Mahashivratri 2024 Auspicious Times:
Today, the festival of Mahashivratri, dedicated to Lord Shiva, is being celebrated with fervor on 8 March. According to the Hindu calendar, this auspicious night falls on the 14th day of the waning moon in the month of Phalguna, and it’s believed that on this day, Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati were united in holy matrimony. Let's explore today's propitious timings, worship rituals, and the significance of the four Prahars (phases) of worship.
Mahashivratri Auspicious Timings (Mahashivratri 2024 Auspicious Timings)
The 14th lunar day begins tonight at 9:57 PM, concluding at 6:17 PM this evening. Worship is traditionally performed during the Nishita Kaal.
Nishita Kaal -
From tonight at 12:05 AM till 12:56 AM on March 9
First Prahar Worship Time-
Begins tonight at 6:25 PM and concludes at 9:28 PM.
Second Prahar Worship Time-
Starts tonight at 9:28 PM, ending at 12:31 AM on March 9.
Third Prahar Worship Time-
Commences at 12:31 AM tomorrow and finishes at 3:34 AM.
Fourth Prahar Worship Time-
From 3:34 AM tomorrow morning to 6:37 AM.
Mahashivratri Auspicious Conjunction (Mahashivratri 2024 Auspicious Conjunction)
This year’s Mahashivratri sees heavenly bodies in five zodiac signs. The Moon and Mars will be in conjunction in Capricorn, forming the prosperous Lakshmi Yoga. Hence, this Mahashivratri can remove financial obstacles. A strong Moon and Jupiter also create favorable conditions. On this Mahashivratri, employment hassles can be alleviated too. Today also marks the observation of Shukra Pradosh Vrat and Masik Shivratri.
Mahashivratri Worship Methodology (Mahashivratri 2024 Worship Method)
Rise before sunrise on Mahashivratri and bathe. Take a vow in presence of Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati to observe the fast with full devotion. Then begin the prayers at auspicious timings. Gather materials like roli, vermillion, rice, flowers, sacred thread, clothes, incense, a mix of seven grains, Bael leaves, Akanda flowers, Datura flowers, etc.. Create Panchamrit using cow's ghee, yogurt, milk, and dry fruit. Visit the temple and bathe Lord Shiva with Panchamrit, offer water infused with saffron, and light an uninterrupted flame. Chant Lord Shiva's mantra 'Om Namah Shivaya' 108 times afterward.
