Daksh announces about inviting Mahadev to his Mahayagya to be organized after ten days. Rishi Bhrigu assures Maharishi Atri and Anusuya to take Daksh's invitation to Mahadev personally and ensure that he joins the Mahayagya. Nandi is distressed over Mahadev becoming an ascetic and meditating in the cremation grounds.
Narad Muni throws light over the reason behind Shiva choosing the life of a renounced. Nandi realizes Mahadev's reason of being desolated as he was separated from Sati. Nandi pleads to Narad Muni to tell him about the reunion of Lord Shiva and Devi Sati but, Narad cleverly answers to his query saying that Lord Vishnu, himself wants Mahadev to come out of his vairagya.
Revati gets hurt when Chandrama ignores her in front of everyone. Daksh hand overs the responsibility of Spring Festival on the shoulders of Chandrama. Mahadev outcries at Nandi when Nandi mentions about Narad's information. He ploys to call Lord Shiva to the earth, so that he could meet Sati. As planned, Narad, purposefully sings in a cacophonic voice causing the group of singers to lose their consciousness.
Sati, also gets disturbed listening to this hard voice. Seeing the poor condition of the singers, Narad pleads Mahadev to come. As Narad Muni calls for help, Mahadev appears before him. Mahadev sings a melodious raga to control the damage done by Narad Muni to the group of the singers. Sati is surprisingly mesmerized listening to this melodious raga. As if hypnotised by Shiva's song, Sati walks towards his direction.
Attracted completely to the rhythm of Mahadev's raga, Sati dances to the song. Seeing Sati standing before himself, Lord Shiva leaves. Sati is in shock, unable to understand her state of mind. Narad Muni is elated seeing his cacophony work well. Khyati and Aaditi impatiently await Sati's arrival pondering over the reason of her delay. Sati walks into the palace with the group of Raga and the Ragini's. The Raga and the Ragini's talk about the magic created by Mahadev's song in the jungle and Sati getting attracted towards it.
A furious Khyati erupts in anger accusing Sati for being callous towards her father's feelings and reputation. A hapless Sati bursts out accepting getting swayed away to the magical raga played by Lord Shiva. Being the daughter of a staunch Lord Vishnu Devotee, Sati dismisses Mahadev's thoughts from her mind ignoring Madanike's remarks.
Madanike senses the growing love in Sati's heart. Snubbing the proposal, Mahadev puts across his vistas for leading a contented life which does not need any Mahamandal meeting. But, later he agrees to grace the Mahayagya with his presence. Accepting Prajapati Daksh's invitation to the Mahamandal, Mahadev takes the accountability on himself of the outcome of Daksh's Mahasabha. An anxious Indra presages Shukracharya's contriving against the deities but, Daksh brushes aside Indra's fears saying that he is always ready for a war.
Madanike teases Sati pestering her to reveal the name of her love. Shukracharya, the leader of the asuras prepares to interpose the Mahamandal meeting. Corroborating immense faith in Lord Vishnu, Daksh assures to protect the Gods from the attack of the asuras. Commencing the third phase of the Mahamandal, Daksh instills his faith in Chandrama to handle the Spring Festival without any hitch.
Nandi is too distressed after Lord Shiva snapped at him for mentioning Sati's name and getting influenced by Narad's gossip. The spring festival embarks with a melodious and a colourful performance by Chandrama and Rohini. The preceptor of the demons, Shukracharya, ploys to attack the deities if the Mahamandal meeting goes against them. Vritrasur, the most powerful warrior of the demons will keep a watch on the spring festival.
Bewildered by her emotions, Sati sings the same raga sung by Mahadev in the jungle which dazes Chandrama and Madanike. Madanike warns Sati of the aftermath of falling in love with Shiva. Foreseeing the outcome of Sati and Mahadev's love, Madanike expresses her perturbed state asking Sati to watch out her feelings.
Aware of her father's detest towards Lord Shiva, Sati comforts Madanike assuring her to avoid any unlikable situation. On Kailash, Mahadev ascertains Shilaad to address his concern and would render Nandi to him. A grief-stricken Nandi pleads Mahadev to let him stay under his hermitage but, Mahadev stays impervious to his pleas.
