MahaShivratri 2025 : Know the Shiva Worship Method and Fasting Benefits

MahaShivratri is one of the most significant festivals in India. It is observed on the 14th day of the dark fortnight in the month of Phalguna (February or March). In 2025, this grand festival will be celebrated on February 26. According to the Shiv Puran, this is the most auspicious day for Lord Shiva. Worshipping Lord Shiva on this day fulfills all desires and grants success in various endeavors.

Significance of Maha Shivratri

Lord Shiva is the ruler of the Chaturdashi Tithi. While Shivratri comes every month, Maha Shivratri is celebrated on the 14th day of the dark fortnight of Phalguna. This marks a transition in the seasons. Special worship of Lord Shiva during this period can fulfill all desires. Though the general rule is to worship Lord Shiva at night, on Maha Shivratri, one can perform the worship throughout the day. Worshipping Lord Shiva on this day can also remove various doshas (flaws) in one’s astrological chart.

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Shiva Puja Method

– First, fill a clay pot with water and offer it along with bilva leaves, dhatura flowers, rice, etc., on the Shiva Lingam.
– If there is no nearby Shiva temple, you can create a Shiva Lingam using pure wet clay and worship it.
– There is a special importance of staying awake during the night and listening to the recitation of the Shiva Purana.
– The next day, perform a havan with sesame, kheer, and bilva leaves to conclude the fast.
– In the fourth phase of the day, visit a Shiva temple, offer water and bilva leaves on the Shiva Lingam, and receive Lord Shiva’s blessings.
– During the fourth phase of the night, it is essential to listen to the recitation of the Vedic mantras and Rudra Ashtadhyayi by learned priests.

Benefits of MahaShivratri Fasting

– Performing the Prana Pratishtha (ritual consecration) of the Shiva Lingam during the auspicious time of Maha Shivratri leads to success in business and promotion in jobs.
– Bathing the sphatik (crystal) Shiva Lingam with holy Ganga water, milk, curd, ghee, honey, and sugar during the Pradosh Kal (period before dusk) removes all obstacles.
– For health benefits and protection from untimely death, chant the Mahamrityunjaya mantra using a Rudraksha mala.
– The five worships and prayers on this night lead to the attainment of auspicious results.

When to Observe the MahaShivratri Fast

The night of Maha Shivratri holds a special significance as it falls under the Nishith Kaal (midnight time). To observe the fast, it is necessary to wait for the beginning of Chaturdashi Tithi and the eighth Muhurat of the night. In 2025, Maha Shivratri will be celebrated on February 26.

MahaShivratri Fast Story

According to certain beliefs, this day marks the marriage of Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati. It is said that Parvati performed severe penance to win Lord Shiva as her husband. As a result, they were married on the Chaturdashi of the dark fortnight of Phalguna, making Maha Shivratri a highly sacred and important day. According to other beliefs, Lord Shiva manifested as the Jyotirlingam on this day, which is another reason why this festival is celebrated.

Diet for Fasters on MahaShivratri

– Avoid eating any offerings placed on Lord Shiva’s idol.
– If there is a Shaligram near the idol of Lord Shiva, consuming offerings is not prohibited.
– Use Sendha Namak (rock salt) instead of regular salt and replace red chili with black pepper.
– You can consume foods like potatoes, singhara, dahi vada, and sabudana (tapioca pearls).

What to Use for Shiva Abhishek

– Curd: To obtain obedient children.
– Milk: To gain freedom from life’s hardships.
– Honey: To remove speech-related issues.
– Ghee: To attain liberation (moksha).
– Panchamrit: To increase wealth and prosperity.
– Chandan Powder: To attract Goddess Lakshmi.
– Rice Flour: For freedom from debt.
– Sugarcane Juice: To get rid of enemies.

Maha Shivratri 2025 Date and Muhurat

Date: February 26, 2025, Wednesday
Nishith Kaal Puja: 11:45 PM to 12:34 AM (February 27)
Shivratri Parana Time: 06:17 AM to 08:54 AM (February 27)
Chaturdashi Tithi Starts: February 26, 2025, at 11:08 AM
haturdashi Tithi Ends: February 27, 2025, at 08:54 AM