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Happy Maha Shivaratri

Shiva is also referred to as Triambaka because of his third eye - the eye of vision. On Mahashivaratri, nature brings this possibility very close to us. While this is possible every day, on Shivratri nature makes it more available to us because the planetary positions are such that the energy, especially in the northern hemisphere, makes it very easy for a person to raise his/her energies upward.

May you be blessed enough to become a Triambaka on this auspicious day!

Happy Mahashivaratri!

History : Maha Shivaratri

             Maha Shivaratri is a Hindu festival celebrated annually in reverence of the god Shiva. It is the day Shiva was married to the goddess Parvati. The Maha Shivaratri festival, also popularly known as 'Shivaratri' (spelt as Sivaratri, Shivaratri, Sivarathri, and Shivarathri) or 'Great Night of Shiva', marks the convergence of Shiva and Shakti. Maha Shivaratri is celebrated on the Krishna Paksha Chaturdashi of Hindu calendar month Maagha as per Amavasya-ant month calculation. As per Poornima-ant month calculation, the day is Krishna Paksha Chaturdashi of Hindu calendar month Phalguna which falls in February or March as per the Gregorian calendar. Of the twelve Shivaratris in the year, the Maha Shivarathri is the most holy.

The festival is principally celebrated by offerings of Bael leaves to Shiva, all-day fasting and an all-night-vigil (jagaran). All through the day, devotees chant "Om Namah Shivaya", the sacred mantra of Shiva. Penances are performed in order to gain boons in the practice of Yoga and meditation, in order to reach life's highest good steadily and swiftly. On this day, the planetary positions in the Northern hemisphere act as potent catalysts to help a person raise his or her spiritual energy more easily. The benefits of powerful ancient Sanskrit mantras such as Maha Mrityunjaya Mantra increase greatly on this night.

Lord Shiva's favorite day

• The favourite day of lord shiva is Monday. In Monday Lord shiva is worship along with mother Parvati.  This is  the suitable Day to do various Puja(worship) of God shiva in home and temples. This day  is suitable to carry out any things related to lord shiva. We can do lord shiva special worship in monday and in other day we can do pooja normally which we do normally daily.

• God shiva most favourite leaves and flowers. 
• God shiva Mantra ,stotra,stuti.
• God shiva most favourite seed and Necklace (mala/rossary). 
• We must wear or can worship Rudraksha seed ,Rudraksh mala.

How to worship lord Shiva

1. Visit his temple on every Monday with a clean mind and body to pray.

2. Recite Maha Mrutunjay manthr for as many times as possible. This is the spell to overcome fatal diseases and untimely death.

3 . Apply a tilak of vibudhi or basm on the forehead during the temple visit.

4. Keep chanting lord as “Om Namah Shivaya” continuously in your route to temple and back.

5. Perform worship as abhisekam to shiva linga by bhasma, water

Offer bilwa leaves as they are considered the most favorite to lord shiva. Put them on shiv linga

6. Always worship lord Ganesha before praying to lord Shiva. He is supposed to remove any obstacles in the course of prayer and blessings thereon.

7. It will be a good sign to light a deepa or jyoti as it is prayer to lord shakti the other form of goddess parvathi the wife of lord shiva.

8. If possible offer jilledu flowers (Madar Tree, Gigantic-Swallow-Wort, Mudar, Aak) for shiva puja.

Both bilwa and jilledu are the ones which can be found in the nearby farms or forest. It is more auspicious to get from natural source than buying from a shop.

9. If possible visit any one of the jyotirlingams near your place if in India. Like Varanasi, srisailam, nashik, Ujjain etc.

10. If the prayer is on Monday carry some prasad to temple. If possible distribute to the people there.

How to worship lord Shiva at Home 

• 1. Do a regular prayer to shiva lingam at home during the early morning and also evenings everyday.

• 2. Wash the shiv linga and apply vibhuti or bhasm.

• 3. Light a deepa,  Incense sticks, also known as agarbathi can be light besides.

• 4. Recite “namah shiva” few times.

• 5. On Mondays especially offer milk or any sweet made with milk to the lord.

• Lord Shiva is one of the most sought after Hindu gods as witnessed by the number of temples in India. He is also said to have incarnated as lord hanuman during ramayan.

Marriage of Shiva and Shakti

The legend of marriage of Shiva and Shakti is one the most important legends related to the festival of Mahashivaratri. The story tells us how Lord Shiva got married a second time to Shakti, his divine consort. According to legend of Shiva and Shakti, the day Lord Shiva got married to Parvati is celebrated as Shivaratri - the Night of Lord Shiva

The Legend

Legend goes that once Lord Shiva and his wife Sati or Shakti were returning from sage Agastya’s ashram after listening to Ram Katha or story of Ram. On their way through a forest, Shiva saw Lord Rama searching for his wife Sita who had been kidnapped by Ravana, the King of Lanka. Lord Shiva bowed his head in reverence to Lord Rama. Sati was surprised by Lord Shiva’s behavior and inquired why he was paying obeisance to a mere mortal. Shiva informed Sati that Rama was an incarnation of Lord Vishnu. Sati, however, was not satisfied with the reply and Lord asked her to go and verify the truth for herself.

Using her power to change forms, Sati took the form of Sita appeared before Rama. Lord Rama immediately recognized the true identity of the Goddess and asked, "Devi, why are you alone, where′s Shiva?" At this, Sati realized the truth about Lord Ram. But, Sita was like a mother to Lord Shiva and since Sati took the form of Sita her status had changed. From that time, Shiva detached himself from her as a wife. Sati was sad with the change of attitude of Lord Shiva but she stayed on at Mount Kailash, the abode of Lord Shiva.

Later, Sati’s father Daksha organised a yagna, but did not invite Sati or Shiva as he had an altercation with Shiva in the court of Brahma. But, Sati who wanted to attend the Yagna, went even though Lord Shiva did not appreciate the idea. To hre great anguish, Daksha ignored her presence and did not even offer Prasad for Shiva. Sati felt humiliated and was struck with profound grief. She jumped into the yagna fire and immolated herself.

Lord Shiva became extremely furious when he heard the news of Sati’s immolation. Carrying the body of Sati, Shiva began to perform Rudra Tandava or the dance of destruction and wiped out the kingdom of Daksha. Everybody was terrified as Shiva’s Tandava had the power to destroy the entire universe. In order to calm Lord Shiva, Vishnu severed Sati′s body into 12 pieces and threw them on earth. It is said that wherever the pieces of Shakti’s body fell, there emerged a Shakti Peetha, including the Kamaroopa Kamakhya in Assam and the Vindhyavasini in UP.

Lord Siva was now alone undertook rigorous penance and retired to the Himalayas. Sati took a re-birth as Parvati in the family of God Himalaya. She performed penance to break Shiva’s meditation and win his attention. It is said that Parvati, who found it hard to break Shiva’s meditation seeked help of Kamadeva - the God of Love and Passion. Kaamadeva asked Parvati to dance in front of Shiva. When Parvati danced, Kaamadeva shot his arrow of passion at Shiva breaking his penance. Shiva became extremely infuriated and opening his third eye that reduced Kaamadeva to ashes. It was only after Kamadeva’s wife Rati’s pleading that Lord Shiva agreed to revive Kaamadeva.

Later, Parvati undertook severe penance to win over Shiva. Through her devotion and persuasion by sages devas, Parvati, also known as Uma, was finally able to lure Shiva into marriage and away from asceticism. Their marriage was solemnized a day before Amavasya in the month of Phalgun. This day of union of God Shiva and Parvati is celebrated as Mahashivratri every year.

Shivaratri Wishes Images and Messages

"Om Namah Shivaya"

Let's spend the night of Shivratri by chanting the name of Lord Shiva and seek His divine blessings!
Happy Maha Shivratri

Sara Jahan Hai Jiski Sharan Me,
Naman Hai Us Shiv Ke Charan Me,
Bane Us Shiv Ke Charano Ki Dhool,
Aao Mil Kar Chadhaye Hum Shraddha Ke Phool.
"HAPPY SHIVRATRI".

Shivratri Ke Is Pawan Parv Par, Safalta Ka Damru Sada, Aapke Upar Bajta Rehe. Happy Maha Shivratri 2015!!

Jai Ho Bhole Jai Ho Bhandhari Shiv Ki Leela Hai Nayaari Teri Mohini Moorat Baba Lagti Hai Sabko Pyari Pyari Happy Shivratri To All!

Shiv ka bani rahe aap per chaya

Palat de jo apki kismat ki kaya

Mile aapko wo sab is apni zindagi mein

Jo kabhi kisi ne bhi na paya

Happy Mahashivratri

Shiv ka bani rahe aap per chaya

Palat de jo apki kismat ki kaya

Mile aapko wo sab is apni zindagi mein

Jo kabhi kisi ne bhi na paya

Happy Mahashivratri

Jta se nikle gangadhar

Haatho me liye Damru

Shrishti k jo hain palanhar

Aaj hai Shiv ji ka tyohaar

Shiv ki shakti,shiv ki bhakti, Khushi ki bahar mile, Shivratri ke pavan avsar Par aapko zindgi ki ek nayi Achhi shuruaat mile. Happy Shivratri

On the auspicious occasion of Maha Shivratri – the night of Shiva worship, let’s savour ‘Thandai’ (made from cannabis, almonds, and milk) and sing songs in praise of the Lord Shiva and dance to the rhythm of the drums.
Happy Mahashivaratri!

May Lord Shiva who is also known as Mahadev, Mahesh, Maheshwar, Shankar, Shambhu, Rudra, Har, Trilochan, Devendra and Trilokinath bless you at all times!
Happy Mahashivaratri!

Mahashivaratri marks the night when Lord Shiva performed the ‘Tandava’ and it is also believed that Lord Shiva was married to Parvati.
Let’s celebrate this auspicious day with special prayers to Lord Shiva and offer water, milk, yogurt, honey and bel leaves to have a successful life.
Happy Mahashivaratri!

Aayi Hai Shiv Ji Ki Ratri,

Karenge Shiv Ji Ka Jaap,

Karnge Kamna Samridhi Ki,

Mit Jaynge Saare Paap.

Happy Mahashivratri!

“Om Namah Shivaya”

Let’s spend the night of Shivaratri by chanting the name of Lord Shiva and seek His divine blessings!

Happy Maha Shivratri!

Pi Ke Bhaang Jamaa Lo Rang;
Jindgi Bite Khushiyon Ke Sang;
Lekar Naam Shiv Bhole Ka;
Dil Men Bhar Lo Shivraatri Ki Umaang;
Shubh Maha Shivratri!

Shiv Ki Mahima Aparampar;
Shiv Karte Sabka Udhar;
Unki Kripa Aap Par Sada Bani Rahe;
Aur Bhole Shankar Aapke Jivan Me Khushi Hi Khushi Bhar De.
Happy Maha Shivratri!

Sara Jahan Hai Jiski Sharan Mein,

Naman Hai Ush Shiv Ke Charan Mein,

Bane Ush Shiv Ke Charano Ki Dhool,

Aao Mil Kar Chadhaye Hum Shraddha Ke Phool.

Happy Maha Shivratri!

Shiv Ki Jyoti Se Prakash Badhta Hai,
Jo Bhi Jaata Hai Bholey Ke Dwaar,
Kuch Na Kuch Usse Zarror Milta Hai!
Happy Maha Shivratri!

Shivratri is a platonic festival for Shivbhagats. 

It is the most memorable day in my life. 

I too have faith on Lord Shiva. 

When I am in trouble I always remember my God Shiva and my troubles goes away. 

This day is best to meet lord Shiva.

We wish you all a very Happy Shivratri.
May Lord Shiva and Mata Parvati shower their blessings to everyone.
May this festival be a purposeful one to everybody.

Shiv ki mahima aparampar!
Shiv karte sabka udhar,
Unki kripa aap par sada bani rahe,
aur bhole shankar aapke jivan me
khushi hi khushi bhar de.
OM NAMAH SHIVAY 

om me hi astha
om me hi vishwas
om me hi shakti
om me hi sara sansar
om se hoti hai achchhe din ki suruwaat
bolo om namha shivay
HAPPY SIVRATRI
JAY BHOLENATH. 

May Lord Shiva answers all your prayers! Have a blessed Mahashivratri! Om Namah Shivaya!

Shiv Ki Bani Rahe Aap Par Chaya, Palat De Jo Aapki Kismat Ki Kaya, Mile Aapko Wo Sab Apni Is Zindagi Mein, Jo Kabhi Kisi Ne Bhi Nahi Paya! Happy Mahashivratri

Shiv Ki Shakti, Shiv Ki Bhakti, Khushi Ki Bahar Mile, Shivratri Ke Paavan Avsar Par Aapko Zindagi Ki Ek Nayi Shuruaat Mile! Happy Maha Shivratri!

