Mahashivratri is a very important Hindu festival. It is celebrated to honor Lord Shiva. The festival falls in February or March every year. In 2024, Mahashivratri will be celebrated on March 8, 2024
On this day, devotees of Lord Shiva keep a fast. They sing prayers and worship the Lord. People share greetings, messages, and pictures related to Mahashivratri on social media like WhatsApp and Facebook. They wish happiness and blessings to their loved ones.
It falls on the 14th day of the Hindu month of Phalguna.
Happy Mahashivratri 2024
Maha Shivaratri Muhurat 2024
The whole day of Mahashivratri is considered auspicious by devotees of Lord Shiva. Many chant the Maha Mritunjay Mantra throughout the day to seek blessings.
Maha Shivaratri Puja Vidhi & Time
Here are the steps to perform Mahashivratri puja at home:
1) Wake up early and take a bath
2) Wear clean clothes
3) Seek blessings of Lord Shiva to do the fasting rituals properly
4) Visit a Shiva temple and worship the Shivalinga
5) Offer items like bel leaves, datura flowers, milk, bhang to the Shivalinga while chanting mantras
6) Perform the aarti in the evening
Happy Mahashivratri 2024 Wishes
Here are some warm wishes to share on Mahashivratri:
“Wishing you a joyous Mahashivratri! May Lord Shiva bless you.”
“May this Mahashivratri fill your life with positivity by removing all worries. Happy Mahashivratri!”
“Let us pray to Lord Shiva for his blessings for a happy and prosperous life.”
Happy Maha Shivratri Message 2024
Some thoughtful messages to share:
“May Lord Shiva’s blessings always surround you and your family.”
“Wishing the divine energies of Lord Shiva bring positivity to your life.”
“May chanting Om Namah Shivaya protect you from all negativities.”
Maha Shivratri Quotes For Whatsapp 2024
Popular quotes about Lord Shiva to share:
“Shiva will always be by your side when you trust and follow him.”
“Mahadev teaches us to help those in need.”
“The universe bows to the glory of Lord Shiva.”
Mahashivratri Hindi Status For Facebook
महाशिवरात्रि के पावन अवसर पर आप सभी को बहुत बधाई।
(Wishing you all a very Happy Mahashivratri)
शिवजी की कृपा से आपके जीवन में खुशियों की बरसात हो।
(May Lord Shiva’s grace bring a shower of joy in your life)
मां पार्वती और भोलेनाथ की कृपा आप पर सदैव बनी रहे।
(May the blessings of Maa Parvati and Lord Shiva always be upon you)
How To Celebrate Mahashivratri At Home?
- Keep a fast for the day
- Set up a small temple/mandir at home
- Chant Shiva mantras like Om Namah Shivaya
- Offer milk, bel leaves, flowers to the Shivalinga
- Perform Rudrabhishek ritual
- Distribute prasad after evening aarti
- Sing bhajans, read Shiva Purana
- Visit Shiva temples in the evening
- Share Mahashivratri greetings