The Maha Shivaratri guide to rituals and spiritual practices

Q: Dear Mr Mahesh Bang.

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Thank you for always providing us with essential information on important dates. As you know, one very auspicious date is coming up, that is Maha Shivaratri. Please tell us what is the most significant thing to do for this festival. SMA: Maha Shivaratri is a great night dedicated to Lord Shiva. This year Maha Shivaratri will be celebrated today, February 15. Astrologically and spiritually on this extremely powerful night, you can tap the cosmic energy very easily. It is important to connect with this divine Shiva-energy, so that we can harmonise with its vibrations which will energise the mind, foster positive thoughts and shower prosperity and spirituality within us.

Significance of Shivaratri:

Owing to a special planetary conjunction, spiritual practices done on this day are considered to be extremely auspicious and very beneficial. There is a reference to this in one of the Puranas, where Lord Shiva himself tells Parvati Devi (the Divine Mother) that this day is particularly dearest to him and those who fast, chant and perform rituals on this day pleases him the most.

Astrologically, you get a multitude of benefits on this day. On this day and night the planetary combination is so favourable enabling us to fulfilour righteous wishes rapidly. You can do Sadhana (prayers) with full devotion and empower your luck. However, whatever, your faith may be I encourage all to be more devoted to Allah, Jesus, Buddha, Waheguru as per your religion to get boundless astrological benefit.

Importance of Shivaratri for women: