puja date: 27th , Febrauary 2025

SHIVRATRI

Celebrate the night of divine power

Maha Shivratri, a major Hindu festival, is dedicated to Lord Shiva and celebrated annually on the 14th night of the lunar month of Phalguna. It’s a night of spiritual significance, where devotees observe a fast, perform special prayers (Maha Shivratri puja), and chant sacred hymns to seek Shiva’s blessings.

Key aspects of Maha Shivratri:

Date and Timing:

It falls on the 14th night of the waning moon in the Hindu month of Phalguna, which usually falls between mid-February and mid-March.

Significance:

Maha Shivratri commemorates several mythological events, including the divine marriage of Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati, and his cosmic dance (Tandava). It also signifies the triumph of consciousness over ignorance.

Observances:

Devotees fast, meditate, and chant hymns throughout the night, seeking blessings and spiritual renewal. Some observe a complete fast, while others may consume fruits, milk, and nuts.

Rituals:Common rituals include bathing the Shiva Linga (abhishekam), offering bilva leaves, and reciting the mantra “Om Namah Shivaya“.

Significance of the Night:The night of Maha Shivratri is believed to be a time of heightened spiritual energy, where the northern hemisphere of the planet is positioned in a way that naturally enhances one’s spiritual potential