The festival of Mahashivratri is one of the most important in the list of spiritual festivals of India. According to Shivpuran, on the night of Phalgun Krishna Chaturdashi, Adidev Lord Shiva appeared in the form of Jyotirlinga with the effect equal to crores of suns. This is the reason why it is celebrated as a great festival every year on the Chaturdashi date of Krishna Paksha of Phalgun month. Mahashivratri is that great night which has a close connection with Shiva element. This festival is an auspicious festival of the divine incarnation of Shiva. The night of his incarnation from formless to corporeal form is called Mahashivratri. Mahashivratri is that Maharatri which has a close connection with Shiva element. This festival is an auspicious festival of the divine incarnation of Shiva. The night of his incarnation from formless to corporeal form is called Mahashivratri.

When did Shivalinga appear?

It is described in Shivpuran that ‘Linga’, the symbol of formless form of Lord Shiva, appeared in Mahanisha of this holy date and was first worshiped by Brahma and Vishnu. According to this, the devotee who, on Shivratri, fasting day and night and worshiping Lord Shiva with all his power and strength without any hesitation, immediately gets the full results of worshiping Shiva throughout the year. This day is also a holy day for humans to seek the blessings of Lord Shiva. On this day, the person who worships Lord Bholenath, who gives ultimate success, is extremely fortunate. By worshiping and consecrating Shivalinga, one gets the results of the consecration of all the Gods and Goddesses at that very moment. Lord Shiva frees us from lust, anger, greed, attachment, Frees one from the vices like lust and other disorders and provides ultimate happiness, peace and prosperity.

Scientific reason for celebrating Maha Shiv Ratri?

On this night, the northern hemisphere of the planet is positioned in such a way that the energy within humans naturally moves upward. It is a day when nature helps man to reach his spiritual peak. Therefore we celebrate it like a festival, in this festival special care is taken that the natural flow of energies gets full opportunity to overflow. Shivratri means ‘important night of Lord Shiva’, Shiva means ‘welfare’. That is why it is also called auspicious night. It is believed that the marriage of Lord Shiva and Parvati took place on this day. So that people can get its full benefit, it has been said to stay awake on the night of Mahashivratri and sit in meditation posture by straightening the spine.

What does the marriage of Shiva and Parvati teach us?

Goddess Parvati did hard penance to get Lord Shiva. Bholenath said that they should marry a prince because it is not easy to live with an ascetic. Shiva finally melted in front of Parvati’s stubbornness and both of them got married. Marriage is an important symbol in our society, which forms a bond between two souls with each other. The marriage of Lord Shiva and Mother Parvati also honors this important bond, in which their divine and unique love story is hidden.

Lord Shiva is the god of renunciation and penance, while Mother Parvati is the goddess of love and perfection. The marriage of these two Gods gives an important message that the right path of life is achieved only through love and devotion to God. It is said that Mother Parvati pleased Lord Shiva with her utmost devotion and penance and made a place in his heart. took. Her devotion inspired Lord Shiva to marry her and remain with her forever in this world. In this story full of love and devotion, the marriage of Shiva and Parvati was organized, in which Devdev Mahadev married Parvati ji and bestowed his blessings. The story of Shiva Parvati marriage teaches us that there is meaning in love, and devotion to God. Only from this we can keep our life in mind. It is an important message that the relationship between two persons is built on love and dedication, and they become companions with each other at every turn of life. If we talk about religious significance, then on the night of Mahashivratri, Shiva and Mata Parvati It is considered to be the wedding night of. On this day, Shiva stepped from a life of renunciation to a householder’s life. This night was very special for Shiva and Mother Parvati. It is believed that the devotees who stay awake on this night and worship Shiva and his Shakti Mata Parvati, receive the special blessings of Shiva and Mother Parvati. There is a religious belief that Lord Shiva is also called the man of nature. Therefore, it is believed that on Mahashivratri, nature connects humans with God.

Difference between Shiv Ratri and Maha Shiv Ratri?

Shivratri is celebrated on Krishna Chaturdashi of every month. But Lord Shiva remains fully present on Phalgun Krishna Chaturdashi Shivratri, hence it is called Mahashivratri. It is believed that fasting on this special day is considered very auspicious and special, which brings blessings of Lord Shiva. Many young and unmarried girls also keep a fast during Shivratri, as it is believed that it helps them get a handsome, loving and caring husband like Lord Shiva.

Reason for celebrating Shiva Ratri according to astrologers?

According to astrologers, every month on the night of Amavasya, the Moon becomes completely weak. In such a situation, to protect the month from the ill effects of the waning date of Amavasya, Shivratri is celebrated the night before on Chaturdashi Tithi and Lord Shiva is worshipped. Similarly, just one month before the beginning of the Hindu New Year, Chaturdashi of Krishna Paksha of Phalgun month is worshiped as Mahashivratri so that the New Year can be saved from the ill effects of the decaying year. If you are observing complete fast then do not sleep during Shivratri. Stay awake throughout the night singing divine glories and chanting mantras of God.

Why did Shiva drink poison?

According to beliefs, on the day of Mahashivratri, Lord Shiva saved the entire creation from Halhal poison. According to devotees and religious texts, when the creation became free from poison, Lord Shiva performed a beautiful dance. Lord Shiva performed a beautiful dance in the midst of this poison. This dance was given great importance by the devotees and the people of Shiva. Started worshiping Lord Shiva every year on this day. This tradition started by Shiv Ganas is still known as Shivratri. Lord Shiva is worshipped. Lord Shiva is the lord of Trilok. He is the sustainer and destroyer of the entire creation. By worshiping Lord Shiva as per the rituals and observing fast, Lord Shiva definitely fulfills the wishes of his devotees.