and infinite patience). Therefore, the mental stress of life should be dedicated to Mahadev.

Symbol of restraint on five senses: According to mythology, during the churning of the ocean, five divine cows including Kamadhenu emerged from the poison. From a spiritual point of view, these five cows symbolize our five senses (eyes, ears, nose, tongue, skin). If a man learns to control his five senses while living in this world, then his life becomes beneficial.

The real essence of Shiva devotion in Saavan

From both religious and practical point of view, this holy month of Saavan gives us the message of remaining calm even in adverse circumstances. Just as Mahadev took poison in his throat to save the world, similarly we should forget the bitterness spread in society and family and distribute the nectar of love and goodwill. This only Sawan This is the real spiritual secret of Shiva worship.

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