Maha Shivratri 2024: Why is night puja more important on THIS day?
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Maha Shivratri on March 8
Maha Shivaratri, literally meaning "the Great Night of Shiva," is a Hindu festival celebrated annually in honor of Lord Shiva. This year it will be celebrated on March 8
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Appeared in the form of Jyotirlinga
As per Shiv Puran, Lord Mahadev appeared in the form of Jyotirlinga on the night of Chaturdashi of Krishna Paksha of Phalgun month.
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Lord Vishnu-Brahma worshipped the Jyotirlinga
When Jyotirlinga appeared at night, the night also became as bright as day and at the same time Vishnu-Brahma worshipped the Jyotirlinga form.
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Night worship is important
This is why worshipping Lord Shiva on night of Maha Shivratri has a special significance.
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Shivling Darshan
According to religious texts, a person who sees or touches Shivling on the night of Mahashivratri, his sins are destroyed and gets salvation.