Arudra Darshan

Tamil

Also known as: Thiruvathirai, Ardra Darshan

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Arudra Darshan

About Arudra Darshan

Arudra Darshan celebrates the cosmic dance of Lord Shiva as Nataraja. It falls on the Arudra (Thiruvathirai) star in the Tamil month of Margazhi (December-January).

Devotees observe fasting and perform special pujas at Shiva temples. The day commemorates Shiva's Ananda Tandava (dance of bliss) in the golden hall of Chidambaram.

In Tamil Nadu, the festival is celebrated with great fervour at Shiva temples, especially at Chidambaram. Devotees stay awake through the night, reciting hymns and watching the special pukas.

Vrat Vidhi & Fasting Rules

Devotees observe fasting and stay awake through the night for Arudra Darshan.

Step-by-Step Fasting Procedures:

Wake up early and take a ritual bath.
Observe fasting throughout the day.
Visit Shiva temples for the special night pukas.
Stay awake through the night, reciting Shiva hymns.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q: What is the Ananda Tandava?

The Ananda Tandava is the dance of bliss performed by Lord Shiva as Nataraja. It symbolises the creation, preservation, and destruction of the universe.

Q: Why is Arudra Darshan celebrated at night?

Lord Shiva performed his cosmic dance at midnight. Devotees stay awake to witness this divine event through special night pukas at Shiva temples.

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.