Maha Shivaratri
AssameseAlso known as: Shivaratri, Mahashivratri
Maha Shivaratri
About Maha Shivaratri
Maha Shivaratri, the great night of Lord Shiva, falls on the fourteenth day of Krishna Paksha in the month of Phalgun. In Assam, where Shaivism has deep roots, this night is observed with intense devotion.
Devotees observe a night-long vigil, offering prayers to Lord Shiva throughout the night. Temples are decorated with flowers and bel leaves, and the Shiva Lingam is bathed with water, milk, and honey.
In Assam, Maha Shivaratri is also associated with the worship at Siva Temples across the state, particularly at the famous Siva Dol in Sivasagar. Unmarried women observe the fast to seek a good husband.
Vrat Vidhi & Fasting Rules
Devotees observe a complete fast on Maha Shivaratri, breaking it the next morning after morning prayers.
Om Namah Shivaya, I offer my night-long vigil to Lord Shiva for blessings of spiritual liberation and protection.
- Wake up early and take a ritual bath.
- Observe a complete fast throughout the day and night.
- Visit the Shiva temple and offer bel leaves and water to the Lingam.
- Maintain the night-long vigil with prayers and mantras.
Puja Samagri & Ritual Steps
- Clean the Shiva temple or home shrine and prepare for the puja.
- Perform abhishek of the Shiva Lingam with water, milk, and honey.
- Offer bel leaves, dhatura flowers, and sandalwood paste.
- Maintain the night-long vigil with continuous chanting of Om Namah Shivaya.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
It is believed that Lord Shiva performs the Tandava dance on this night, and staying awake brings spiritual liberation.
Bel leaves, water, milk, honey, dhatura flowers, and sandalwood paste are the traditional offerings to the Shiva Lingam.
Note: All timings are represented in 24-hour notation in local time of the selected location with DST adjustment (if applicable).
Hours which are past midnight are suffixed with next day date. In Panchang, a day starts and ends with local sunrise.
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