Mahashivratri "Great Night of Lord Shiva"

Mahashivratri is the celebration of Lord Shiva, Rudra, Damru Wala, Neelkanth, Bholenath, Shambhu, Somnath, Bhootnath, Vishweshwara, Nageshwar, Mahakaleshwar, Bhole Baba, Jatadhari, Gangadhar, Shankara, Nataraja, Mahadeva, Adi Yogi, or the Omkar himself. 

Mahashivratri 2024: Why is the festival celebrated?

According to Hindu mythology, it is believed that Lord Shiva married Goddess Parvati on this night. It is in celebration of their divine union that the day is celebrated as 'The Night of Lord Shiva'. While Lord Shiva signifies Purusha, which is mindfulness, Maa Parvati signifies Prakriti, which is nature. The union of this consciousness and energy promotes creation.

The festival falls on the fourteenth day of the dark (waning) half of the lunar month of Phalguna or Magha, a day before the new moon.

The devotees of the Sanatan Dharma celebrate Mahashivratri every year with full devotion and worship Lord Shiva with proper rituals.

Mahashivratri is of great spiritual significance as it is equivalent to worshiping Shiva the entire year and can also help one attain salvation and absolution of all sins. No wonder the festival finds mention in several Puranas including Skanda Purana, Linga Purana, and Padma Purana.

Significance of Maha Shivratri

Mahashivratri holds great spiritual significance as it marks the convergence of Shiva and Shakti, the masculine and feminine energies of the universe.

It is believed to be the day when Lord Shiva performed the divine dance known as Tandava, symbolizing creation, preservation, and destruction.
Devotees observe Mahashivratri to seek the blessings of Lord Shiva for spiritual growth, enlightenment, and liberation from worldly desires.
It is also believed to be the day when Lord Shiva married Goddess Parvati, signifying the union of divine masculine and feminine energies.

Best Indian Places to Visit during the Maha Shivaratri

Maha Shivaratri is celebrated throughout India, and as such, the festival is not confined to any specific location or region. However, there are several renowned Shiva temples and exceptional places known for their vibrant and devout observance of this auspicious festival in India, where devotees can worship Lord Shiva in a highly energetic and devotional atmosphere. Below, we have listed a few such places in India where you can partake in the Maha Shivaratri celebrations and experience the divine presence. 

• Nilkanth Mahadev Temple, Haridwar, Uttarakhand: This temple in Haridwar attracts numerous devotees during Maha Shivaratri. People often visit the ghats at Har ki Pauri to offer prayers before heading to the Neelkanth Mahadev Temple. 
• Umananda Temple, Guwahati, Assam: Situated on the peacock island in the Brahmaputra River, the Umananda Temple hosts one of the prominent Maha Shivaratri celebrations in India. 
• Bhavnath Taleti, Junagarh, Gujrat: Junagarh's Shivaratri Mela is a major attraction, drawing thousands of visitors. The fair, lasting for five days, offers a glimpse of Gujarat's rich culture. 
• Matangeshwar Temple, Khajuraho, Madhya Pradesh: Maha Shivaratri is celebrated with grandeur here, with devotees taking a dip in the Sagar tank and attending the ten-day-long fair. 
• Mahakaleshwar Temple, Ujjain, Madhya Pradesh: This temple, one of the 12 Jyotirlingas, observes Maha Shivaratri on the banks of the River Kshipra. 
• Srisaila Mallikarjuna Temple, Andhra Pradesh: This temple is home to one of the 12 Jyotirlingas and celebrates Maha Shivaratri with great enthusiasm. 
• Bhootnath Temple, Mandi, Himachal Pradesh: Mandi hosts an incredible Maha Shivaratri celebration, attracting Indian and international tourists to its festivities. 
• Tilbhandeshwar Temple, Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh: This temple in south Varanasi plays a significant role in Maha Shivaratri celebrations, where people dance in processions after consuming bhang and thandai. 
• Lokanatha Temple, Puri, and Odisha: Lord Rama established the linga in this temple, making it a popular destination for Shiva devotees. 
• Shree Somanath Jyotirlinga Temple, Veraval, Gujarat: The Somanath Temple in Gujarat is beautifully adorned with LED lights and flowers during Maha Shivaratri, attracting a multitude of devotees. 
• Isha Yoga Center, Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu: This center, founded by Sadhguru, hosts special Maha Shivaratri celebrations with dance, music, meditation, and a night-long satsang. 

