Maha Shivaratri 2026: Unlock Inner Peace with Sacred Lamp Worship

• Maha Shivaratri is a sacred night for purifying body, mind, and soul, believed to awaken inner power through vigil, fasting, chanting, and meditation.
• Shaiva tradition states that Lingodbhava manifested on this night, symbolizing Paramashiva's infinite nature and conveying a message of humility and compassion.
• The four-kala pujas represent stages of human life; Abhishekam with milk and coconut water signifies mind purity, while sandalwood and Bilva leaves purify karma.
• Fasting on Shivaratri involves dietary restrictions, keeping body and mind controlled, staying awake, chanting Shiva's name, and performing Rudrabhishekam.
• Home puja can be done by lighting a ghee lamp, installing a Shivlinga or kalasha, offering white flowers and Bilva leaves, and chanting "Om Namah Shivaya" 108 times.