Mahashivratri is a Hindu festival celebrated every year in honor of the deity Shiva. It is one of the most important festivals in India. Here are four things you need to know about Mahashivratri.
What is Mahashivratri ?
It is a Hindu festival celebrated on the night of the full moon in the month of Ashvin (April-May). It is a time to reflect on one’s life and to renew one’s commitment to spiritual practices. The festival is also a time to celebrate the arrival of spring and to honor the four Vedic deities of creation: Brahma, Vishnu, Shiva, and Parvati.
Why is Mahashivratri Important?
It is one of the most important festivals in India. It is a time to reflect on one’s life and to renew one’s commitment to spiritual practices. The festival is also a time to celebrate the arrival of spring and to honor the four Vedic deities of creation: Brahma, Vishnu, Shiva, and Parvati.
How is Mahashivratri Celebrated?
Unlike many other Hindi festivals, Maha Shivratri is a more solemn festival as it is marked by inner reflection and introspection. Devotees spend the day praying, meditating and observing strict all-day fasts. Some celebrate in the morning while others organize ‘jagrans’ in the evening.
What is the Significance of Mahashivratri?
Mahashivratri is a very important Hindu festival that celebrates the marriage of Shiva and Parvati. It is celebrated with great pomp and show in India.
Mahashivratri Puja Vidhi: How to do Shiva Puja
On the day of Mahashivratri, first of all, apply sandalwood paste in the Shivling and bathe the Shivling with Panchamrit.
- Light a lamp and some camphor.
- While worshipping, chant the mantra “Om Namah Shivaya”.
- Offer bilva leaves and flowers to Shiva.
- After worshiping Shiva, burn the fire of cow dung cakes and offer mixed offerings of sesame, rice and ghee.
- After the house, offer any whole fruit as a sacrifice.
- Generally people offer the sacrifice of dried coconut.
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