Om Mein Hi Aastha, Om Mein Hi Vishwas; Om Mein Hi Shakti, Om Mein Hi Sansar; Om Se Hi Hoti Hai Achhe Din Ki Shuruaat. Bolo - Om Namha Shivay! Happy Shivratri! Jai Bholenath!

What is 'Bhaang' (Cannabis) called in English? . .. ... "Shiva's Regal"! Har Har Mahadev! Happy Maha Shivratri!

May Lord Shiva who is also known as Mahadev, Mahesh, Maheshwar, Shankar, Shambhu, Rudra, Har, Trilochan, Devendra and Trilokinath bless you at all times! Happy Mahashivaratri!

Aayi Hai Shiv Ji Ki Ratri, Karenge Shiv Ji Ka Jaap, Karnge Kamna Samridhi Ki, Mit Jaynge Saare Paap. Happy Mahashivratri!

Om Nama Shivay
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SHIVRATRI
KI HARDIK
SUBHKAMANAYE.

Lord Shiva Is A Great God
Always Ready To Help
The Needy Only Lord Shiva Have
The Capability To Change Our
Fate I Love U Mahadev May
God Lord Shiva Bless All Shiv Bhakts.

Shivratri blessings to you and your family.
May the almighty Lord Shiva bless you all 
with good things and perfect health.

May da blessings of Lord Shiva b with u....
Sending U My Warm Wishes on.
MAHASHIVARATRI.

Jai Shiv Onkara Har Shiv Onkara.
Brahma Vishnu Sadashiv Arddhagni Dhara.
Om Hara Hara Mahaadevaa...
May da blessings of Lord Shiva....
Always b with u....!

Jo Bole Om Namah Shivaya
Sb Kasthon sy Nivaran paye
Happy Mahashivratri 2010

Sacche Dil Sy Jo Shiv Ko Pukr
Khali Haath Woh Kahin Na Javy
1-2-3-4 Shivji ki jai jai kar

Happy Shivaratri 2 all. Bhagwan Bholenath,
I pray 2 u 4 all da people in dis world.
Plz give every1 happiness, peace & lots of smiles. 
Dis is my prayer 4 2day.
Om Namah Shivaaye!

Shivaratri mnz auspicious darkness.
Devotees mst spend da night of Shivaratri
by chanting with full sincerity da name of
Lord Shiva & ck His divine blessings.

SHIV ki jyoti se noor milta hai
sbky dilon ko surur milta hai
jo bhi jaata hai BHOLEY ke dwaar
kuch na kuch zarror milta hai
JAI BABA AMARNATH

शिव की शक्ति, शिव की भक्ति, ख़ुशी की बहार मिले, शिवरात्रि के पावन अवसर पर आपको ज़िन्दगी की एक नई अच्छी शुरुवात मिले!

शिवरात्रि की हार्दिक शुभकामनायें!

On this pious occasion of Mahashivratri,

many many greetings to all of you.

May Lord Shiva shower on you his blessings

with happiness, prosperity & peace.

Happy Maha Shivratri 

Shiv ka bani rahe aap per chaya

Palat de jo apki kismat ki kaya

Mile aapko wo sab is apni zindagi mein

Jo kabhi kisi ne bhi na paya

Happy Mahashivratri

Bhole baba ka aashirwad mile aapko

Unki dua ka parsad mile aapko

Aap kare apni zindagi mein itni tarakki

Har kisi ka pyar mile aapko

Jai Bhole Shiv Shankar Baba Ki

Happy Maha Shivratri

Bhole ki leela mein mujhe doob jane do

Shiv ke charno mein shish jhukane do

Aaj hai shivratri mere bhole baba ka din

Aaj ke din mujhe bhole ke geet gane do

Happy Shivratri

May Lord Shiva who is also known as Mahadev, Mahesh, Maheshwar, Shankar, Shambhu, Rudra, Har, Trilochan, Devendra and Trilokinath bless you at all times! Happy Mahashivaratri!

Shivratri blessings to you and your family. 

May the almighty Lord Shiva bless you all with good things 

and perfect health!

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