Questions about Shiva Worship
I’ve practiced / studied the philosophy of Hinduism (particularly Saiva Siddhanta), but never really got into the ACTUAL worship..and I feel like I’ve done myself a great disservice. I know nothing about what is said during an Abishekam or why things are done. I know nothing about why we pass hands over the lamp during aarti. It makes me sad and makes me feel like I’ve cheated myself of years of experience. I fell in love with the philosophy, but have totally missed out on years of understanding tradition and a real, complete way of worshipping.
How can I fix this? Where can I learn the basics and understand (particularly about Saivism? I want to be a proud Hindu, one who understands and enjoys it all, not just someone who can “talk the talk”.
Thank you for any help.