Mahashivratri is one of the important festivals of Hindu Religion. As per the Hindu Mythology “The Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati” got married on this Holy night. Due to the tying of this spiritual bond between the two main Deities of Hinduism this day is celebrated and known as Mahashivratri.
There are 3 main deity of Hindu religion called “Trinity” or “Trimurti” and Shiva is one of the Supreme God in the Trinity, He is the one who creates, protects and transforms the universe. Shiva is the Destroyer and the Creator. Shiva is known as Rudra due to his fearful personality. Shiva is also known as Adiyogi Shiva.
There is a belief in Hindu Mythology that at the time of Samudra Manthan different type of secret jewels, fourteen gemstones and other mysterious things came out of the “Samudra” or “The Sea” in search of Amrit. Those were divided amongst the devas and asuras. Before “Amrit” a bowl full of most venomous Poison called “Halahal” was emerged from the sea. The poison was so dreadful that it could destroy the whole creation. But, in order to save the earth from that Venom, Lord Shiva drank that poison. Goddess Parvati Choked His throat to stop it from spreading in the body, though the poison was stopped from spreading but, venom left a blue mark on Shiva’s Neck and it gave Shiva a new name “Neelkanth”. This was one of the stories written in our Puranas. There are many other beliefs in Hinduism about Shiva and other deities.
Mahashivratri day is considered very auspicious for spiritual growth and meditation. On this day people worship Lord Shiva in a special Manner. In many temples Rudrabhishek and other holy rituals are performed to worship Lord Shiva. People present milk, curd and other things on Shiva ‘statue or Shivlinga. Bel Patra is very dear to Lord Shiva so it is also presented to Him in pujan. This Year Mahashivratri falls on 11th march 2021 and the most auspicious timing for pujan is from 12:06a.m to 12:55am. Although, this is the main timing of pujan but whole day pujan continues in all the temples. Hindu people keep fast today and sing holy songs, chants and do other spiritual things to celebrate the festival.
