Maha Shivaratri

Maha Shivaratri - The Great Night of Shiva

Observe the most sacred night dedicated to Lord Shiva with night-long prayers, abhishekam, and meditation at Shiva temples across the UK.

Festival Significance

Maha Shivaratri celebrates the cosmic dance of Lord Shiva and his marriage to Goddess Parvati. It is a night of spiritual significance for purification, meditation, and seeking divine blessings.

All-Night Vigil Program

• Evening Aarti (6:00 PM): Opening prayers and lamp lighting
• First Prahar (7-10 PM): Rudrabhishekam with milk
• Second Prahar (10 PM-1 AM): Abhishekam with yogurt and honey
• Third Prahar (1-4 AM): Abhishekam with ghee and water
• Fourth Prahar (4-7 AM): Final abhishekam and morning aarti

Spiritual Practices

• Fasting: Complete fast or fruit diet observed by devotees
• Rudra Abhishekam: Continuous bathing of Shiva Lingam
• Mantra Chanting: Om Namah Shivaya repetition throughout the night
• Bhajan Singing: Devotional songs in praise of Lord Shiva
• Meditation Sessions: Guided meditation on Shiva consciousness
• Scriptural Reading: Recitation from Shiva Purana

Temple Offerings

• Bael leaves (most sacred to Shiva)
• Milk, honey, and ghee for abhishekam
• Flowers, especially datura
• Fruits and water
• Incense and lamps

Special Features

• Live darshan streaming for those unable to attend
• Free abhishekam materials provided
• Meditation hall for quiet contemplation
• Warm beverages and light snacks through the night
• Prasad distribution after morning aarti

Open to All - Join for any duration or entire night

FREE Event - Offerings for abhishekam welcome