Mahashivratri 2024 Puja Vidhi: Here's Step-By-Step Guide To Offer Your Prayers To Lord Shiva On This Shivratri

Mahashivratri 2024 Puja Vidhi: Maha Shivratri is revered as the most significant night dedicated to Lord Shiva. Celebrated on the Chaturdashi Tithi, Krishna Paksha (fourteenth day of the waning phase of the lunar cycle) in either the Phalguna or Magha months, depending on the Purnimant or Amavasyant calendars, respectively. This auspicious occasion commemorates the wedding anniversary of Lord Shiva and his consort, Devi Parvati. It also marks the day when the Linga form of Mahadev originated. Consequently, Maha Shivratri holds immense importance. Devotees observe a day-long fast and conduct puja during Nishita Kaal (midnight) on this auspicious day. Explore further to understand the Maha Shivratri Puja Vidhi.

Maha Shivratri Puja Vidhi

The Maha Shivratri puja is conducted during the Nishtita Kaal. Please refer to the auspicious muhurat for the puja. Before commencing the puja, the Vrati (devotee observing the fast) needs to take a bath. Below, you can find the Maha Shivratri (Shodashopachara Puja Vidhi) Puja Vidhi, encompassing the sixteen rituals:

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Step-By-Step Guide To Offer Your Prayers To Lord Shiva On This Shivratri

• Dhyana - Establish a connection with your inner self and the deity.
• Asana - Reverently place the idol of Lord Shiva or the Shiva Linga on a chowki (a wooden platform) covered with a clean white cloth. Illuminate an oil lamp.
• Padya - Sprinkle water on the feet of the Lord.
• Arghya - Present water as an offering to the Lord.
• Achaman - Pour water on your right palm using an udrani and consume it.
• Snana - Sprinkle water on the deity, using water, milk, Gangajal, honey, curd, etc., for the Abhishek if the idol is made of metal or a Shiva Linga.
• Vastra - Extend a fresh piece of white cloth to the deity. Alternatively, offer a piece of Kalava.
• Yagnopaveeth - Present the sacred Janeu and Akshat to the Lord.
• Gandha - Offer Chandan paste or natural perfume.
• Pushpa - Present Datura flowers, Vilva leaves (Bel Patra), etc.
• Dhoop - Burn incense sticks (agarbatti/dhoop).
• Deep - Illuminate an oil lamp.
• Naivedhya - Offer bhog to God, which could include fruits or any sattvic recipe you have prepared. You may also present the Tamboolam, consisting of paan, supari, one brown coconut broken into two, dakshina, banana, and/or some fruits.
• Pradakshina or Parikrama/Circumambulate - Stand up on your feet and turn around from your right.
• Aarti - Perform the Aarti.
• Pushpanjali - Conclude the puja by offering flowers and performing pranam.

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Maha Shivratri Dos:

• Wake up early (preferably during Brahma Muhurat - two hours before sunrise).
• Do Dhyana (meditation) followed by Sankalpa (take a pledge that you will observe the vrat sincerely and with true devotion).
• Take a bath. Wear clean clothes. Go for white-colored clothes if possible.
• Maintain celibacy (follow Brahmacharya).
• Observe a vrat. Assess your health before fasting. Spending a day without your regular diet plan may affect your health. Therefore, consult your doctor, especially if you are under medication or undergoing treatment.
• Chant OM Namah Shivaya as many times as possible.
• Perform Abhishek (by offering water or raw milk to the Shiva Linga at home or in a temple). You may even offer ghee, curd, and honey.
• Offer Datura flowers and fruits, white crown flowers, and Vilva (Bel Patra).
• Offer Chandan instead of turmeric.
• Offer your prayers and perform the puja during Nishita Kaal or all four prahars. Check out the timings here.
• Consume fruits, milk, and recipes with vrat-compliant ingredients.

Maha Shivratri Don'ts:

• Consumption of wheat, rice, and pulses in any form is strictly prohibited. Avoid spices and oily foods.
• Do not consume meat, onions, and garlic.
• Do not consume tobacco or alcohol.
• Do not offer coconut water to Shiva Linga.
• Do not offer vermillion (sindoor/kumkum) to the Shiva Linga.
• Avoid offering Ketaki flowers.
• Avoid steel containers for puja. Use Brass, copper, or silver instead.
• Avoid black-colored clothes.
• Do not offer Tulsi leaves to Lord Shiva.
• Do not do a full parikrama of the Shiva Linga.

Maha Shivratri 2024 FAQs

When is Maha Shivratri?

In 2024, Mahashivratri or Maha Shivratri will be celebrated on March 8, 2024 (Friday).

Why is Maha Shivratri celebrated?

Maha Shivratri is a Hindu festival celebrated annually to honor Lord Shiva, one of the principal deities in Hinduism. It is believed that on this day, Lord Shiva performed the Tandava dance, which symbolizes creation, preservation, and destruction. The festival is celebrated on the 14th night of the Hindu month of Phalguna or Maagha, which usually falls in February or March. It is observed by fasting, performing puja (worship) of Lord Shiva, and chanting his mantras.

Can we sleep during the Day on Shivaratri?

Shivaratri is traditionally observed as a night of fasting and vigil, during which devotees stay awake and engage in prayers, meditation, and other spiritual practices. Therefore, it is generally not recommended to sleep on Shivaratri night.

What is the favourite foods of Lord Shiva?

As per Mythology Lord Shiva's favourite food is Kand-Mool and he also likes bhang, dhatura, milk, thandai, and sweets white in colour.

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