Shiv Avtars: 19 Forms of Shivji

Dev & Avtar

By Devansh Taneja

19 Sept, 2024

Piplaad Avatar

Born to Sage Dadhichi, he cursed Shani Dev and granted relief to those affected by Shani Dosha..

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Nandi Avatar

Born to Sage Shilad, he became Shiv ji's eternal gatekeeper and vehicle. 

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Veerabhadr Avatar

Incarnated to avenge Sati Mata's death by destroying King Daksh's Yagy. 

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Bhairav Avatar

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

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Ashwatthama Avatar

Born to Dronacharya, a key warrior in the Mahabharat, symbolizing devotion and valor. 

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Sharabh Avatar

Appeared to pacify Lord Narasimha 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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Rishabh 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 incarnation 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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