Masik Shivratri: Celebrating Lord Shiva Every Month In Hinduism
Lord Shiva is one of the most revered deities. He is known as the destroyer of evil and the god of transformation. Hindus across the world celebrate various festivals to honor Lord Shiva.
One such festival is Masik Shivratri, which is celebrated every month on the Krishna paksha , Chaturdashi tithi (fourteenth day) of the Hindu calendar. Masik Shivratri is a significant day for Lord Shiva's devotees.
On this day, they observe a fast and stay awake all night to offer prayers to Lord Shiva. The word "Shivratri" means "night of Lord Shiva," and Masik Shivratri is celebrated every month to commemorate Lord Shiva's marriage to Goddess Parvati. The observance of Masik Shivratri involves various rituals and customs. Devotees wake up early in the morning and take a holy bath. They then visit a nearby Shiva temple and offer prayers to the deity. Throughout the day, they observe a fast and abstain from consuming any food or water. In the evening, they perform a special puja and offer milk, flowers, and fruits to Lord Shiva. The significance of
Masik Shivratri lies in its ability to help devotees purify their mind, body, and soul. Fasting on this day is believed to help in cleansing the body of toxins, while staying awake all night is considered to be a way of purifying the mind and soul. It is also believed that praying to Lord Shiva on Masik Shivratri can help in overcoming obstacles and achieving success in life.
It is a day of fasting, prayer, and purification, and is believed to bring good fortune and success to devotees. As we celebrate Masik Shivratri, let us strive to imbibe the values of unity, harmony, and inclusivity in our lives, and work towards creating a world that is guided by love, peace, and compassion.
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