Where is Shiva | Mythological Story

Koosu, a little girl, 7 years of age used to live with his father Shivaswami in a village. Shivaswami was known for his devotion to Lord Shiva. Every morning, he would take with him a pot of milk as an offering to Shiva. In the evening, he would sing songs describing the greatness of Shiva.

“Shiva is everywhere. He dwells in our heart and he fills the whole universe,” he would say. His little daughter, Koosu, used to listen to the stories he narrated and joined him in singing the songs.

One day, Shivaswami had some work outside the village. He called Koosu and explained to her he would be away for a day. “Tomorrow morning, will you take milk to Shiva?” Koosu gladly agreed, and Shivaswami left on his journey.

The next day, Koosu got up early in the morning. She took a dip in the village pond, milked the cow, and left for the temple. There was no one in the temple. She walked inside announcing in a loud voice, “Look what I’ve brought for you, Shiva!”

Just then, a Sanyasi walked inside the temple. He was tired and hungry. He had not eaten for a long time. Overcome by hunger, he collapsed in front of the Shiva Linga. “Shiva!” cried Koosu as she ran to him. She sprinkled some water on his face. The Swami opened his eyes.

 “Are you hungry, Shiva?” asked Koosu with concern. “I’ve brought milk for you, Shiva,” she said.
The Swami was too weak to even lift the pot. Koosu herself fed him milk. Slowly, the Swami regained some strength. “I’ve a lot of work to do, Shiva,” said Koosu. “I have to run.” She bowed to the Shiva Linga in the temple and hurried home.

By the time, Koosu reached home, her father had already returned. He was surprised to see his daughter returning with an empty vessel. “Koosu, did you take milk to Shiva?” he asked.
“Yes, father,” said Koosu, showing him the empty vessel, “Shiva drank all the milk. See, not a drop left.”

Shivaswami was surprised — Shiva drinking milk! He could not believe it. He thought Koosu was lying. He was determined to find the truth. The next day, it was Shivaratri. He asked Koosu to take milk to Shiva once again. He followed her quietly to find out what she would do with the milk.

On the way, Koosu came across a hungry dog. The dog looked weak. It could hardly walk. It wagged its tail smelling the milk in Koosu’s hands. “Oh Shiva, you are hungry,” cried out Koosu. “See, what I have for you — milk!”
The dog lapped up all the milk. Koosu patted the poor animal with great love.

Shivaswami was stunned to see what his little daughter was doing. “I only talk that Shiva is present everywhere. My innocent daughter actually sees Shiva in everyone,” said Shivaswami to himself.

Moral:-

Dear Friends!!
"Kids are innocent but sometimes they teach us big lessons in life. God is everywhere and this means that God is in every human being and every animal on earth. If you want to feed God, feed someone who is hungry if you want to donate to God, give money to someone who can't afford to buy anything."

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