బ్లాగులు — Maha Shivaratri 2025

Maha Shivaratri, the "Great Night of Shiva," is one of the most significant festivals celebrated with great devotion and enthusiasm throughout India, Nepal and by Hindus worldwide. Celebrated annually with immense devotion, it honours Lord Shiva, one of the principal deities in Hinduism. Maha Shivaratri festival marks the celebration of Lord Shiva. In the South Indian calendar, Maha Shivaratri is observed on the Chaturdashi Tithi of Krishna Paksha in the month of Masi. However, in the North Indian calendar, it falls in the month of Phalguna. This sacred night is marked by prayers, fasting, and rituals that hold deep spiritual...

Our ancient scriptures are filled with timeless love stories, but one that truly stands out is the divine union of Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati. Their story is more than just a tale of love—it is a symbol of unwavering faith, devotion, and the perfect balance of energies. Spanning across two lifetimes, beginning with Sati and continuing as Parvati, their journey teaches us that true love always finds its way, no matter the obstacles. Shiva and Parvati are two halves of the divine energy; one is not complete without the other. In their relationship, Shiva, the ascetic, and Parvati, the goddess...

Maha Shivaratri, the grand festival dedicated to Lord Shiva, is a night of divine energy, spiritual awakening, and unwavering devotion. Celebrated on the 13th night of the waxing moon in Phalguna (February or March), this sacred occasion is marked by deep meditation, fasting, and prayers. Devotees across India, Nepal, Bangladesh, and beyond immerse themselves in the divine vibrations of Lord Shiva, seeking his boundless blessings.  One of the most revered aspects of Maha Shivaratri is the significance of Rudraksha—sacred beads associated with Lord Shiva himself. These mystical beads hold immense spiritual and health benefits, making them essential to the Shivaratri celebrations....

Lord Shiva, one of the most revered deities in Hinduism, is the embodiment of compassion, power, and divine grace. His followers come from diverse backgrounds, showcasing the universality of his appeal.  Kannappa Nayanar: The Ultimate sacrifice  Kannappa Nayanar, one of the 63 revered Saivite saints in Tamil Hinduism, was born as Thinnan in Uduppoor (modern-day Uttukottai near Kalahasti, Andhra Pradesh). The son of Nagan, a hunter clan leader, Thinnan was a skilled hunter known for his courage, simplicity, and loving heart. Though uneducated in rituals, he was a devoted worshipper of Lord Shiva. Thinnan's devotion was pure but unconventional, offering...