Shalinindia Black Soapstone Statue of The Hindu God Shiva Lingam Avatar - 4 Inch Statuette for Puja - Perfect for Traveling Home Altars or General Home Décor

Shiva is one of the most powerful and important deities in the Hindu faith. Sometimes called Mahadeva or the Great God he is the Destroyer and Transformer and can take on many forms. In Hindu temples an embodiment of Shiva is often placed prominently at the altar in a form or avatar known as lingam. It is customary to make offerings or puja to the avatar in order to worship the deity. Hindus often worship Shiva outside of the temple as well by placing statues of the lingam avatar in their homes or places of business. The Black Soapstone Statue of the Hindu God Shiva Lingam Avatar is designed to be a simple yet beautiful way to pay reverence to the god Shiva and is made especially with traveling in mind. Fully handmade the Black Soapstone Statue of the Hindu God Shiva Lingam Avatar measures 4 inches by 4 inches by 2.25 inches in size and weighs only 515 grams. Because it is so lightweight it can easily be carried in luggage when you're traveling so that you can continue with worship when you are away from home. The compact size also makes the statue ideal for placing on a small altar in the home or for keeping on a desk at the office. Each Black Soapstone Statue of the Hindu God Shiva Lingam Avatar is one of a kind as it is fully handcrafted. Stoneworkers from Agra in North India take the time to carve each one from the finest quality gray soapstone. Then the statue is polished to a deep black finish that brings out the beauty of the natural stone. Not just for those who believe in the Hindu faith the Black Soapstone Statue of the Hindu God Shiva Lingam Avatar is sometimes used as a home decor item. This stone carving lets you enjoy the handsome craftsmanship of an authentic Indian Hindu statuette and makes a great gift for any art lover. Treat yourself to the finest quality stone statuette to deepen your worship or to give as a gift for any occasion.