Mahashivratri of 2025 was the most special for people of this lifetime because it marked the culmination of the biggest event of mankind, the Maha Khumbh 2025.
In a rare astronomical alignment, the sun, moon and Jupiter assemble after a 144 year cycle. That event is marked with the celebration of Mahakumbh.
Jupiter is the largest planet of our solar system and in Vedic Astrology it is called Brihaspati. It is the master teacher and instructor of all Gods and Rishis. Being the largest, it is also the most influential planet in our horoscope. It is associated with knowledge, wealth and spiritual and moral values.
Otherwise the Kumbh Mela follows a 12 year cycle, again on the positions of sun, moon and Jupiter with the super alignment happening after 12 cycles which brings us to the figure of 144 years. The alignment brings in cosmic and karmic powers to the earth.
Among the 12 Shiv Ratris, Mahashivratri is the most important and the most auspicious too. No wonder it is the last snan day of the Kumbh Mela. It is celebrated with gusto all across the world and has significance in every place from Kashmir to Kanyakumari. People gather in large numbers at Shiv Temples to offer prayers. Celebrations go on till late night since it is believed that it was night when the marriage of Parvati and Shiva took place. It is believed that on this day Shiv performed his Tandav on earth and transformed into a Shiv Ling.
Women come in in the finery best to offer prayers. White flowers are symbolic for Mahashivratri since the Lord of all universes likes them. The bond between Parvati and Shiv is the one which all women yearn for.
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