While these 11 places offer unique Maha Shivaratri experiences, Nashik (Maharashtra), Srikalahasti (Andhra Pradesh), and the Kashmir Valley also celebrate the festival with fasting, prayers, and fairs, showcasing the devotion and excitement of Lord Shiva's disciples. 

What to Do On Mahashivratri 2024?

*    You are advised to observe a fast on the day of Mahashivratri and worship Lord Shiva to attract happiness and prosperity.

*    Also, visit the temple of Lord Shiva and offer water to Shivling, preferably in the morning.

*    Listen to or recite the Vrat Katha and meditate on Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati.

*    You should use Belpatra and flowers while worshiping Lord Shiva to please him and receive his blessings.

*    It is also recommended to donate sweets, blankets, food etc., to the needy on Mahashivratri.

*    The expert suggested that you should dedicate perform Bhajan-Kirtan on this day to please Bholenath.

Mahashivratri: night of special spiritual significance

Letter to the Universe Manifest by Writing Letters

Manifestation Letters for Attraction

Writing letters to the universe may sound a little crazy...heck, I felt a little weird doing it! But as you 'Using the Law of Attraction to Rock Your Life' post, asking the universe for exactly what it is that you want is super powerful.

It’s not a one-sided conversation! Ok, perhaps the universe isn’t writing back, at least not on pen and paper. But it’s definitely responding. 

“When you arise in the morning, give thanks for the morning light, for your life and strength. Give thanks for your food and the joy of living. If you see no reason for giving thanks, the fault lies with yourself.”

Write a letter to the universe to manifest? It’s not as difficult as it seems.

The universe hears feelings. We ask for the feeling we think we will get if we have that house, car, money, girlfriend, title, stature, and award, whatever it is.

Once you begin thinking and feeling in terms of energy and vibration, then you have a clearer understanding of what you are saying to, and asking of, the Universe.

The universe is awaiting your heartfelt words and desires, ready to fulfill them for you! Writing a letter to the universe is an incredibly powerful and effective manifestation practice.

Normally with the Law of Attraction we don't mentions what we are fearing, instead we focus on the positive, but when you're in an emergency situation, like the one above, it's important to rid ourselves of the fears we have.

I wish you all the luck, love and hope in the world. You’re a lovely vessel of pulsating life and love that needs to be experienced by the world. Let’s step off the ledge together.

How to Use the Law of Attraction

1. Relax your mind and meditate for 5 to 10 minutes.
2. Know exactly what you want. Have a clear and detailed image.
3. Send the Universe a mental picture of what you want.
4. Write your wish down and feel it happening to you.
5. Show gratitude by recording all the things the Universe has given you.
6. Be patient and trust the Universe.

The Logic behind the law of attraction work in my favour?

The answer lies in the very term used. 'Law of Attraction'.
If you want to attract a bird, you lay seeds or water for it.
If you want to attract a good spouse, you try to inculcate good mannerisms.
In short, it means being on the same page/frequency of the thing you want to attract.
LOA works on how you feel. Your feelings and the subsequent thoughts arising from them, make you attract things in life.
Feel good, feel positive, feel inspired and you will see it happening.

How to write a letter to the universe?

Always write in the present tense as though it is happening right now. Be as detailed as you possibly can down to the tiniest level. At the end write “this or better”. And write thank you.

You want to thank the universe as though it has already provided your request! Your letter is simply a thank you letter understanding that your request is already on its way to you!