A rueful Nandi leaves Kailash after Mahadev turns stone-hearted towards him. Broken-hearted with Mahadev's renouncement to his services, Nandi ceases taking any food. Sati gets astonished to see Madanike worshipping the shivaling. Calling Shiva, the protector of the sect overlooked by Daksh, Madanike admits being Shiva's follower. Madanike warns Sati of the misfortune lying in her path on which she has tread upon. A tearful Shilaad comes to Mahadev to inform about Nandi's pitiable condition.
A grief - stricken Nandi's heart is filled with surprise and happiness when Mahadev blesses him with the power to directly communicate the problems of Shiva's devotees when whispered in his ears to Mahadev.
Revati questions the basis of a woman's life and expresses her detest over a woman's dependency over men. Madanike tries avoiding Sati's visit to the Rangraj.
Prasuti tells Madnike to take care of Sati while going to Rangnath for the colours. Fearing an inauspicious condition, Madanike is scared to take Sati along with her.
Daksh decides to do tapasya before the mahamandal meeting. Sati informs Madanike that she is not interested in Mahadev. A saint describes about Vritrasur to the people. Seeing the storm, Prasuti orders a battalion in search of Sati. Madanike and Sati get separated due to the storm.
At the time of the conjunction of two seasons, Vritrasura, the most audacious fighter of the demons comes out of his penance and causes a heavy storm.
Madanike is petrified losing Sati and regrets taking her to the Rangaraj. But, the most magical moment arrives amidst the worst of the gusty weather when Mahadev, himself comes to protect Sati from Vritrasura. Mahadev's aura mesmerizes Sati. Rishi Dadhichi and the sculptor community are swept over by Lord Shiva's power. Trying to absorb himself in his eternal trance, the magical encounter with Sati lingers in Mahadev's mind. Shiva's would be consort, Sati, too is lost in the blissful meeting with Mahadev in the jungle.
Nandi, on the other hand decorates Kailash awaiting Devi Sati's arrival as Mahadev's wife. Daksh's daughters deck up for the next competition arranged by Madanike.
Eagerly wishing to meet Mahadev, Sati discovers the significance of the denotations behind her getting attracted towards Mahadev. Smeared with ash, draped in animal hide, sitting atop a rock in the shamshan and drinking bhang Mahadev's Prasad ,Mahadev is absorbed in his meditation amongst theAghori ascetics. Withdrawn from the complexities of life, Mahadev smirks at Nandi's question thinking about Sati, leaving behind the materialistic life for Kailash.
On the other hand, Sati falls for Mahadev and confesses her love before Madanike. Fearing the aftermaths of the Prajapati's daughter's love for Mahadev, Madanike snaps at Sati for the mistake she has committed.
Smitten by love for Mahadev, Sati expresses her helplessness over restraining her feelings. Still, warning Sati of Daksh's ire, Madanike agrees to stand by her side. Rishi Dadhichi prepares for a special place for Mahadev in the Mahamandal meeting while Parajapati Daksh appreciates Dadhichi's efforts.
Restless to meet Shiva again, Sati goes to Kailash. Turning stone-hearted towards Sati's feelings, Mahadev dispels Sati from Kailash. Furious seeing Sati's attraction towards him, Mahadev admonishes her love calling it a fortuity.
Broken-hearted with Mahadev's disdain, Sati returns back teary eyed, lost in her thoughts. Prasuti narrates the story of Shalimar and Tulsi's marriage to her daughters.
Assuming Shiva's support to be with the Gods, an infuriated Shukracharya prepares his army for the war. Undeterred by Mahadev's rejection, Sati ascertains Madanike about bringing the Mahayogi out of his Vairagya. True to his words given to Maharishi Dadhichi, Mahadev embarks his presense in the Mahamandal meeting. But, as soon he advances towards his seat, Daksh gets his seat demolished. Outraged with Daksh's ignominy towards Mahadev, Rishi Kashyap condemns Prajapati's regretful approach.
Apathetic towards Rishi Kashyap's complains, Daksh declares his detest towards Mahadev being a vairagi. Determined to punish anyone who surpasses the rules made by him, Daksh curses that Mahadev would not be worshipped anymore by anyone. Criticizing Mahadev of his ascetic principles, Daksh insults him saying that he has no place in his kingdom for someone who is an unorthodox hermit. Mahadev who represents the aspect of the Supreme Being is unaffected by the egoistic desires of the physical world or Daksh's crude behaviour.
