Monthly Shivaratri: Importance, Fasting Method And Religious Beliefs

Shivaratri has special significance in Hinduism. Chaturdashi Tithi of Krishna Paksha of every month is called Masik Shivaratri. This fast is observed to please Lord Shiva and Mother Parvati. It is believed that fasting, worship and night vigil on this day destroys all the troubles and brings happiness and prosperity in life.

Importance of Monthly Shivaratri

• Lord Shiva is considered to be the destroyer of the universe and a benevolent deity.
• The fast of Monthly Shivaratri is the Chhoti Shivaratri that comes every month.
• This fast is especially observed for wish fulfillment, health benefits and marital happiness.
• It is said that fasting on this day and meditating on Lord Shiva at night leads to virtuous results.

Fasting and worship method

• The fasting person should take a pledge after taking a bath in the morning.
• Keep fasting throughout the day and eat fruits.
• In the evening, perform Abhishek of Shivling with Gangajal, milk, curd, honey, Belpatra, Dhatura and Akshat.
• Stay awake at night and chant Om Namah Shivaya mantra.
• Reciting Shiv Chalisa, Shiv Aarti and Rudrashtak is considered auspicious.

Belief of Monthly Shivratri

• It is believed that fasting and worshipping on this day destroys sins.
• Love and harmony remain in married life.
• Financial crisis and family disputes go away.
• Mental peace and spiritual progress is achieved.

Special benefits

• Unmarried girls get a good groom by keeping fast.
• Married women get the blessing of unbroken good fortune and long life of their husband.
• This fast is considered to bring prosperity and success for businessmen and working people.

Masik Shivratri is not just a religious ritual, but it is an occasion for self-purification, meditation and devotion. Any devotee who observes this fast with full devotion and faith, definitely experiences the blessings of Lord Shiva.