Who is Shesha Naga?
Also known as Sheshnag or Adishesh, Shesh is believed to be the ruler of all serpents. Whether he is 5-headed 7 headed or 1000-headed, it is believed that all the planets of the universe are situated in his head. Therefore, every time he moves the earth from one head to the other, it is alleged that it causes an earthquake. Sheshnag is believed to be the one who is responsible for the perception of the force of gravity and ensures that all the planets and stars revolve around each other.
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Lord Vishnu is usually depicted resting on Sheshnag. Vishal Nag is considered to be a worshiper or devotee of Lord Vishnu. He is believed to have appeared on earth in human forms or avatars such as Lakshmana, brother of Rama, an avatar of Lord Vishnu during Treta Yuga, and Balarama, a form of Lord Vishnu during Dwapara Yuga. According to the Mahabharata, his father was believed to be sage Kashyapa and his mother was Kadru.
The origin of the name
According to Sanskrit texts, 'shesha', especially those associated with mathematical calculations, suggests 'shesha' – that which remains when everything else ceases to exist. He is sometimes called 'Anant Shesha' which suggests 'Endless Shesha' or 'First Shesha'. It means infinite or infinite. This is because the rest have always existed even with the Pralaya (Great Flood), each of which had a Kalpa (Eon) and a Yuga (Yuga) in the past.
Origin of Sheshnag in Hindu scriptures
According to daily astrology, the Puranas, Sheshnag is believed to hold all the planets of the universe on his hood and constantly sings the praises of Lord Vishnu with all his mouth. According to the Bhagavata Purana, the rest is called 'Sankarshana' - the vengeful energy of Lord Narayana.
He is believed to reside deep within the inner layers of Patala, where he has many snakes with ornaments on his head and where Sankarshana is considered to be the ruler. It is believed that Sheshnag lived there even before the creation of the universe. When the universe is moving
towards its end, he creates 11 Rudras out of them so that a new Rudra can be created by destroying the universe.
Statue of sheshnag
Sheshnag is usually depicted as a submissive form floating in space or in the ocean of bliss, on which Lord Vishnu is resting at the feet of Lakshmi Devi, the goddess of wealth. Sometimes, he is represented as a fiveheaded / seven-headed / ten-headed snake.
The more common depiction is a snake with a thousand heads, or five thousand heads, or ten thousand heads, or fifty thousand heads, or a million heads, or even five million heads, or even a million heads. Huh. They are sometimes shown wearing an ornamental crown with each head.
Sheshnag is also depicted floating in the ocean of the changing world, where he is on the bed of Lord Vishnu.
Legends related to Sheshnag / Sheshnag Katha
According to the Mahabharata, Sheshnag was born to sage Kashyapa and his wife Kadru, one of the daughters of Daksha. As time passed, Kadru gave birth to a thousand snakes, of whom the rest were considered to be the oldest.
After his birth, Kadru gave birth to Vasuki, Airavata, and Takshaka in that order. Many of Shesha's siblings were spiteful in nature and used to harm others for their own amusement. Sage Kashyapa was also the
father of Garuda through Kadru's sister Vinata. Sesha's brothers were also cruel to Garuda.
Heartbroken and saddened by the despicable behavior of his brothers, Shesha decides to leave his family and practice harsh penance and meditation. He resided on Vayu and did penance at many places including Gandhamadan, Badrikashram, Pushkar, Gokarna, and the Himalayas. His dedication was so severe that his flesh,
The skin and muscles dry out and stick to their frames.
Since Lord Brahma was satisfied with his devotion and commitment, he appeared before Sheshnag and informed him that he could request any boon. The giant snake wanted a way to control his mind so that he could continue his penance for a long time. Lord Brahma willingly granted him the boon.
Thus, Sheshnag was referred to as the cosmic serpent in Hindu legends. In post-Vedic literature, he became famous as Vishwa Sarpa because he is believed to support the earth on his hood.
Significance of Shesh Nag
When it comes to depicting Kundalini's energy, the imagery of a snake is often used. The snake is considered a symbol of 'Kundalini Shakti' as it can raise its hood when needed and stand upright.
According to Hindus, there are seven main chakras in the human body. Kundalini Shakti resides in the Muladhara Chakra (Root Chakra) – which is located at the base of your spine. When the Kundalini Shakti becomes active and reaches the Sahasrar Chakra, then the person is awakened. Kundalini Shakti has to move so that it rises vertically and
travels through all the seven main chakras and reaches the Sahasrara Chakra (Crown Chakra) – which is located at the very top of your head. There is a unique similarity between Sheshnag, who is believed to be the king of nagas (serpents) and is believed to have 1000 heads, and the Sahasrara Chakra when fully opened and unfolded looks like a 1000-petalled lotus. depicted as flower colors. When a person is awakened he is seen as a king because he has control over his inner senses.
Interesting facts about Sheshnag
Sheshnag took four incarnations. During the Satya Yuga, he incarnated in his original form to become a seat for Lord Narasimha, who appeared to save his child worshiper Prahlad from his father Hiranyakashipu. During the Treta Yuga, he took birth as Lakshmana, the brother of Lord Rama (an incarnation of Lord Vishnu). During the Dwapara Yuga, Adisesha assumed the form of Balarama, the brother of Lord Krishna (an incarnation of Lord Vishnu). During Kaliyuga, he incarnated as Patanjali Maharshi and Ramanujacharya. This time Lord Vishnu was not with him. Instead, he appeared to spread devotion among the people.
The city of Thiruvananthapuram in the Indian state of Kerala is named after Adisesha. It suggests - the holy city of infinity'.
Conclusion:
Lord Vishnu is usually depicted resting on Sheshnag. Vishal Nag is considered to be a worshiper or devotee of Lord Vishnu. He is believed to have appeared on earth in human forms or avatars such as Lakshmana, brother of Rama, an avatar of Lord Vishnu during Treta Yuga, and Balarama, a form of Lord Vishnu during Dwapara Yuga. According to the Mahabharata, his father was believed to be sage Kashyapa and his mother was Kadru. If you have any queries then talk to the best astrologer.
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