Maha Shivaratri is amongst the major and most prominent in India. On the blessed day of Maha Shivaratri, Hindus worship Lord Shiva. As per the Hindu calendar, it is purportedly celebrated annually on the fourteenth day of each lunar month, which corresponds to the day before the Full Moon. Moreover, many devotees celebrate this day as the marriage of Shiva and Parvati. Maha Shivaratri 2023 will occur in February as per the Gregorian calendar.
2023 Maha Shivaratri is on February 18, 2023. On this day, people worship Lord Shiva and conduct puja following the Muhurat. Early morning visitors to the temple include those who are fasting that day.
The Chaturdashi tithi will start at 08:02 PM on February 18 and end at 04:18 PM on February 19. The Nishitha Kaal puja timing is from 12:16 AM to 01:06 AM on February 19, 2023. The Shivratri Paran timings are from 06:57 AM to 03:33 PM on February 19, 2023.
Natives must remember to perform puja and needful rituals at the Nishita Kaal or once each of the prahars (Four prahars, each lasts for about 3 hours). However, you must fast for 12 hours at night.
First Prahar Puja Timing: 06:13 PM to 11:24 PM, February 18
Second Prahar Puja Timing: 11:24 PM to 12:35 AM, February 19
Third Prahar Puja Timing: 12:35 AM to 03:46 AM, February 19
Fourth Prahar Puja Timing: 03:46 AM to 06:56 AM, February 19
The Muhurat and the prahar timings differ in different parts of the country, and the position of the Moon in different locations.
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The history of the Shivratri festival resides in various myths and traditions in the Puranas. According to one legend, a pot filled with poison rose from the sea at Samudra Manthan. The Gods and demons fled to Lord Shiva for assistance, fearing it might destroy the entire planet. Shiva took the poison and held it in his throat rather than swallowing it to safeguard the planet from its harmful effects. As a result, his throat turns blue, earning him the name Neelakantha. Shivratri is remembered as the occasion when Shiva rescued the world.
Another well-known myth states that Shiva bestowed Goddess Paravati, a manifestation of Shakti and that he desired to wed her because of her devotion. The goddess maintained a fast for his well-being on a moonless night. An Indian woman still does this procedure today to pray for her spouse to live a long life. The anniversary of Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati commemorates this day.
Astrologers believe that on Chaturdashi, the Moon becomes afflicted. It becomes incapable of supplying the earth with energy. However, worshipping Lord Shiva on Shivaratri strengthens the Moon. Moreover, it provides joy, contentment, and success at work because it is closely related to one’s mood. The day is a once-a-year chance to find solutions to all of your life’s issues, including academics, wellness, commerce, and profession. The best action during this time is to fast and offer prayers for long life and good health.
Fortunately, doing Rudrabhishek puja and reciting mantras confer longevity and health blessings on a person, according to our Vedas. Without a doubt, it is feasible to avoid potential risks to your life by genuinely praying. Additionally, you can conduct Rudrabhishek Puja throughout the year for the health and longevity of you, your family, and yourself.
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We lose sight of our source of energy, that which drives us, in the everyday flurry of life. Shivaratri is an occasion that encourages us to reflect on and focus on Shiva, the source of all that is. It is the time to rejoice and honour Lord Shiva, to honour life, and to celebrate being.
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