Significance of Parvati
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Hindu concept of 'Parvati'
Parvati, in Hinduism, symbolizes the feminine divine, embodying love, devotion, and power. As Shiva’s beloved and a nurturing figure, she plays significant roles in various narratives, showcasing her resilience, curiosity, and maternal influence over creation.
From: Skanda Purana
(1) The beloved of Ishvara, to whom the narrative is addressed.[1] (2) The mother of the universe and beloved of Shiva, who questions him about his meditative practices.[2] (3) A goddess who seeks knowledge and spiritual immortality, asking questions about yoga and wisdom.[3] (4) The supreme goddess representing empowerment and divinity, being the central figure whom the Vishakanyaka seeks to appease.[4] (5) A goddess who appears in the context of goddess Pingala in the text.[5]
From: Padma Purana
(1) The consort of Shiva, symbolizing divine femininity and maternal care throughout the text.[6] (2) The wife of Shankara, symbolic of divine feminine energy.[7] (3) The goddess being addressed by Mahadeva, who inquires about the religious merits of bathing in sacred rivers.[8] (4) The goddess addressed by Mahadeva in the text, who is involved in the discussion about the rites related to the sacred thread.[9] (5) A goddess who plays a role in the narrative, involved in instructing Shiva regarding his attendants and actions against the demon Jalandhara.[10]
From: Shiva Purana
(1) The goddess and consort of Shiva, known for her strength, devotion, and emotional depth, she plays a crucial role in the storyline.[11] (2) The daughter of Himavat and the destined bride of Lord Shiva, who embodies love and devotion.[12] (3) The goddess and consort of lord Shiva, involved in the narratives of blessings and events surrounding Nandishvara.[13] (4) The consort of Shiva, representing feminine divinity and power.[14] (5) The daughter of Himalaya who, through her devotion and penance, achieved unity with Shiva.[15]
From: Brihaddharma Purana (abridged)
(1) The wife of Siva, recognized for her wisdom and ability to mediate between Narayana and Siva.[16] (2) Another name associated with goddess Chandika, who is revered in Hindu mythology.[17]
From: Ramayana of Valmiki
(1) The goddess and consort of Lord Mahadeva, characterized by her beauty.[18]
From: Bhagavad-gita-mahatmya
(1) The consort of Lord Shiva, who expresses curiosity about the outcomes of Bhavasharma's devotion and the associated blessings granted by Lord Vishnu.[19]
From: Lalitopakhyana (Lalita Mahatmya)
(1) The daughter of the lord of the mountain, who underwent severe penance to win over Shiva as her husband.[20]
From: Brahmanda Purana
(1) The goddess and consort of Lord Shiva, who inquires about the bluish color of Shiva's neck, leading to the recounting of the story of Kalakuta.[21]
From: Bhagavad-gita Mahatmya
(1) The daughter of the Himalaya Mountain who asks Shiva about the importance of the eighteenth chapter.[22]
From: Gautami Mahatmya
(1) The mother of Karttikeya and goddess associated with fertility, love, and devotion in Hindu tradition.[23]
From: Matsya Purana (critical study)
(1) The daughter of King Himalaya who aspires to marry Lord Shiva and is reborn from her previous identity as Sati.[24]
From: Chaitanya Bhagavata
(1) The consort of Lord Shiva, who along with Shiva, is devoted to worship Lord Sankarshana.[25] (2) The consort of Lord Shiva, who also becomes illusioned.[26] (3) The consort of Shiva, representing love, devotion, and the feminine aspect of divine balance.[27]
From: Brihad Bhagavatamrita (commentary)
(1) the consort of Shri Shiva[28] (2) The beloved of Lord Shiva, who embodies his power (shakti) and represents the divine feminine aspect in Hindu mythology.[29]
From: Bhakti-rasamrta-sindhu
(1) The wife of Lord Shiva, who receives teachings about Krishna’s attributes in the narrative.[30]
From: Kathasaritsagara (the Ocean of Story)
(1) The goddess who is revered as the wife of Shiva and is portrayed with deep affection by him.[31] (2) The goddess whose mood and curses affect the fate of various characters in the story, including her attendants and others.[32]
From: Tiruvacakam Part I
(1) A goddess who is mentioned in a story where she was punished by being born as a fisherman's wife.[33]
From: Mudrarakshasa (literary study)
(1) A character in the Mudrarakshasa who observes a lady sitting on her husband's head, representing a moment of concealed meaning through Vyajokti.[34]
From: Kavyamimamsa of Rajasekhara (Study)
(1) The consort of Lord Shiva, whose praise is also incorporated in Rajashekhara's dramatic works, emphasizing religious themes.[35]
The concept of Parvati in local and regional sources
Parvati is portrayed as Shiva's devoted wife, a symbol of spiritual fulfillment and divine love, and a reincarnation of Sati, signifying her deep commitment and connection to the divine.
From: Bhaktavijaya: Stories of Indian Saints
(1) The reincarnation of Sati, known as Shiva's wife and revered for her devotion.[36] (2) The wife of Shiva, known for her devotion and rebirth as the daughter of the Himalayas.[37]
From: Triveni Journal
(1) The consort of Lord Siva, featured prominently alongside him in Bain's tales, representing the feminine aspect of divinity.[38] (2) The consort of Siva, representing the Mother of the Universe.[39]
From: Diaspora of Bhuta (Daiva) worshipping cult—India and Indonesia
(1) The Goddess representing spiritual fulfillment and divine love, serving as the consort of Shiva.[40]