Shaligram Idols (Murti)

The Shaligram is a sacred stone which is considered the dwelling place of Lord Vishnu, or rather it represents Lord Vishnu, the preserver and protector of the Universe. The stone is worshipped on a daily basis as Lord Vishnu and The Shaligram Idols and Murtis are crafted from natural Shaligram stone. The Shaligram is found in its natural form lying on the bed and banks of the Kali Gandaki River, Nepal. It is Black in colour with clear markings similar to the Sudarshan Chakra (Lord Vishnu's Discus weapon) which has lovely Golden streaks.

Scientifically the Shaligram is a Fossil and has existed for thousands of years. It is believed that no two Shaligram stones are the same. According to different Chakra marking the Shaligram stones have different names, like, Madhava Shaligram, Narayan Shaligram, etc. The Vishnu Shaligram stone is auspicious, super powerful, heals on mentally, physically, emotionally and spiritually and brings many blessings of Lord Vishnu. A remarkable example of Shaligram Murti is the Lord Venkateshwara or Tirupati Balaji Murti, which is made from a huge Shaligram stone.

The Shaligram Idols and Murtis are harbingers of positive vibrations, eliminates negative energies, protects the space and inmates, attracts prosperity, wealth, success, abundance, happiness, bestows good health, longevity and the blessings and attributes of the Deity of the idol. The Shaligram stone is worshipped by performing Abhishekham with Tulsi water and Panchamrit which is a mixture of Cow Milk, Curd, Sugar, Ghee, Honey. Keeping any Shaligram Murti at home or office in the Puja Altar and worshipping it every day by chanting Mantras of Lord Vishnu and the Deity of the Shaligram Statue, is meritorious and brings benevolent outcome. The Vishnu Shaligram ki Murti corrects Vastu Doshas and enhances the Vastu energies.

We, at Rudra Centre have a huge collection of natural Shaligram Idols and Murtis of different Deities, including various forms and Avatars of Lord Vishnu. Handcrafted meticulously from natural single piece Shaligram stone, each Shaligram Idol has detailed work which displays the Deity perfectly which are available in different sizes. The back of these Shaligram Murtis have the spiral marking of the Sudarshan Chakra. Each Shaligram Bhagwan ki Murti gives the double benefits of the Deity and the benevolence of Shaligram stone. We enlist some of the Shaligram Idols from our collection:

Narayan Shaligram Murti - The Shaligram idol depicts Lord Narayan, which is one among the many names of Lord Vishnu, standing with His lower right hand in Varada Mudra (granting of boons and desires). A beautiful smile is seen on His face, He holds the Shankh (Conch Shell) and Sudarshan Chakra (Discus) in His two upper arms. The Narayan Shaligram Murti blesses with all the attributes of Lord Vishnu and all-round happiness.

Laxmi Narayan Shaligram - The Laxmi Narayan Shaligram is placed on a lovely Silver coated Sea Shell and a Pure Silver Tulsi leaf is placed on top of the sacred stone. Lord Vishnu is worshipped with Tulsi leaf as it is His favourite. Keeping the meritorious Laxmi Narayan Shaligram brings auspicious energies, good fortune, grants wealth, prosperity, balances the Vastu energies with high frequency vibration, protection, material and worldly abundance and joy. The presence of the Tulsi leaf makes a powerful combination which removes financial miseries, fears and diseases replacing with positive energies and happiness.

Tirupati Balaji Shaligram Murti - Handcrafted skilfully and cleverly to fit the asymmetrical Shaligram stone by artistically carving leaves along the border of the Idol. Highly popular and reverently worshipped Lord Balaji is seen standing on Lotus and replicates the Lord Tirupati Balaji idol in the Lord Venkateshwara Temple in Tirupati. Worshipping the Tirupati Balaji Shaligram Murti fulfils wishes of the devotee, showers prosperity, wealth, abundance, brings spiritual growth, material success and much more.

