Mahashivratri also refers to the night when Shiva performs the heavenly dance called Tandava. The Hindu calendar is lunisolar but most festival dates are specified using the lunar portion of the calendar. We all are excited for Mahashivratri. This year Mahashivaratri will fell on 18 February 2023. On this day Shiva devotees offer prayers with full devotion and observe fast. The festival of Mahashivaratri celebrates the union of Lord Shiva and Shakti. Devotees in order to impress Lord Shiva offers Prasad, Bhang, and Several types of flowers and fruits.
According to popular belief Mahadev loves certain things and if a person wants to impress Lord Shiva then bringing these things in home results in great fortune. If these things are brought home on the day of Mahashivaratri, then it will helps you to get rid of your problem and result in great wealth
Nandi of Silver: According to the Puranas, Nandi is considered the vehicle of Mahadev. It has been said that it is necessary to establish Nandi with Shiva in every temple. So on the day of Mahashivaratri, if a person brings Nandi at home to increase prosperity.
Ek Mukhi Rudraksha: Rudraksha enjoys a massive significance in Shiva Pooja and specially Ek Mukhi Rudraksha. It is considered to be the form of Lord Mahadev. In Sanatan Dharma, it is considered a symbol of peace and prosperity. Wearing Ek Mukhi Rudraksha after chanting Mahadev's mantras or installing it is considered good.
Shivling made of gems: The festival of Mahashivratri is not complete without the Abhishek of Shivling. If a person is suffering from problems related to Graha position, then on the day of Mahashivaratri, a Shivling made of gems should be brought home. Regular prayer of the Shivling helps you to get rid of these problems.
Copper Kalash: On the day of Mahashivratri, Lord Shiva can be pleased by doing Jal Abhishek with a Kalash of Tamba (copper). It is said that it is better to keep a Kalash for happiness and peace in the houses where there are frequent fights and quarrels. If you buy this Kalashon on the day of Mahashivratri, then it will result in peace.
Mahamrityunjaya Yantra: According to popular belief where Mahamrityunjaya Yantra has regularly worshipped no diseases, hardships or problems will affect the family. You can also bring Mahamrityunjaya Yantra on Mahashivratri. Daily worship will results in happiness and prosperity in the house.
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