6 Rituals & Traditions To Follow To Celebrate Lord Shiva’s Festival – ryan
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Mahashivratri is celebrated to honour the marriage of Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati. People celebrate this day by praying and fasting.
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Mahashivratri rituals and traditions
There are numerous customs and traditions that people follow on Mahashivratri. Here are some important Mahashivratri rituals and traditions you should follow.
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Fasting
It’s a common practice for Lord Shiva’s devotees to observe fast on Mahashivratri. Many fast all day long.
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All-night vigil
People also participate in Jagran on Mahashivratri. Jagran is a type of spiritual all-night vigil in which devotees chant mantras and offer prayers to Lord Shiva.
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Mahashivratri puja
People flock to Shiva temples to offer prayers and seek blessings. Their offerings after worship and prayer often include flowers, incense, fruit, honey and milk.
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Sankalp
Before going to Shiva temple, you should start the day with a Sankalp to dedicate yourself to prayers and spiritual practices. You must cleanse the body and mind through fasting, offerings, meditation and silence.
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Meditation and chanting
Meditation and chants can help you connect with yourself. This will also harmonise and combine your energies with the divine vibrations.
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Offering bilva leaves
Sacred Bilva or bael leaves symbolise Lord Shiva’s trident. Each leaflet represents his three eyes, Aum’s three syllables, and nature’s three gunas (Sattva, Rajas, Tamas).
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