Example statements:

·         Thank you for providing me a wonderfully fulfilling career as a video game designer!

·         Thank you for your blessings! Our performance at the Big Stage was flawless! We received a standing ovation and I was approached by multiple agents!

·         Thank you for the kind, loving, and gentle boyfriend you have brought into my life!

·         Thank you for the beautiful home! I love the character and history! It’s perfect for hosting family and friends!

There are components of Law of Attraction that you can master simply through practice. Here’s how:

Deep Breathing - 2 or 3 slow, deep breaths, hold a few seconds, exhale slowly 3 times a day. Helpful to take up self-hypnosis, meditation, prayer and yoga is excellent.

Imagine what you want - See yourself enjoying, feel your emotions, believe it. Let yourself feel the energy (vibration) within.

Think - About what you will do to achieve what you want - Learn what you need to learn. This can include skills, self-esteem, confidence, attitude, etc.

Intend - You must have a big intension to manifest your desire because wanting and intending both are different. Clear your intension and work for it definitely you will manifest it someday.

"The universe doesn’t give you what you ask for with your thoughts - it gives you what you demand with your actions".

Take Action - Practice and get good at what you must do, to have what you want. If you want to draw, draw, Want to be an actor take lessons and get into plays, commercial, movies, voice overs. Singers must sing. It all takes practice, and doing, so do it. Over and over.

"Dreams don't work unless you take action. The surest way to make your dreams come true is to live them".

Let It Go - Don’t obsess, simply know what you want and continue going for it.

Allowance - Detach from the outcome. You have to be intense in your desire without any expectation than it will manifest soon. You have to completely let it go (God).

Surrender yourself to the universe without expectations and you will get to know that needing nothing attracts everything.

"Stay positive. Sometimes you don't even realize you're blocking your own blessings by thinking negatively and holding on to the past. Learn to let go".

Receiving - Get ready, as things come to those who are ready and willing to receive.

Gratefulness - For what you have and will receive.

That will be you. It works!! It works absolutely!! It works completely!! It works always!!

"Everyone visualizes whether he knows it or not. Visualizing is the great secret of success".

No matter who you are, no matter where you are, no matter what your current circumstances, The LOA is going to change your entire life!

विषय विकार मिटाओ, पाप हरो देवा।

मनुष्य की सारी परेशानियों के उत्तर भगवद् गीता में लिखें हैं, गीता अमृत है। समय निकाल कर गीता अवश्य पढ़े... जय श्री कृष्ण 

ब्रह्मांड का सबसे बडा़ धनुर्धारी उस दिन परेशान था...वह अपने अवचेतन मन से ही एक लंबे समय से संघर्ष कर रहा था...

उसने कान्हा की ओर देखा और तुरंत प्रश्न दाग दिया-

जीवन इतना कठिन क्यों हो गया है?

केशव मुस्कुरा उठे...उन्होने कहा,जीवन के बारे में सोचना बंद कर दो,ये जीवन को कठिन करता है,सिर्फ जीवन को जियो..

पर अर्जुन अभी भी उद्धेलित थे...उनके मन में एक एक प्रश्न आ-जा रहे थे..वो पूछ बैठे...

हम सदैव दुखी क्यों रहते है?

कृष्ण अपनी बांसुरी बजाते बजाते बीच में रूके और बोले,चिंता करना तुम्हारी आदत बन चुकी है , तुम दुखी हो जाते हो...

पर केशव लोगो को इतना कष्ट क्यों भुगतना पड़ता है?

वासुदेव ने उसके कंधे पर हाथ रखा और हंसते हुए बोले,हीरे को रगड़ के बिना चमकाया नहीं जा सकता और सोने को कभी ताप के बिना खरा नहीं किया जा सकता , अच्छे लोगो को परीक्षा के दौर से गुजरना पड़ता है , ये कष्ट भुगतना नहीं हुआ..अनुभव से जीवन सुखद बनता है, ना की दुखद...