Laxmi Narayan Shaligram Murti - Beautifully handcrafted from single Shaligram stone, it depicts Lord Narayan (Vishnu) and Goddess Laxmi seated on Lotus in Lalaitasana, both have their right hands raised in the blessing Mudra. This is a very auspicious and valuable Idol to worship and brings the blessings and attributes of Lord Vishnu and His consort Goddess Laxmi and fills the life of the devotee with positivity and abundance.

Jagannath Shaligram Murti - This Divine Shaligram Idol is crafted like the Lord Jagannath Idol in Puri. The Lord Jagannath form of Lord Vishnu is extremely powerful. Worshipping the Jagannath Shaligram Murti and its presence at home brings auspicious positive energies and bestows the dual benefits of the Vishnu Shaligram stone and Lord Jagannath's benevolent blessings.

Shaligram Meru Shree yantra - The Shree yantra is a potent Yantra by itself, a mystical instrument and is considered the dwelling place of all Gods and Goddesses. The 3D Shaligram Meru Shree yantras are perfectly hand crafted and available in different sizes. When installed at home or Workplace, the Shaligram Meru Shree yantra emanates high vibration energies, eliminating negative energies and replacing with positive ones. Worshipping the virtuous Shree yantra brings good luck, prosperity, wealth, good health, success in all ventures, spiritual progress, abundance and helps to manifest desires. Meditating on the Shaligram Meru Shree yantra helps to align with Lord Vishnu's energies and the energies of Goddess Tripura Sundari.

Shivaling Shaligram Murti - A superbly powerful Idol which gives the combined benefits and blessings of Lord Shiva and Vishnu. Worshipping the Shivalinga Shaligram Murti brings magical changes in life and provides invincible protection, material abundance, spiritual augmentation, peace, calm, all round wellbeing and helps to absolve all sins.

The Shaligram Murtis of Lord Vishnu Avatar which we offer are:
(i) Matsya Shaligram Murti - The Fish Avatar of Lord Vishnu. Well-crafted Matsya Avatar with details like the scales of the Matsya Avatar is also prominently visible.
(ii) Krishna Shaligram Murti - Lord Krishna and Vishnu is considered one and same and is very popular and widely worshipped. He bestows love, joy, happiness, peace and more to His devotees.
(iii) Lord Ram with Hanuman Shaligram Murti - One of the most revered of Lord Vishnu's Avatar, this Shaligram ji ki Murti depicts Lord Hanuman, His devout devotee, sitting at His Lotus feet.
(iv) Kurma Shaligram Murti - This is a rare depiction of the Tortoise Avatar of Lord Vishnu, with the Lord Kurma on Lotus, His upper half of the body is human and lower half Tortoise.
(v) Varaha Shaligram Murti - The Wild Boar Avatar of Lord Vishnu displays Him holding the Earth on His Tusks with ease.
(vi) Vamana Shaligram Murti - The Vamana Avatar of Lord Vishnu is a Brahmin, holding an Umbrella in one hand and Kamandal (pot) in the other, with His left foot raised slightly up, with which He pushed King Bali off the Earth to Netherworld (underground).
(vii) Hayagreeva Shaligram Murti - The Horse Avatar of Lord Vishnu is seen sitting in Padmasana. The Horse head is carved perfectly and so is the human body. It is said that Lord Hayagreeva was the Guru of Goddess Saraswati, the Goddess of knowledge, education and music. Lord Hayagreeva blesses with knowledge of all kinds, helps in education and enhances intelligence.
(viii) Narasimha Shaligram Murti - The Shaligram Idol depicts the highly protective Lord Narasimha, with His Lion Head and body of Human. He has a ferocious expression on His face and seen tearing apart the body of Hiranyakashyapu, who is lying on His lap. Installing the Narasimha Shaligram Idol ensures all round protection for the devotee and corrects Vastu Doshas or defects.
(ix) Yogapati Narasimha Shaligram Murti - This is a rare Idol which depicts Lord Narasimha in a meditative posture and not in His usual ferocious mode.
(x) Lord Parshuram Shaligram Murti - The Sixth Avatar of Lord Vishnu, Lord Parshuram is the aggressive warrior Sage Avatar of Lord Vishnu. This admirably handcrafted Shaligram idol depicts Him standing on Lotus holding an Axe in one hand and a Bow in the other. Installing the Parshuram Shaligram Murti protects the devotee from dangers, harm and diseases, provides courage, valour and more.
(xi) Balarama Shaligram Murti - Balaram is the brother of Lord Krishna, is depicted with a Plough resting on one shoulder and a Mace (Gada) in the other hand. He is the God of agriculture and is favourable especially for those involved in agriculture.
You may browse our website to see all the other Shaligram Idols in our collection of various Gods and Goddesses, like, Durga Maa Shaligram Murti, Ganesha Shaligram Murti, Vishnu Charan (Left feet) Shaligram Murti.