Mahadev dismisses Daksh's definitions of an anarchist. Stating the rules made by Daksh the reason of the conflicts and disputes, Mahadev forgives Rishi Dadhichi who blames himself for Shiva's dishonour. Sati is in turmoil over choosing between her heart and her responsibilities of a daughter.
The Brahma Lok summons Daksh for his actions. Suggesting Sati to find a way to fulfil her desires along with her responsibilities, Madanike instigates a ray of hope in Sati. Filled with optimism, Sati decides to share her heart with her father unaware of the fateful consequences awaiting her. Feeling pity over Daksh's ignorant behaviour, Narad Muni questions Mahadev over his repeated denials to accept Devi Sati. Mahadev acknowledges about Sati being an inseparable part of his but since Sati, being born in a physical form cannot be accepted by him.
Sati, dismayed after receiving Daksh's letter speaks to Prasuti to sense her mind before sharing her heart with Prasuti. But, to Sati's disappointment, Prasuti praises Daksh's actions asking Sati never to let down her father's trust instilled in her.
Brahma condemns Daksh's actions against Mahadev, reminding him about Sati's destiny which has already been written. Snubbing at his father's suggestions, Daksh disdains the destiny, vowing to change it with his powers to keep Sati away from Shiva.
Fallen madly in love with Shiva, Sati sees him everywhere. Sati fears facing Mahadev's ire for her father's actions and demands for an answer for his restrained feelings towards her. Feeling guilty over his inconsiderate actions, Shukracharya apologizes to Mahadev.
But, questioning Mahadev's silence over his insult, a furious Shukracharya - regrets not punishing Daksh. Sati, seeking answers to her confused heart goes to Rishi Dadhichi who had instigated these unparalleled feelings inside her. Rishi Dadhichi asks Sati to touch the Shivaling in order to get rid of the conflicting thoughts over Mahadev. Sati is elated after touching the Shivaling and thanks Rishi Dadhichi for his guidance.
On her return, Madnike shields Sati from the ire of Prasuti by making excuses. Brahma requests Mahadev not to punish Sati for Daksh's mistake and accept Sati as she is, according to him, Devi Shakti. Sati is overjoyed and wants the world to know about her love for Shiva.
Prasuti overhears Madnike encouraging Sati's love towards Mahadev and taunts her. Sati decides not to stop the dance until lord Shiva appears. Mahadev could not resist himself from accompanying Sati in the dance.
However, Mahadev realises the situation and disappears from the place. Prajapati arrives and is shocked to see Sati dancing for Mahadev. Sati faints after drawing the image of Mahadev with colours on the floor.
Daksh is furious at Chandra Dev for giving permission to play Mahadev's tune. Prasuti blames Madnike for Sati's attraction towards Shiva. Daksh decides to punish Madnike for her deeds. In the meanwhile, Aditi informs Daksh about Sati's unconscious condition and also explains him about Rishi Kashyap's eagerness to meet him.
Naradmuni's try to indulge Mahadev in Sati's thoughts continues. Daksh and his family are shocked when Rish Kashyap informs them that Sati will not be able to cope up. Rishi Kashyap informs Daksh that Sati has gone to Yoga Nidra stage and none other than Mahadev's touch can wake her up. He also warns Daksh that if she is not touched by Mahadev by next day's sunset then Sati will go through Chir Yoga Nidra after which there exists no hope of her consciousness.
Daksh refuses to take the help of Shiva and announces to give half of his energy and kingdom to those who cure Sati. Rishi Kashyap travels to Kailash seeking Mahadev's help. Nandi warns of Pralay to happen, if at all they try to wake up Mahadev.
Here, Daksh's brother, Ashwin Kumar stands helpless as they could not wake up Sati. On insisted by Daksh, Navagrah, the nine planets try to cure Sati but in vain. Sati's health begins to get worse. As the time flows, Sati's body begins to radiate. Rishi Kashyap worries as he knows that the radiation is the sign of Sati, falling to Chir Yoga Nidra. Brahma Dev warns Daksh of losing his divine power and throne. But, an arrogant Daksh disobeys and gathers his entire power.
