Gopada Shaligram Shila

The Gopada Shaligram Shila is a sacred and auspicious stone revered for its spiritual significance. The term "Gopada" means "cow's hoof," and this Shaligram bears a natural impression that resembles the hoof of a cow, symbolizing purity, divinity, and nourishment. In Hindu tradition, the cow is considered sacred, and its footprints are believed to bring blessings of prosperity, well-being, and positive energy. The Gopada mark on this Shaligram represents divine grace and a connection to the sacredness of the cow, an animal cherished for its nurturing qualities. 

The Gopada Shaligram symbolizes protection, sustenance, and the nurturing aspect of the divine. It is believed to be particularly auspicious for bringing peace, prosperity, and fulfillment to its worshippers. The distinct hoof-like mark on the Shila is regarded as a sign of Lord Krishna’s blessings, as he is often depicted as the protector of cows, signifying that worshipping this Shaligram will ensure protection, growth, and divine support. 

Worshipping the Gopada Shaligram Shila helps attract divine blessings and create a peaceful and prosperous environment in one's home or place of worship. 

Shaligram is the representation of Bhagwan Vishnu himself. It is collected from Gandaki Kali River in Nepal. Placing Shaligram at home bestows blessings in six realms of life which includes wealth, good health, worldly pleasures, spiritual progress, protection and righteous living. The worship of Shaligram focuses on six virtues of life which includes creation of wealth, good health, world and spiritual pleasures, spiritual progress, protection and righteous living. The regular worship includes an Abhishekam with pure water or Tulsi water and with Panchamrit (combination of five substances which includes cow milk, curd, sugar, ghee and honey).