Shivaratri

Another important thing about this festival is that it helps us stay healthy because we have to stay awake all night long without any food or water, which gives us energy throughout the whole night to perform various rituals during this period like bathing in River Ganges or offering prayers to our ancestors who are believed dead in heaven but still alive on earth!

Hindus observe Mahashivaratri, also known as Shravan Navami (or Shravana Navami). It falls in the month of Shravan, which is usually between July and August. Mahashivaratri marks the start of the Hindu lunar year and is celebrated on the night before the new moon.

The festival celebrates Lord Shiva, who represents stability and strength. It is believed that Shiva’s grace can make all things strong and beautiful.

The word “Mahashivaratri” means “greater than Shiva,”  which refers to how important this day is in Hinduism. In fact, it is regarded as so important that all Hindus who wish to practice their religion must fast on this day.

In addition to fasting, people also perform rituals such as singing songs praising Lord Shiva and praying for good health and prosperity throughout the year

Maha Shivaratri is a festival celebrated by Hindus. It falls on the 14th day of the bright half of the moon in the month of Maagha (January/February). The festival marks Lord Shiva’s victory over demons, which according to legend occurred when he drank poison from a cup given by Goddess Parvati.

The fast during Maha Shivaratri is called Shukla Paksha Durga Puja, where devotees worship Durga (Shakti) for ten days. On this day, devotees fast and worship at various temples across India and abroad.

The significance of fasting during Maha Shivaratri is that it cleanses one’s body and soul from all sins. It also helps one understand God’s power better and gain wisdom from Him.