He is confident that after touching his power, Sati will be back from Yoga Nidra. Nandi is restless as he awaits Mahadev's wake up. In the meanwhile, Mahadev rouses from his Samadhi and wakes up Sati by touching her. Sati is pleasantly surprised to find Mahadev next to her.
Mahadev tells Sati that he has not yet accepted her love and was there only to perform his duty. Mahadev informs Sati that her father is even ready to sacrifice his Prajapati post for her ailment. Prasuti warns Sati of Shiva and asks her to control herself.
Prasuti asks Daksh not to sacrifice his post and calls it as Shiva's conspiracy. Madnike informs Sati about her departure but she asks Madnike not to leave her.
Prasuti blames Madnike of backstabbing the family. Daksh calls her shameless and tells her to get ready to face the punishment. Prajapati Daksh tells Madnike to leave the palace at once. Miraculously, Sati hands over the Shivaling to Madnike and pleads to Daksh to stop Madnike from going.
Sati's plea falls on deaf ear as both Daksh and Prasuti remain unmoved. Prasuti consoles Daksh, making it clear that it is just an attraction and promises him that Sati will confess it herself.
Chandrama compels Rohini to travel Chandra Lok with him which she agrees. Revati feels sad seeing Chandra and Rohini in each other's arms and makes it clear that she will never return to Chandra Lok. Prasuti lectures Sati to be truthful for leading a happy life and insists her to confess that she has come out of Mahadev's hallucinations in front of Prajapati.
With the intention of telling the truth, Sati confesses her love towards Mahadev to Daksh. An angry Daksh, creates a Daksh Rekha around Sati and tells her that neither she can cross it nor Shiva. A dejected Sati tries to burn herself by crossing the Daksh Rekha. Mahadev interrupts Sati and reminds of her duties towards her parents. After hearing to Mahadev's heart breaking words, Sati makes it clear that she won't stop loving him and sends him back telling that she will never call him for help.
Revati tells Prajapati Daksh that she does not wish to go to Chandralok. She informs Daksh that Chandrama has decided to call off their relationship.
Daksh instructs Chandrama to consider Revati as his wife and give her all the rights. On Chandrama's denial, Daksh decides to punish him. Chandrama's parents get worried after getting a bad signal. Narad continues to instigate Mahadev against Prajapati Daksh. Mahadev's anger increases. Mahadev decides to destroy Daksh. Nandi pleads Mahadev to calm down as his anger might affect Sati. Narada rushes to Lord Vishnu for the solution to calm Mahadev.
Vishnu and Brahma also could not stop Mahadev by worshipping him as Daksh has snatched worshipping rights of Mahadev. Sati comes to know about Chandrama's condition and calls Mahadev to save him. Chandrama's father yells at Daksh for being irresponsible towards nature. Lord Vishnu gets an idea to control Mahadev's anger. Vishnu tells Brahma and Narad that Daksh has cursed Mahadev but not Shakti who is Sati and by worshipping her, Mahadev's anger can be calmed down.
Vishnu insists Daksh to create a new planet, substituting Chandrama before his death. To create a new planet, Daksh removes the Rekha around Sati as she is the only one blessed with all the virtues required to bring soil from river Saraswati. Sati goes to a river side to collect some soil. Vishnu asks Narad to wait for Lakshmi's miracle. Meanwhile, Lakshmi, in disguise of Sati returns to the palace with the guards.
But, Sati gets worried to find her guards missing at the river side. Incidentally, she meets two Rishis who ask her to help for their Yagya. In the palace, Lakshmi, in disguise of Sati disappears and Prajapati Daksh unable to find Sati, scolds the guard. His anger grows stronger on seeing a lotus flower on the throne. On finding Sati helping the Sadhus in their Yagya, Narad gets elated and praises Vishnu and Lakshmi for their efforts and miracle.
Narad thanks Sati for liberating Shiva and calls her Shakti. Sati is surprised to know that the two Rishis were none other than Brahma and Vishnu. Sati along with Narad comes to Chandrama to save his life while Daksh is busy with creating another planet. Daksh's new planet collapses because of Chandrama's rebirth.
