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Saivites believe God transcends form, and devotees often worship Siva in the form of a [[lingam]], symbolizing all universe. God Siva is also revered in Saivism as the [[anthropomorphic]] manifestation of Siva [[Nataraja]].
Originated in India, Saivism has appeal all over India and is particularly strong in South India (especially, [[Tamil Nadu]]) and the island of Sri Lanka. Some traditions credit the spreading of Saivism into southern India by the great sage, [[Agastya]], who is said to brought Vedic traditions as well as the [[Tamil]] language.
There can be found almost innumerable Saivite temples and shrines, with many shrines accompanied as well by [[murtis]] dedicated to [[Ganesa]], Lord of the [[Gana]]s, followers of Siva, and son of [[Siva]] and [[Sakti]]. [[Benares]] is considered the holiest city of all Hindus and Saivites. A very revered Saivite temple is the ancient [[Chidambaram]], in South India. One of the most famous hymns to Siva in the [[Vedas]] is [[Shri Rudram]].
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