- Source
- Padma Purana (Patala Khanda)
- Dialogue
- Lord Shiva (Teacher) and Sri Rama (Disciple)
Significance
A pivotal Shaiva scripture bridging the epic story of Ramayana with deep Vedantic non-duality.
Key concepts
- Lord Shiva bestowing the divine weapon Pasupatastra to Sri Rama during his sorrow
- Shiva revealing his universal cosmic vision (Virata Rupa) to Rama
- Identity of the individual soul (Jiva) with Shiva (Shivoham)
- The power of Bhasma (sacred ash) and Rudraksha in mental purification
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