Vishnu and Brahma witness Mahadev wearing Chandrama over his head. Vishnu announces the day as Maha Shivratri. Daksh is angry at Sati's acts and decides to punish her death but Prasooti begs Daksh to forgive her. Sati is dejected because Mahadev ignored her and shares her sadness with Madanike.
Madanike consoles her and requests Mahadev to meet Sati. Mahadev meets Sati on the auspicious night of Maha Shivratri. Mahadev tells Sati that it is impossible for them to meet because she is the daughter of Prajapati Daksh. He takes Sati to the graveyard and tells her about the limitations of a human body.
Prajapati Daksh gets furious on seeing Sati with Shiva and plans to punish her to death. However, Mahadev's miracle saves Sati from the ire of her father. An angry Mahadev reminds Daksh of his duty and declares his death. An angry Mahadev points his Trishul at Prajapati Daksh, while Sati pleads before him for her father's life. Mahadev lets off Daksh's life with a warning that if he ever tries to harm Sati, no power in the universe would save him.
Sati holds herself responsible for hurting Daksh's feelings and seeks forgiveness from him. Anusuya hands over Nanda Vrath to Sati and insists to get Mahadev through her devotion. Anusuya also warns Sati that if the Vrath is interrupted in between then she will never get Mahadev. Brahma and Vishnu try consoling Mahadev to marry Sati for the well-being of the society. But, Mahadev is worried about the consequences and disagrees to pair with Sati. Prasuti is elated on seeing Sati and promises to fulfill her wish.
Prajapati Daksh tells Sati to take rest and asks Revati the reason for her presence. Revati shows Sati the Nandavrata story book which she was looking for.
Sati finds it hard to open the book and blames it on her fate. Sati is surprised to know that Daksh is planning her marriage. Prasuti tells Sati that she is very lucky to have a father like Daksh and asks her to agree to his plan. Daksh assures Sati that he will not arrange her marriage without her consent. Prasuti decides to force Sati for the marriage but Daksh stops her. As per the guidelines of Nandavrata book, Sati prepares a Shivling with clay.
Sati goes to a graveyard though women are restricted. Mahadev appears while Sati collects ash of a burning dead body and suggests her not to proceed with Nandavrata. Sati tries to stop him but Daksh is adamant about his decision. Sati pleads before Daksh to change his decision, while Daksh tells her not to feel guilty. He blesses Sati with all happiness and asks her to realize her dream. Prajapati asks Sati to bid them farewell with a smile. Sati is ready to agree to their condition.
Sati stops Daksh and Prasuti from Jal Samadhi. Daksh takes a promise from Sati that she has to marry as per his wish. Lakshmi is worried about Sati and asks Vishnu regarding her. Vishnu tells the story of Tarakasur who had meditated for years to get Mahadev's grace and obtained a boon from Mahadev. Vishnu tells Lakshmi that Mahadev has to marry Sati in order to end Tarakasur. Sati decides to stop the Nanda Vrat. Sati seeks Daksh's permission before she immerses the Shivaling into the river.
Tarakasur calls himself immortal and mocks at Narad Muni. He gets to know that Mahadev is going to sacrifice his Vairag.
Narad Muni instigates Tarakasur against Sati. Tarakasur calls one of his men and asks him to kill Sati as soon as possible. Sati informs Revati that she is no more related to Shiva, while Revati requests Sati not to immerse the Shivaling in water. Lakshmi is confused by Sati's behavior. Vishnu asks her to wait for the right time to get the answer. Narad Muni informs Mahadev about Tarakasur's vicious plan. Nandi is adamant to stop Sati from immersing the Shivaling.
Mahadev appears before Sati when he finds her in trouble. Mahadev kills the monster which had come to attack Sati. Sati tells Mahadev that she does not need his support. She tells Mahadev not to cross the line, while Nandi pleads before Mahadev to stop Sati from immersing the Shivaling. Nandi requests Sati to give up the idea of immersing the Shivaling.
However, Sati hands over the Shivaling to Nandi. Daksh proposes Sati's marriage. Prasuti suggests Revati to stay with Chandrama. Revati informs Prasuti about Sati's love towards Mahadev. Prasuti conveys the same to Daksh but he does not agree with her.
