craftslook Handmade Hindu God Idols | Original Parad Shivling Stone | Small Black Stone Shiva Lingam | Idols for Home Decor & Pooja 4 inch

Lord Shiva is one of the most powerful and important deities in the Hindu faith. Sometimes called Mahadeva or the Great God, shiv lingam is the Destroyer and Transformer and can take on many forms. In Hindu temples, an embodiment of Shiva is often placed prominently at the altar in a form or avatar known as lingam. It is customary to make offerings or puja to the avatar in order to worship the deity. Hindus often worship Shiva outside of the temple as well by placing Shiva Lingam statues in their homes or places of business. Soapstone Shiva lingam statue of the Hindu God is designed to be a simple, yet beautiful way to pay reverence to the god Shiva. Each Black Soapstone statue of the Hindu God Shiva Lingam Avatar is one of a kind, as it is handcrafted & hand polished for smooth touch. Stoneworkers from Agra in North India take the time to carve each one from the finest quality grey soapstone. Then, the shivling statue is polished to a deep black finish that brings out the beauty of the natural stone & also adds a smooth touch. Not just for those who believe in the Hindu faith, the Black Soapstone Shiva Lingam Idol is sometimes used as a home decor item. This stone carving lets you enjoy the handsome craftsmanship of an authentic Indian Hindu statuette and makes a great gift for any art lover. Treat yourself to the finest quality stone statuette to deepen your worship or to give as a gift for any occasion.