Shiva in the Modern World: Embracing the Eternal Teachings of Mahadev (According to the speech of Abhi and Niyu)

Introduction

This Article is not a Article, but a tusk! A tusk to accept Shiva. A tusk to learn from Mahadev! And just like Adiyogi, you can use a tusk to stand out and express your unique identity! A challenge to think whether Shiva is relevant for us in today's modern life or not.

The Relevance of Shiva

I can say that only few of you will read the entire article. Because today we are going to face a truth and not everyone has the power to hear it. But yes, if you get value from this article, if you can understand the thoughts, then don't limit this knowledge to yourself. Do share it with someone close to you. Because if water is necessary for the thirsty, then this knowledge is relevant for the next generation.

Understanding Mythology

Often many people call our gods, our history, our stories as Mythology. There is no problem with their sayings. Because calling our stories as Mythology doesn't create Amrit as Vish. The truth doesn't become a lie and light doesn't become darkness. And Shiva has taught me this important lesson. Look for the truth.

Lessons from Oppenheimer

Oppenheimer, this movie is a favourite one for lots of peoples which they watched. The more awards it gets, it would be less. Because this movie is not limited to science. This movie is about ambition. If you aim for greatness, the first step is to pick your target. And you have to put yourself in the fire of achieving that goal.

The Dangers of Endless Ambition

Oppenheimer is called The Father of Atomic Bomb. When he started making atomic bombs, his purpose was to make it before Hitler so that he can save allied forces from Hitler's bomb. But Hitler took his own life in the process of making bombs and Germany got out of the war. This was the right time to stop making weapons that would destroy the world. But Oppenheimer's ambition was so big that he not only made this bomb, but also gave this message to other countries. That if you don't have atomic bomb, then you will always be in danger from other countries.

Geopolitical Reality

Today, the one who understands geopolitics a bit knows that one trigger, one nuclear bomb and the world is finished. Oppenheimer is not a villain. Today, we have weapons to destroy the world because of endless human ambition. In the 21st century, this ambition is deadly poison because we don't know where to stop.

Ambition and Ego

Many of you have the spark of this endless ambition which has the power to destroy your world forever. And having an ambition is not bad. Ambition challenges us. It forces us to utilize our time properly. And pushes us to test our limits. Ambition is not a villain. Endless ambition is a villain. And Shiva has taught this difference. It’s easy to confuse endless ambition with ego. Sometimes, you might not realize when you’ve crossed that line. And we are just one trigger away, one argument, and one conflict.

Shiva's Teachings

Shiva has a trident in his hand. We know Shiva as 'The Destroyer.' We are scared of Shiva's anger. We know that Shiva's taandav can destroy the world only if he wants to. But have you seen most of Shiva's statues or paintings? Do you see him angry? Or calm in a meditative posture? What kind of confusion is this? What kind of contradiction is this? How is Shiva both 'Rudra' and 'Adiyogi'?

The Ultimate State of Consciousness

Shiva is known as the ‘ultimate state of consciousness’ because he understands the truth. The truth that when it is necessary to talk and when it is necessary to be calm. When power is necessary and when it is necessary to be at peace. There are times when you need to manage your anger and times when you can direct it. And when it is necessary to not let it overpower. This is Shiva's thought, which is necessary for all of us in the 21st century.

The Noise of Modern Life

Today we live in an instant world. And our life today is full of noise. It has become such a big part of life that many of us find silence deafening. And we have started to fear this silence. If there is no one around, if the roads are empty, then this fear starts troubling us. Because silence is not calm and quiet. Silence asks us a question. Silence forces us to talk to ourselves. Silence shows us the mirror.

The Burden of Choices

Today we are in the crowd full of choices. Choice of a college. Career choice. Choice of a country. Choice of a life partner. There are so many options that we ourselves are confused with what we want. What is right and what is wrong? What will actually make us happy? And what will not?

Essentialism

“Essentialism” from this book we get to see two thoughts here. Attachment and Detachment. Often, we focus on non-essentials in our life. We think that these will give us happiness. Like a big house, a luxury car, or Instagram followers.

The Value of Detachment

But if this was true, then many celebrities wouldn't have taken their lives when they were at the peak of their careers. Shiva teaches us the value of detachment. Detachment from which elements? From non-essential elements. From all those things that are not our own desires, which are mimetic desires. Which are not our own desires, but are coming from society's expectations.

The Simplicity of Shiva

Shiva has a name, Bholenath! Many of us believe that he is called Bholenath because he can easily be swayed. But the truth is that Shiva is Bholenath because he gets happiness from simple things. At times, it’s the small stuff that truly makes us happy. Imagine that fresh, earthy smell that fills the air when the first raindrops touch the ground. Be it laughing heartily with our friends. Or be it watching a sunset with a loved one. In the world of instant happiness, learn to remain constant. And Shiva wants us to remember this truth in this 21st century. Innocence is not negative. Life is made extraordinary by the little things.

Historical Significance

Indus Valley Civilization is one of the most ancient and unique civilizations in the world. We get to see this Pashupal seal. Pashupal is the name of Shiva. It is said that this is one of the oldest surviving depictions of Shiva. Which we can still see in museums. Shiva has made our lives complete spiritually as well as historically. This is a tight slap on the face of those who claim that the Britishers gave us an identity. Before the British, India was not a nation. Shiva is the proof of this fact. Where our entire country from North to South, East to West worships him as Mahadev. If he is one, if his thoughts, his message, and his image are one, then our nation is also one and united. Our identity is also one. These things connect every Indian to India.

Faith and Destiny

And for this reason, even in the 21st century, whenever I visit a temple, my hands fold automatically. Not to ask for anything, but because whatever I want is written in my fate before I ask for it. If not today, then tomorrow. I am going to get it. I simply need to prove that I deserve it!

Conclusion

If you have been reading this article till now, then one thing is certain. Whether you believe or not, you definitely believe in Mahadev's words. His words are more than mere words; they represent the absolute truth. Such a truth that even time can't destroy it. Then whichever century it may be.

Your life may be difficult today. You could be facing a difficult period at the moment. When things don’t go as you expected. You are facing obstacles in every situation. You are not able to see a small ray of light. So just remember one truth. Just one. The night of Mahashivratri is very special for those who are tired of looking for answers to their questions. This night is special for all those who are tired of trying the solutions. Who are thirsty for happiness despite efforts.

Similarly, if you are one amongst them, then the night of Mahashivratri, Mahadev will come into your life. And not just that dey, he will observe you every single day. He will observe your darkness. He will observe your light. He will observe your sorrow. He will observe your true happiness. He will observe your ego. He will observe your love. And he will see if you are worthy of the things that he has planned for you. If yes, then the path is clear. Every signal has a green light. Every turn has a new dawn. And after every night, there is a golden light.

Shiva is not just a symbol. He is Neelkanth. Because he can do the impossible task—the task of drinking poison. He is Adiyogi. Because he has been able to control his desires. He is Ashutosh. Because he can fulfill your desires. He is Pashupal. Because all living beings are equal for him. He is Gurudev. He is Mahakaal. He is Natraj. And he is also Mahesh. Shiva is real for me. Because he is all the qualities that we desire in this 21st century.

So I leave it for you to decide whether to call Shiva a myth or real. Because I know from this moment to every moment, Shiva's eyes are watching me. They are on you and on every element that does not consider itself above God. And today's truth is that Mahakaal is coming to change your Kaal.