Mahashivratri Festival 2008 |
Sri Maha Shivaratri or "The Night of Shiva" is observed in honor of the Hindu God Shiva. Maha Shivratri is celebrated on the 14th night of the new moon and this year it falls on the 6th March 2008. Every year on this moonless night thousands of devotees worship Shiva and offer their prayers in the temple. It is believed that on this night he performed the ‘Tandava’, the dance of the primal creation, preservation and destruction.
We at 123MahaShivratri are here to learn and participate in this traditional Indian festival of the Hindus. Let’s come to know about the tradition and customs associated with Maha Shivratri and seek the blessings of Lord Shiva.
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| Twelve Jyotirlingas |
| The twelve Jyotirlingas hold much prominence in the Hindu scriptures. The Puranas sing the praises of the twelve Jyotirlingas, signifying their importance. By reciting the name of these twelve Jyotirlingas of Lord Shiva one can eliminate all the sins. Let’s rediscover the significance of the twelve Jyotirlingas and know were they are situated. |
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 Somnath
Vaidhynath
Shri Vishweshwar
Shri Mallikarjuna
Shri Bhimashankar
Trimbakeshwar
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Mahakaleshwar
Shri Rameshwaram
Shri Kedareshwar
Omkareshwar
Shri Nageshwaram
Shri Ghrishneshwar |
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