In Hindu mythology, when the universe was created, the supreme energy (Brahman) manifested as Lord Brahma (The Creator), Lord Vishnu (The Preserver), and Lord Shiva (The Destroyer).
For a long time, Lord Brahma and Lord Vishnu worked in harmony, ensuring that the universe functioned well. But one day, an argument broke out between them.
🔥 The Great Argument Between Brahma & Vishnu
Lord Vishnu said, "I am the Preserver. I protect and maintain the universe, so I am more powerful than you!"
Lord Brahma scoffed, "If I hadn’t created the universe, what would you even have to protect?"
Their argument became intense, and the other gods grew worried. They rushed to Lord Shiva for help.
🌟 The Mysterious Pillar Appears
As Brahma and Vishnu glared at each other, suddenly, a gigantic pillar of light (Jyotirlinga) appeared in front of them. This pillar was so enormous that neither of them could see its beginning or end.
Surprised, Brahma and Vishnu decided to find its limits.
🦢 Brahma transformed into a swan and flew upwards to find the top.
🐗 Vishnu took the form of a boar and dug deep into the earth to find the bottom.
🏔️ Brahma's Lie & the Ketaki Flower’s Trick
Brahma flew higher and higher but never found the top. Suddenly, he saw a beautiful Ketaki flower drifting in the air.
"Where are you from?" Brahma asked.
The flower replied, "I was offered to this pillar in prayer long ago. The wind blew me down, but the pillar is so tall that I’m still falling after many years!"
Brahma had an idea. "If you lie and say I reached the top, I can prove I’m greater than Vishnu!"
The flower hesitated but agreed. Brahma took the Ketaki flower back to Lord Vishnu and claimed he had found the top.
Vishnu, who had tried but failed to reach the bottom, believed Brahma's words.
⚡ Lord Shiva’s Powerful Revelation
Suddenly, the pillar split open with a loud thunder! ⚡ Lord Shiva appeared from within. He looked at Brahma and said,
"You claim to have reached the top? That is a lie! This pillar is a form of me – the Shiva Linga. It has no beginning and no end!"
Shiva turned to both of them and said, "We are all part of the same divine energy – Brahma creates, Vishnu preserves, and I destroy when necessary. There is no competition. We must work together."
Both Brahma and Vishnu apologized. But Lord Shiva was not done.
🚫 Lord Shiva’s Curse
🔱 He turned to Brahma and said, "For your lie, I curse you – you will never be worshipped in temples like the other gods!"
🌸 He then addressed the Ketaki flower, "For supporting a lie, you will never be used in any religious rituals!"
Since then, Lord Brahma has very few temples in India, and Ketaki flowers are never offered in prayers.
📿 The Importance of the Shiva Linga
Lord Shiva remained in the form of the Shiva Linga, which became a symbol of divine energy and truth. Even today, devotees pray to Lord Shiva in this form, remembering his wisdom and justice.
🌿 Moral of the Story
✔️ Honesty always wins.
✔️ Everyone has an important role to play in life.
✔️ Lies and deception have consequences.
✔️ God is beyond competition and ego.
🙏 Har Har Mahadev! 🚩