9 Lessons on Love by Lord Shiva

Love demands sacrifice, as Shiva's giving up of attachments teaches.

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The eternal nature of Shiva is evidence that love endures.

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Shiva exemplifies the compassion of love as a destroyer as well as defender.

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Since Shiva is Ardhanarishvara, he represents harmony in interpersonal interactions.

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Love needs courage, as Shiva's violent features illustrate.

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Shiva's link to metamorphosis suggests that individuals are changed by love.

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The fervour of Shiva's followers represents profound affection.

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Shiva demonstrates the freedom of love by being detached from material possessions.

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Inner joy of love is reflected in Shiva's ecstasy during meditation.

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Inner joy of love is reflected in Shiva's ecstasy during meditation.

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