Unlock the path to spiritual awakening this Maha Shivratri

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Unlock the path to spiritual awakening this Maha Shivratri

Follow these 9 powerful steps for deep sadhana

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<p>Begin your day with Brahma Muhurta meditation to align with divine energy.  <br />
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Wake Up Early & Meditate

Begin your day with Brahma Muhurta meditation to align with divine energy.  
 

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<p>Fasting purifies the mind & body—consume sattvic foods or follow a nirjala vrat.  <br />
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Observe a Sacred Fast

Fasting purifies the mind & body—consume sattvic foods or follow a nirjala vrat.  
 

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<p>Repeating Shiva’s mantra raises vibrations & brings inner peace.</p>

Chant ‘Om Namah Shivaya’

Repeating Shiva’s mantra raises vibrations & brings inner peace.

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Practice Silence & Self-Reflection

Reduce distractions, practice maun vrat (silence), and focus inward

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Perform Abhishekam

Offer milk, water, honey, and bel leaves to the Shivling for spiritual cleansing  

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Read Scriptures & Listen to Bhajans

Shiva Purana, Rudram, or bhajans for divine connection.  

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Engage in Seva & Charity

Serving the needy purifies karma and aligns you with Lord Shiva’s grace.  
 

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Attend Nightlong Shiva Darshan

Stay awake, visit a Shiva temple, or meditate for ultimate spiritual elevation

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Surrender & Seek Blessings

Let go of ego, pray for divine guidance, and embrace Shiva consciousness

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