Sati throws the Rudraksh and orders the maids to close the windows to avoid the sight of Himalaya. Sati sarcastically tells Prasuti that she is happy. Prasuti sees the symbol of trishool on Sati's arm.
Prasuti complains to Daksh about Shiv's symbol on Sati's arm. An infuriated Daksh berates Sati and asks for explanation. He looks for a remedy. Maharshi Bhrugu suggests either to burn or peel off the skin. Kashyap goes in search of a medicine. Sati decides to burn the mark on her arm. Revati scorns at Rishi Kashyap for preparing medicines which could erase Mahadev's mark from Sati's arm.
Sati fails in her attempt to burn her arm in order to get rid of the mark. She requests Mahadev not to interfere in her life. Sati vouches to end her life if she finds Mahadev's interference again. Prasuti is pleasantly surprised to find the mark missing on Sati's arm. Raghu Rishi informs Prajapati Daksh that everyone has turned down Sati's marriage proposal.
Prasuti confronts Prajapati Daksh and asks him to see Brahma Dev and discuss the issue. Revati asks Sati to follow her heart, while Sati wishes to return Nandavrata book to Anusuya. Brahma holds Daksh responsible for the debacle. However, he promises to find a suitable match for Sati. Anusuya advises Revati that it is inauspicious to back out from Nandavrata and shares her concern for Sati. Anusuya asks Revati to take care of Sati. Angira Rishi agrees to accept Sati as his daughter-in -law under one condition that he desires Prajapati's post.
Mahadev miraculously saves Sati from Gantak. Tarakasur beheads Gantak for his failure to kill Sati. Prajapati Daksh blames Shiva for Sati's dismal condition. Sati finds a Rudraksh at her feet, while she blames herself for failing to realize her limitations. Prajapati Daksh informs Sati that Rishi Angira would come to see her. Brahma, Vishnu and Lakshmi request him to appear before Sati and stop her from marrying. Narad muni, Chandrama and Nandi request Mahadev to visit Sati, but in vain.
Prasuti forces Bhrugu Maharishi to take the responsibilities of Sati's marriage. She insists Daksh to reconsider Sadbhish as an appropriate groom for Sati. Asur Chakri suggests Tarakasur to kill Sati before the marriage. Revati tries to convince Sati, but Sati faints on the day of Sadbhish's visit. Looking at Sati's critical condition, a distressed Prasuti wants Rishi Kashyap to heal her. On gaining her consciousness, Sati conveys to Revati that she feels guilty for seeking the Almighty's grace.
Sati desires to go to Kailash. On the other hand, Mahadev gets furious to know about Sati's endurance of pain and he renders Tandav dance. Revati persuades Mahadev to get rid of Sati's pain. Mahadev assures of his soulful love for Sati. Prajapati Daksh is worried about Sati's health and seeks Rishi Kashyap's help to heal her. Daksh is anxious for Sati's marriage with Sadbhish.
Daksh comforts Prasuti when she panics on seeing Sati's ill-health. Revati gets depressed and prays to Mahadev for Sati's health before she gets married. Prasuti protests Daksh's decision of Sati's marriage. Prasuti abominates Daksh's selection of Sati's groom. Prasuti feels that it is a curse to marry Sati with an ugly Sadbhish. However, Daksh is of opinion that this will be bliss for Sati's marriage. Prasuti tries to persuade Sati to reject this proposal, but in vain.
Sati conveys Prasuti that she has to obey Daksh's order. Lord Brahma tells Daksh that Jata can make Sadbhish handsome. Prasuti decides to continue her protest until Sadbhish turns handsome.
Sadbhish's father is greedy for the Prajapati position. Lakshmi appears in front of Daksh as an old lady. Lakshmi asks Daksh to follow her bare foot leaving his men to visit Jata. Jata's servant instructs Daksh to bring water for his dal. Goddess Lakshmi warns Daksh that he cannot meet Jata without his servant's permission. Revati provokes Sati to run to Kailash Parvat for her love. Daksh tries to show his power to Jata's servant, but in vain.
Revati sprinkles water on Sati's burning sari. Meanwhile, Daksh meets Jata. Prajapati Daksh seeks Jata's help to transform Sadbhish into a handsome person. He aims to get Sati married to Sadbhish, however Sati has an immense love for Mahadev.
