(Image: Sri Sathya Sai Baba Facebook page) Maha Shivaratri: Significance Most people ask why Maha Shivaratri is celebrated. To understand what is the significance of Maha Shivaratri , we need to understand the essence of why we worship Shiva and why He is shown to reside in the mighty Kailasa. A thorough study of the Shiva Purana is a good place to start. Without equipping ourselves with knowledge through the Vedas and the Puranas, none of us can fully comprehend the glory and splendour of Maha Shivaratri. Bhagawan Sri Sathya Sai Baba says, " Purity, Sacredness and Steadiness is the crux of Himachalam ' - and He further observes that through our sadhana on Maha Shivaratri, 'Deham becomes Devalayam', the abode of true Kailasa." [READ: Where is Kailasham?] Maha Shivaratri: What To Eat on Maha Shivaratri Fasting on Maha Shivaratri is believed to bring manifold blessings and divine protection of Mahadev. For those who cannot fast, keep meals vegetarian, light and sat...
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