Sawan 2024: Do you know about the divine weapons of Lord Shiva?

The Sawan month began on July 22 and will last until August 19. Worshipping Lord Shiva during this time is believed to bring auspicious results. Religious texts describe many fascinating aspects of Lord Shiva, including various weapons associated with him. Lord Shiva, known as Mahadev, bestowed these weapons upon his devotees. Let’s read more about these divine weapons of Lord Shiva.
 

What is the name of Lord Shiva's bow?

According to religious texts, Lord Shiva's bow is named Pinaka. It is crafted from the bones of Maharishi Dadhichi and was built by Vishwakarma, the divine architect. It is the same bow that is depicted in the Swayamvar of Goddess Sita. It was later broken by Lord Shri Ram during the Swayamvar.

What is the name of Lord Shiva's chakra?

Lord Shiva's chakra is known as Sudarshan. Although it is primarily associated with Lord Vishnu, who always holds it, religious texts recount that Lord Vishnu once pleased Lord Shiva through worship, leading Shiva to gift the Sudarshan Chakra to Vishnu. This chakra was later possessed by Parashurama in Dwaparayuga and subsequently passed to Lord Krishna.

What is the name of Lord Shiva's trident?

Lord Shiva's weapon is the Trishul, which is always depicted in his hands. Although its specific name is not mentioned in religious scriptures, this trident is a powerful weapon. Lord Shiva used the Trishul to defeat many demons, including Andhakasura and Shankhchud.

More weapons of Mahadev

The Khadga is another significant weapon of Lord Shiva, which he gifted to Ravana's son Meghnad. This weapon was so powerful that it even injured Lakshman. The Pashupat weapon is mentioned in religious texts, which Arjun received from Lord Shiva through intense penance.