आप के कहने का मतलब है की ये अनुभव काम के है?

मेरे कहने का मतलब यही है की अनुभव एक कठोर शिक्षक है, जो पहले परीक्षा लेते है और बाद में पाठ पढाते है...

पर केशव जीवन की बहुत सारी समस्याओं की वजह हमें ये ही समझ नहीं आता की हम किधर जा रहे है?

कृष्ण बोले,अगर बाहर देखोगे तो समझ नहीं आएगा की कंहा जा रहे है , अपने भीतर देखो.. आँखे दिशा दिखाती है और दिल रास्ता...

अर्जुन ने पूछा,पर क्या असफलता ज्यादा दुखी करती है या सही दिशा में नहीं जा पाना ?

वासुदेव गंभीर हो गये...बोल उठे, सफलता का मापदंड हमेशा दूसरे लोग तय करते है और संतुष्टि का आप स्वयं...

अर्जुन ने फिर पूछा, कठिन समय में अपने आप को प्रेरित कैसे रखना चाहिए?

जबाब मिला, हमेशा देखो आप कितने दूर आ चुके हो बजाये ये देखने के की अभी कितनी दूर और जाना है, हमेशा ध्यान रखे ईश्वर की कृपा से क्या मिला है ये नहीं की क्या नहीं मिला है...

कृष्ण ने आगे कहा लोगो के बारे में सबसे अधिक अचंभित करता है जब वे कठिनाई में होते है तो कहते है “मैं ही क्यों ?” जब वो समृद्ध होते है तब कभी नहीं कहते की “मैं क्यों ?”

अर्जुन ने पूछा...मैं अपने जीवन में सर्वश्रेष्ठ कैसे प्राप्त कर सकता हु?

वासुदेव के होठो पर मुस्कान तैर गयी...बोले,अपने पिछले जीवन का बिना किसी खेद के सामना करो , वर्तमान को आत्म विश्वास से जियो और भविष्य का सामना करने के लिए अपने को निडरता से तैयार रखो..

अर्जुन ने अंतिम प्रश्न किया...कई बार मुझे ऐसा लगता है की मेरी प्रार्थनाओं की सुनवाई नहीं होती...

नीली छतरी वाला हंस पडा़...बोल उठा,कोई भी ऐसी प्रार्थना नहीं है जिसकी सुनवाई न हुई हो , विश्वास रखो और भय मुक्त हो जाओ..जीवन एक पहेली है सुलझाने के लिए, कोई समस्या नहीं है जिसका हल खोजा जाये... मुझ पर विश्वास रखो, जीवन बहुत सुन्दर है अगर आपको जीना आता है तो, हमेशा खुश रहो...

अर्जुन के मन को एक चिर शांति मिल चूकी थी....कान्हा बांसुरी बजाने में लीन हो गये...

दुनिया के सबसे बडे़ मैनेजिंग डायरेक्टर और एकमात्र ऐसे दैविय शख्स जिन्होने कुरूक्षेत्र में सीना ठोककर कहा था कि वो 'ईश्वर' है...

यदा यदा हि धर्मस्य ग्लानिर्भवति भारत।

अभ्युत्थानमधर्मस्य तदात्मानं सृजाम्यहम् ॥

परित्राणाय साधूनां विनाशाय च दुष्कृताम् ।

धर्मसंस्थापनार्थाय सम्भवामि युगे युगे ॥

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हरे कृष्ण हरे कृष्ण कृष्ण कृष्ण हरे हरे । हरे राम हरे राम राम राम हरे हरे ।। 

