Description
The Shaligram Shila is a self-manifested stone that represents Lord Vishnu, the preserver and protector of the Universe and one of the Divine Trinity along with Lord Brahma and Mahesh. This Shaligram Shila is aptly named Mandara Sheshnaag Shaligram Shila because the natural impressions on this stone resembles the multi-headed Snake, Sheshnaag. Lord Vishnu is depicted in images resting on the coiled body of His Snake, Sheshnaag, in the Sheer Sagar(celestial Ocean). Sheshnaag or Ananta fans his hood above Lord Vishnu’s head protectively. The Shaligram Shila is found in its natural form in the banks of Kali Gandaki river, Nepal and possesses high vibration frequency. Keeping the Shaligram at home corrects Vastu doshas, ushers auspiciousness, uplifts life, clears negative energies and shields the dwelling.
Worshipping the Shaligram shila brings the blessings of good health, wealth, prosperity, righteous living, material comfort, spiritual growth, success, supreme protection, harmonious and happy family life, relief from miseries, and abundance.
The Shaligram shila is worshipped by performing the sacred bathing, Abhishek, with water and Tulsi leaves and a mixture of Cow Milk(without boiling), Curd, Ghee, Honey, Sugar. When worshipped with dedication, Lord Vishnu liberates devotees from the cycle of birth and death.
Dimension of Shaligram:
Height: 2.3 inches
Depth: 1.6 inches
Width: 1.6 inches
Weight: 145 gms
