The entire nature around us is believed to be various forms of Lord Shiva. One of these forms is Rudra. As per religious beliefs, two avatars of Rudra – Hanuman and Kal Bhairav are worshipped as troubleshooters of devotees. However, many people including Shiva devotees are not aware about the meaning of Rudra; his powers and role.
Rudra means someone who ends pain of all kinds. This is the reason why Shiva is also considered the God of removing all the troubles. In practical life, people with impure deeds are the ones who experience troubles and pains in life. The importance of worshipping Shiva plays an important role here as people who pray to the God, are able to think positive and keep away from anything wrong.
According to Shastras, there are 11 forms of Rudra Shiva that help devotees by relieving them from their troubles. These 11 forms are known as ‘Ekadash Rudra’.
1. Shambu - Nandeeshwar Incarnation of Bhagwan Shambu
1. The One who has created Brahma, Vishnu, Mahesh, deities, demons all the gods , I offer my salutations to worshipful Bhagwan Shambu
2. Pinaki - Birth of Shiva from Shuchimati’s womb in the form of Grahaspati
2. The one who rides the chariot of forgiveness coordinated by Bharmasutra and holds the four Vedas, I offer my worship to Bhagwan Pinaki
3. Girish - Durvasa Incarnation of Shiva
3. Let Bhagwan Girisha who sits on the middle of manimandapa on the highest peak of Kailash and is dear to Girija provide us with happiness
4. Sthanu - Shiva’s Pipplad Incarnation
4. The one who provides pleasure to Parvati who is seated on his left side, the One who is worshipped by all Gods, I offer my salutations to Bhagwan Sthanu
5. Bharg - Yatinath and Hansa Incarnations of Shivji
5. May the one whose head is adorned with moon and matted tresses, who has three eyes and is resplendent with the sacred ashes and drives the fear away, find abode in our heart forever
6. Sadashiv - Krishna Darshan manifestation of Lord Shivji
6. The one who creates all the world in the form of Brahma , sustains in the form of Vishnu and finally destroys them in Rudra, let that Bhagwan Sadashiv be my ultimate goal.
7. Shiva - Adhuteshwar form of Lord Shiva
7. The one who is expounded by Gayatri , has his abode in Onkar, I offer my salutations to such a Shiva who is the source of all well being and virtue.
8. Hara - Bhikshuvaryavtar form of Shivji
8. The one who adorns himself with snakes and before him all fall below. I offer my salutations to the Pinkapani Hara.
9. Sharva - Sureshwavatar form of Shiva
9. The one who is the killer of Tripura, the demolisher of Yama’s pride, carries a sword and has sharp teeth, may Bhagwan Sharva give us bliss.
10. Kapali - Guise of Kirat
10. The destroyer of Daksha Yagna and is endowed with lotus like angry face and is bearer of trident , may Bhagwan Kapali bless us with happiness day and night
11. Bhava - Shivji as Hanuman
11. The one whose feet are worshipped by yogindra and who is beyond contradictions, who provides shelter to his devotees and created the Vedas. I surrender myself unto Bhagwan Bhava!! 
On Namo Bhagwate Rudraya Namah ~ Shubh Somvaar!
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