The Shaligram idols are handmade from single piece natural Shaligram stones. The stones are selected keeping in mind the size of the Shaligram ki Murti to be made. The craftsmen deftly carve the Deity Idol on the Shaligram on the face which does not have the spiral Sudarshan Chakra marking. Therefore, the Shaligram Idols we offer are carefully made to keep the Chakra marking intact while the Idol is made on the smooth face of the stone. As the Shaligram stones are asymmetrical in shape the craftsmen smartly carve it with decorative designs like Petal patterns etc., keeping the Idol as balanced as possible in the middle portion of the Vishnu Shaligram stone. The natural Black colour of the Shaligram makes the idols look exotic and Divine.

Installing the Shaligram Idols and Murtis at home or at office space and worshipping them bring many benevolent outcomes. The Shaligram Idols do not require any consecration before installing and worshipping as the stone is self manifest and pure. Some benefits of Shaligram Idols and Murtis are:

• The Shaligram Murti eliminate all negative and lower energies from the space, replacing it with positive vibration which radiates from the Shaligram stone.
• Brining home Shaligram ji ki Murti and sincerely worshipping it dissolves all sins and grants Moksha to the devotee. It is believed that worshipping the sacred Shaligram stone with pure intensions ensures a place at the Lotus feet of Lord Vishnu in Vaikunth.
• The presence of Shaligram Idol at home provides all round protection and removes obstacles from the path.
• Installing Vishnu Shaligram Murti helps to correct Vastu Doshas, balances the 5 elements of the space and elevates the vibration of the Vastu.
• Worshipping Shaligram Idol bestows immense blessings of Lord Vishnu and the Deity of the Idol brining double benefits.
• Shaligram ki Murti usher prosperity, wealth, success, good health, name, fame, harmonious relationships, love, joy, abundance and happiness.
• It aids in spiritual growth, bestows patience, tolerance, perseverance, guides to walk in the path of Dharma, which is an attribute of Lord Vishnu.
• Shaligram Bhagwan ki Murti fulfils the desires and dreams of the devotee.

Rudra Centre offers an extensive collection of Shaligram Idols and Murtis, deftly handcrafted from natural Shaligram stone. The beautiful Deity idols include Lord Vishnu's Avatars and other God and Goddess Idols carved with dexterity, keeping the natural spiral marking of the Shaligram stone intact on the back side of the Idol. The Shaligram Ki Murtis are popular among our clients all over the world as it brings positive auspicious energies and the blessings of Lord Vishnu and the Deity of the idol. The collection of Deities on Vishnu Shaligram stone we have are well thought of and our experience in the field of Spiritual products and research has inspired us to offer Shaligram Murtis which will give optimum benefits to you. You can browse our website and choose from the array of perfectly carved Shaligram Bhagwan ki Murtis and place your order online with us. We assure you of the best quality natural Shaligram idols in our collection. Buy Shaligram Idols and Murtis online with us at the best price in the market. Your order will be delivered to you safely and carefully packed within a few days at your doorstep.