बुटी हरि के नाम की सबको पिला के पी,

पीने की है तमन्ना तो खुद को मिटा के पी,

ब्रह्रा ने चारों वेद की पुस्तक बना के पी,

शंकर ने अपने शीश पर गंगा चढा के पी,

व्रज गोपियो ने कृष्ण को माखन खिला के पी,

शबरी ने झूठे बेर अपने प्रभु को खिला के पी,

पृथ्वी का भार शेष ने सिर पर उठा के पी,

बाली ने चोट बाण की सीने पे खा के पी,

अर्जुन ने ज्जान गीता का अमृत बना के पी,

बजरंग बली ने रावण की लंका जला के पी,

मीरा ने नाच-नाच के गिरधर को रिझा के पी,

Mudra "Shield of Shambhala”- Fortitude of character

‘Fortitude of character,’ sometimes referred to as ‘strength of character.’

Similar to building mental strength, fortitude of character is the process of identifying, focusing on, and building your innate strengths over time.

Conscious practice of the Mudra "Shield of Shambhala” is needed to regularly identify small daily actions that can lead to you building your fortitude of character.

There is no disagreement between traditions that Shambhala is a pure, peaceful land. This yoga mudra is said to originate from here and confer the following benefits with its use:

 

The feeling of Peace: When combined with conscious breathing, this mudra is said to bring peace to the individual even in the most turbulent of times.

Feelings of vitality. When used for longer periods, usually no more than twenty minutes, holding this mudra is said to promote feelings of vitality.

Mudra "Shield of Shambhala” is a unique and very effective tool to combat negative energy. It helps to recover your strength, helps to improve the overall condition of the body. It is also recommended during the recovery period after illness or injury. Work with "Shield of Shambhala," when you feel vulnerable or just need some support.

The mudra is referred to as ‘Shield’ as it is said to ‘put to flight’ feelings of negativity. This is said to be accomplished through the unveiling of Awareness and ‘uplifting the soul’ through feelings of oneness and connection.

Strengths

·         Goal-oriented

·         Self-motivated

·         Independent

·         Leadership abilities

·         Unique

·         Creative

·         Original thinkers

·         Innovative

Weaknesses

·         Self-doubt

·         Can be inconsiderate of others

·         Can be abrasive or aggressive

·         Overly domineering

·         Afraid to fail

How to perform:

The hand positions are reversed according gender.

For females: The right hand is clenched into a fist and held palm facing down, against the area in between the xiphisternum (breast bone) and umbilicus (belly button). The left palm is pressed against the right fist. The open palm should always face upwards. This position is held for five to twenty minutes and used in conjunction with conscious breathing.

For males: The left hand is clenched into a fist and pressed against the right palm, remembering to hold the hands in the same area.

How it works:

From the basis of the yogic sciences, this mudra is said to focus vital energy ‘Prana’ carried in the breath to the Solar Plexus Chakra (3rd Chakra, known in Sanskrit as ‘Manipur’. Chakras correspond to energy meridians (energy focal points) found in the body usually associated with endocrine organs such as the thyroid or pancreas. The third chakra is said to be responsible for will power and inner strength. This unveiling of ones’ inner strength leads to feelings of peace, subsequently vitality and eventually oneness.

Breath:
Normal, smooth.

Visualizations:
Imagine sunlight, golden color, attention to the solar plexus.

Affirmations:
It's safe to be where I am.
I create my own security.
I love and approve of myself.

The performance of this Mudra can be accompanied by the mantra “Ram”.

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कठिन काम या कार्य मेंसफलता पाने का श्री राम मंत्र

राम

श्री राम

श्री राम जय राम

श्री राम जय राम जय जय राम

दशरर्थनन्दन मेघश्याम रविकुलमण्डन राजाराम

सीतारंजन मेघश्याम कौसल्यासुत राजाराम

रविवरकुलजातं वन्दे राजाराम सुरभूसुगीतम

वन्दे रघुवीर सीताकान्त रणधीरम

भज सीतारामं मानस भज राजारामम

श्री सीतारामं वन्दे श्री राजारामम

रावणमर्दन राम राघव वालीमर्दन राम

त्वं मां पालय सीताराम

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