Why Do We Celebrate Maha Shivratri? Lord Shiva Stories | Mythological Tales | Shiv Parvati Vivah
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Maha Shivaratri is a Hindu festival celebrated annually in honor of Lord Shiva. The word "Maha Shivaratri" translates to "the great night of Shiva" in Sanskrit. The festival usually falls on the 13th night and 14th day of the month of Phalguna in the Hindu calendar, which corresponds to February or March in the Gregorian calendar.
There are several legends and beliefs associated with Maha Shivaratri, and the significance of the festival varies across different regions of India. Here are a few reasons why Maha Shivaratri is celebrated:
Marriage of Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati: According to one legend, Maha Shivaratri marks the night when Lord Shiva performed the cosmic dance of creation, preservation, and destruction. It is also believed to be the night when Lord Shiva married Goddess Parvati.
The night of penance: Another legend suggests that Maha Shivaratri commemorates the night when Lord Shiva performed rigorous penance to save the world from the effects of a poison that emerged during the churning of the ocean (Samudra Manthan). Shiva's throat turned blue due to the poison, earning him the name "Neelakantha" (the one with a blue throat).
The Lingodbhava: There is a belief that on Maha Shivaratri, Lord Shiva manifested in the form of a Linga, a symbolic representation of the divine power. Devotees fast, meditate, and offer prayers to Lord Shiva during this time.
Spiritual significance: Maha Shivaratri is considered a time for self-reflection, spiritual growth, and inner transformation. Devotees engage in prayer, meditation, and visit Shiva temples to seek blessings for spiritual well-being.
Nightlong vigil and celebration: Devotees often observe a nightlong vigil on Maha Shivaratri, staying awake and participating in various rituals, singing hymns, and chanting prayers. It is believed that staying awake all night and being in devotion to Lord Shiva on this auspicious night brings blessings and spiritual merit.
Overall, Maha Shivaratri holds great significance for Hindus as a day dedicated to Lord Shiva, the destroyer and regenerator in the Holy Trinity (Trimurti) of Hinduism. It is a time for prayer, introspection, and seeking divine blessings.
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