Sevakram interrupts Daksh not to take Jata's help, however Jata berates him and follows Daksh's decision. Jata promises Daksh of his cooperation.
Daksh is elated to inform Prasuti and Sati about the same. Prajapati Daksh welcomes Jata to his palace. Sati mesmerizes on listening to Jata's melodious rendition of Om Namo Narayana.
Prasuti cherishes on seeing Sati regaining her health. Jata agrees to revamp Sadbhish's personality on the condition that Sati stays with him until his work is finished.
However, Daksh and Prasuti oppose Jata's condition. Eventually, Jata gets furious and wants to leave Daksh Bhavan. Sati recalls the melodious rendition of Jata and realizes the power of Lord Vishnu. She thinks it is the Lord's blessing which miraculously healed her illness after listening to Jata's soothing voice. Meanwhile, Prasuti rebukes Jata for his arrogance, but Daksh persuades him to complete his work.
He says, though being an egoistic, Jata is an amazing sculptor. Sati meets Jata as per Daksh's advice and tells him to complete Daksh's assignment. Jata asks Sati to be happy and feel the serene environment around him, while he is engaged in sculpting an idol of Sadbhish.
Further, Sevakram listens to their conversation and wonders about Jata's opinion of Lord Shiva. He reveals that Jata is none other than Lord Shiva. Jata endeavors his best to complete the work of Daksh. Nevertheless, Sati is lost in the imagination of Lord Shiva and is against her marriage with Sadbhish. Prasuti disapproves Sati going alone with Jata in search of the stone. Thus, it stayed in his throat neither going up nor going down and Shiva remained unharmed.
As part of the therapy, doctors advised gods to keep Lord Shiva awake during the night. Thus, Gods kept a vigil in contemplation of Lord Shiva. To amuse Shiva and to keep him awake, the gods took turn performing various dances and playing music. As the day broke out, Lord Shiva, pleased with their devotion blessed them all.
Shivaratri is the celebration of this event by which Shiva saved the world. Since then, on this day and night - devotees fast, keep vigil, sing glories of Lord and meditate.
At last, Dhanvantari - the Divine Physician appeared with a pot of Amrita nectar of immortality in his skilful hands. Fierce fighting ensued between devas and asuras for the nectar. To protect the nectar from asuras, devas hid the pot of nectar at four places on the earth - Prayag Allahabad , Haridwar, Ujjain and Nasik.
At each of these places, a drop of the nectar spilled from the pot and since then, it is believed that these places acquired mystical power. Airavata headed the male, and Abhramu headed the female. Lord Indra used Airavata as his mount. Kaustubha-Mani and Padmaraga-mani, which were considered to be the most valuable jewel in the entire universe.
After that came the Parijat flower , the divine flower that never fades or wilt. It was taken to the Indraloka by the Devas. The Apsaras came after that, which was led by Rambha, Menaka, Punyasthala, and others. They were embellished with ornaments and lockets with sensual and attractive clothing. The Apsaras chose the Devas as their companions. Then, Lakshmi, the Goddess of fortune , appeared, who accepted Vishnu as her eternal consort.
The Asuras claimed Varuni or Sura, which came after Laxmi. Varuni or Sura is the Goddess and Creator of alcohol. The process went on for years and years, but the Amrit did not appear. So, they got tired and impatient when that happened.
But still, they continued, and then a strongly built man emerged with a jug filled with Amrita. He was Dhanvantari, an Avatar of Vishnu, who then went on to be the physician of the Devas and the God of Ayurvedic medicine.
When he arrived, the Asuras snatched the jug from Dhanvantari immediately. Then, there again was a struggle between Asuras and the Devas for the Amrit. This is why Kumbh Mela is held every 12 years in these places. The struggle continued. To end it, Vishnu took the form of the beautiful damsel Mohini who mesmerized the Asuras with her beauty and told the Asuras that she would distribute the Amrit among the gods and the demons in a fair manner.
The Asuras were so lost in the beauty of Mohini; they did not realize that they had been fooled. She was only distributing the Amrit to the Devas. When Rahu saw what was happening, he took the form of a Deva and sat among the Devas.
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