Shiv Avtars: 19 Forms of Shivji

Dev & Avtar

By Devansh Taneja

19 Sept, 2024

Piplaad Avatar

He was born in the family of Sage Dadhichi. He cursed Shani Dev and granted relief to those affected by Shani Dosha.

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Nandi Avatar

Nandi was born in the family of Sage Shilad, he became Shiv ji's eternal gatekeeper and vehicle. 

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Veerabhadr Avatar

Lord Shiva produced him to destroy the yagna of Daksh Prajapti when Devi Sati self immolated herself. 

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Bhairav Avatar

This fierce form of Shiv ji punishes the wicked and removes arrogance. 

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Ashwatthama Avatar

He was born as a son to Dronacharya. He was a key warrior in the Mahabharat.

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Sharabh Avatar

Appeared to pacify Lord Vishnu's Narasimha form by taking a form part-lion and part-bird. 

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Grihapati Avatar

Born to Sage Vishwanar after intense penance, symbolizing the power of devotion. 

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Durvas Avatar

Known for his short temper, this form commanded respect from both gods and mortals. 

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Vrishabh Avatar

Appeared as a bull to destroy the destructive sons of Lord Vishnu in Patal Lok. 

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Yatinath Avatar

Tested the devotion of a tribal couple, blessing them for their sacrifice and hospitality.

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Hanuman

The faithful devotee of Lord Ram, manifested as the eleventh rudra avatar of Lord Shiv.

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Krishna Darshan Avatar

Appeared to teach King Nabhag the importance of Yagy and detachment.

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Bhikshuvary Avatar

Appeared as a beggar to save the child of King Sathyarath, symbolizing humility.

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Sureshwar Avatar

Tested the devotion of Upamanyu by appearing in the disguise of Indra Dev.

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Keerat Avatar

Tested Arjun’s bravery during the Pandavs' exile by appearing as a hunter.

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Sunatnartak Avatar

Danced in the court of the Himalayan King and expressed his desire to marry Parvati.

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Brahmachari Avatar

Tested Parvati’s devotion by appearing as a celibate ascetic and insulting Shiv ji.

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Yaksheshwar Avatar

Appeared to humble the Devas after they became arrogant from consuming Amrit.

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Avadhut Avatar

Took this form to crush the pride of Indra Dev and show the futility of ego.

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