![]() ![]() At this moment when everyone panicked, Lord Shiva was the one who drank all the poison and saved the world. But in the start, a deadly poison emerged which was the potential destruction of the universe. The legend tells the story of Devas and Asuras who churned the ocean to get Amrit the nectar to immortality. Some regard this as the night when the Lord performed Shiva Tandava (cosmic dance) and others hold this as the occasion when the divine couple Shiva and Parvati got married. There are many ancient legends that mention about Maha Shivratri. This day falls on the Hindu month of Phalguna or between February to March. The greatest of such monthly Shivratri is known as Happy Maha Shivratri, this day is considered to be very sacred for the worship of Lord Shiva. It is believed that fasting and staying vigil over the night of Maha Shivratri can get rid of the sins of the devotees and reward them with liberation. The fasting and puja ceremonies are observed by the Hindus. Shivratri is one of the most important festivals in the Hindu tradition. ![]()
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