Lingam

The lingam (IAST: liṅgaṃ, also linga, ling, Shiva linga, Shiv ling, meaning sign, symbol or phallus) is an abstract or aniconic representation of the Hindu deity, Shiva, used for worship in temples, smaller shrines, or as self-manifested natural objects. In traditional Indian society, the linga is rather seen as a symbol of the energy and potential of God, Shiva himself.

The lingam is often represented alongside the yoni (Sanskrit word, literally "origin" or "source" or "womb"), a symbol of the goddess or of Shakti, female creative energy. The union of lingam and yoni represents the "indivisible two-in-oneness of male and female, the passive space and active time from which all life originates".

Definition

The Sanskrit term, liṅgaṃ, has a number of definitions ranging from symbol to phallus, and more specifically, the "genital organ of Śiva worshipped in the form of a Phallus". In Shaivite Hindu temples, the lingam is a smooth cylindrical mass symbolising Shiva and is worshipped as a symbol of generative power. It is found at the centre of the temple often resting in the middle of a rimmed, disc-shaped yoni, a representation of Shakti. An oval shaped Lingam is also the closest representation of the formless aspect of the Divine. The shape of a Lingam maximizes the length of time for which it can hold energy in harmony and balance.

Shivalinga (film)

Shivalinga is a 2016 Indian Kannada horror film written and directed by P. Vasu. The film stars Shivarajkumar and Vedhika in the lead roles. Produced by K. A. Suresh, the film's music is composed by V. Harikrishna. The film released on 12 February 2016. The climax of the movie was reported to be taken straight out of an Agatha Christie novel.

Cast

Production

Vedhika was selected as lead actress. Shivarajkumar is said to be appearing in the role of an CID Officer. The film was launched on 15 December 2014 at Kanteerava Studios. The first schedule of the film was completed at Ulsoor.

Soundtrack

V. Harikrishna composed the background score for the film and its soundtrack. The soundtrack album consists of five tracks. It was released on 27 November 2015 in Bengaluru.