MahaShivaratri Vrat Katha: Hunter's Unintentional Devotion Pleases Lord Shiva

• MahaShivaratri is celebrated with great enthusiasm, with devotees flocking to Shiva temples.
• The Vrat Katha (story of the fast) holds special significance after worshipping Lord Shiva and Mother Parvati.
• A hunter named Chitrabhanu, imprisoned for debt, unknowingly observed the Shivaratri fast and offered Bael leaves to a Shivling.
• His heart transformed after showing mercy to several deer, leading to Lord Shiva's appearance and blessings.
• The hunter, blessed by Shiva, became 'Guh', who later befriended Lord Shri Rama.