The basic beliefs refer to the relation between individual, world, and some higher power - God. They also believe that Shiva created the world and innumerable souls which are many forms of Shiva. The 12th century devotees laid down this path and practiced it. That is merging of individual soul in the final state of perpetual Shiva consciousness. Veerashaivism uses eight aids to help followers to enter the inner spiritual world and to progress in the spiritual path.
Guru is the spiritual teacher and removes the darkness of ignorance.
Istalinga is not an idol, but an ideal, the absolute, given to a disciple by a guru. Jangama is a spiritual teacher who moves around to spread the word of God and guides followers. Padodaka, is the blessed water or grace received from guru, Istalinga, and jangama. Prasada, food consecrated by guru, is a devotee's reverence that all food and materials are offerings of God. Vibhuti is sacred ash applied on the forehead, indicating an aspirant's adherence to the spiritual way of life.