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Lord Shiva is the Supreme Hindu God who has different names. As Tripurari is a well-known name, many may not be aware of its importance. Are you curious to know why Lord Shiva is called Tripurari? Let us dive deep into the details to understand the entire story.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

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Triputanka Shiva\/Tripurari Meaning<\/span><\/strong><\/span>

In Hindu Mythology, Tripurari is the name of Lord Shiva, a.k.a. Lord Triputanka Shiva. This name means the enemy of Tripura, Mahadev. This also means the one who destroyed three flying cities.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\r\n

Tripurasura was a demon and Lord Shiva’s enemy. Lord Shiva destroyed his three cities and killed Tripurasura. According to Hindu society, this name impacts a person’s personality.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

The Legend Behind Tripurari<\/span><\/strong><\/h2>\r\n

According to Hindu Mythology, the three evil demons, Vidyunmali, Tarakasha, and Kamalaksha, were the demon children who worshipped Lord Brahma to receive boons. They worshipped him with all their hearts, which pleased the Lord.<\/span>

As Lord Brahma gifted demons three flying immortal cities, Tripurasura got the blessing of immortality. The people who resided in them had the power of immortality. Unfortunately, a negative aspect was related to those cities.\u00a0<\/span><\/b><\/p>\r\n

Why did Lord Tripurari Mahadev Kill Tripurasur?<\/span><\/strong><\/h3>\r\n

Lord Brahma said, If anybody could hit the cities with his arrow, the power and the demons in those would vanish. The sages became sacred as the demons continued to harm the people through their evil practices, for which Lord Shiva was offered prayers.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

Lord Tripurari Mahadev Mahadeva killed the demons and the cities with his bow and arrow by listening to their prayers. This is why Lord Shiva is called Tripurari.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

Also Read: The Ultimate Power & The God Of Gods: Lord Shiva<\/a><\/span><\/b><\/span><\/h2>\r\n

Tripurari Festival And Celebrations<\/span><\/strong><\/h2>\r\n

There are many festivals and celebrations of Lord Tripurari, which devotees worship worldwide.<\/span>
Some known festivals of this day are the Bhai Dooj, Hanuman Jayanti, Govardhan Puja, Dev Diwali, Tulsi Marriage, and Bhishma Panchak. The Jains consider this month holy and visit pilgrimage centres. The Odia people celebrate the festival as Boita Bandana.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\r\n

Tripurari Purnima: Importance and Beliefs<\/span><\/strong><\/h3>\r\n

After Shiva killed the Asuras, Lord Vishnu named him Tripurari, which occurred on Kartik Purnima, a.k.a. Tripurari Purnima. People celebrate Dev Diwali in this month. <\/span>On this beautiful day, people light lamps to bring salvation to their ancestors and perform other festival rituals.<\/span>

Did you know that Lord Shiva took the form of a Matsya (fish) on this great day? Devotees from all over the world bathe in Ganga, especially in Varanasi, to receive Mahadev’s blessings, which is why Lord Shiva is called Tripurari.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

Other Festivals Celebrated in Tripurari Purnima<\/span><\/strong><\/h3>\r\n

1. Bhai Dooj<\/span><\/strong>

Bhai Dooj is a lovely festival celebrated by Hindus worldwide in the month of Kartik. We celebrate this festival with our siblings and share presents. Rituals follow this festival, and sisters fast and pray for a longer and healthier life for their brothers.<\/span>

2. Govardhan Puja<\/span><\/strong>

The Vraj devotees celebrate this puja in the month of Kartik and offer food like rice, curries, and vegetables to Lord Krishna. The story behind this festival is about Lord Krishna, who saved the villagers by lifting the mountain from Indradev (the God of Rain).<\/span>

3. Hanuman Jayanti<\/span><\/strong>

Hanuman Jayanti is celebrated twice a year, in the Chaitra and Kartik months and in Chaturdashi during the Kartik month. Devotees offer worship for Lord Hanuman’s selfless duties, loyalty, and courage. They recite hymns and perform rituals to him.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

4. Tulsi Marriage<\/span><\/strong>

According to Hindu Mythology, Tulsi is said to be the incarnation of Mother Goddess Lakshmi, which is why Lord Shiva is called Tripurari.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

5. Bhishma Panchak<\/span><\/strong>

During this month, devotees fast for their children\u2019s good health. And on the same day, we will also celebrate Vaikuntha Chaturdashi.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

Tripurari Purnima: Puja Rituals<\/span><\/strong><\/h3>\r\n