Linganga Samarasya
(लिंगांग सामरस्य)Literal Meaning
The harmony of Linga and body-soul
Etymology & Sanskrit Root
'Linga' (Shiva), 'anga' (individual soul-body), and 'samarasya' (blending); the central doctrine of Lingayat philosophy describing the complete fusion between Shiva and the individual's soul-body.
Spiritual Insight & Context
This doctrine is the ultimate goal of the shatsthala, explaining why the Ishtalinga is not merely symbolic but a daily practice-tool for approaching that complete fusion.