The Wedding of Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati
Ellora Caves,8th Century AD
Marriage of the two was critical for the the maintenance of the universe. For, while Lord Shiva represents pure intellect, Goddess Parvati , the material world. Mind and matter had to blend.
According to Shiv Puran, Lord Brahma performed the marriage, while Lord Vishnu (with Goddess Laxmi on the left side of the panel ) acted as Parvati's brother and carried out the marriage rituals. All the gods have gathered to witness this grand wedding. This is why we celebrate Shivratri.
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