Monday is the most auspicious day to worship Lord Shiva, but did you know that offering certain items can anger Bholenath instead of pleasing him?
AI/Social MediaTulsi is a form of Goddess Lakshmi, Lord Vishnu's wife, not to be offered to Shiva.
Sindoor represents marital life, while Shiva symbolizes detachment.
Avoid Ketaki, Kaner, Lotus, Champa, Kevada, Dupharika, Hibiscus, Malti, Jasmine, Kunda, Juhi.
Known as Shriphal, coconut is associated with Goddess Lakshmi.
Broken Rice is considered inauspicious in rituals.
Only white or yellow sandalwood is used for Shiva.
Said to originate from Lord Vishnu's dirt, til is not suitable for Shiva.
Linked to demon Shankhachud’s ashes, avoid conch water during Shiva puja.
A symbol of prosperity, turmeric lacks the cooling effect Shiva prefers.