Maha Shivratri 2026: Unveiling the True Significance Beyond Shiva-Parvati Marriage

• Maha Shivratri 2026 will be celebrated on Sunday, February 15, on the Chaturdashi Tithi of Krishna Paksha in the month of Magha.
• According to Shiva Purana, Maha Shivratri marks the first manifestation of Lord Sadashiva as a divine, colossal Lingam to resolve the dispute between Brahma and Vishnu.
• This day is considered the birth ceremony of Lord Shiva's Lingam form, signifying his manifestation from formless to concrete.
• Contrary to popular belief, Shiva Purana states that Shiva's marriages to Sati and Parvati occurred on different dates, not Maha Shivratri.
• Observing fast and performing Jalabhishek on Shivling on Maha Shivratri is believed to fulfill wishes, remove troubles, and bring progeny, wealth, and health.

Why It Matters: Maha Shivratri celebrates Lord Shiva's manifestation as the divine Lingam, not his marriage to Parvati.