Shiva Devotees Walk on Burning Embers: The Secret Behind the Fire Ordeal

• Shiva devotees perform Agnikundam (fire pit) ritual, walking on burning embers as a test of faith and purity.
• This ritual, often during Shivaratri or Karthika Masam, is believed to appease Lord Shiva and purify the mind by burning away ego and ignorance.
• Abhishekam with Bilva leaves, Vibhuti, milk, honey, curd, ghee, and Panchamrutam is performed for Shivling, considered very dear to Shiva.
• Recently, these rituals, including Rudrabhishekam and Agnikundam Pravesham, were grandly held in Chandapur village, Wanaparthy district.
• Devotees observe strict vows like sleeping on the ground and Ekabhuktam, believing it brings mental peace and spiritual growth through Shiva's grace.

Why It Matters: Shiva devotees undertake the Agnikundam ritual, walking on fire as a profound display of faith and spiritual purification.