Shivaratri why

Rudra Puja brings positivity and purity to the environment and transforms negative emotions. Participating in the Puja and listening to the chants helps the mind slip into meditation effortlessly. The Shivalinga is a symbolic representation of the formless Shiva. These three aspects affect your mind and actions. Surrendering the three to the Divine brings peace and freedom.

Listen to the magnificent Rudram, chant Om Namah Shivaya and meditate at midnight with millions of people. By submitting this form, you agree to the Privacy Policy and certify that you are at least 18 years of age. National Website Menu. Home About Programs Blog Chants. Why do we celebrate Mahashivratri?

Here are a few: One is that Lord Shiva married Parvati on this day. So, it is a celebration of this sacred union.

Another is that when the Gods and demons churned the ocean together to obtain ambrosia that lay in its depths, a pot of poison emerged. Lord Shiva consumed this poison, saving both the Gods and mankind. To honor the savior of the world, Shivratri is celebrated.

One more legend is that as Goddess Ganga descended from heaven in full force, Lord Shiva caught her in his matted locks, and released her on to Earth as several streams.

This prevented destruction on Earth. As a tribute to Him, the Shivalinga is bathed on this auspicious night. Also, it is believed that the formless God Sadashiv appeared in the form of a Lingodhbhav Moorthi at midnight. Hence, people stay awake all night, offering prayers to the God.

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