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Mahashivratri fast is considered one of the biggest and important fasts of the year. It is believed that by worshiping Lord Mahadev on the day of Mahashivratri, all the wishes are fulfilled. On this day, both men and women keep fast because girls keep this fast to get a good groom. According to mythology, the marriage of Mother Parvati and Mahadev took place on the day of Mahashivratri. For this reason, monthly Shivratri fast is also observed in this month. Mahashivratri is celebrated once a year. So know when is Mahashivratri this year and how to please Bholenath.
Mahashivratri fast
According to the Panchang, the fast of Mahashivratri will be observed on Chaturdashi of Krishna Paksha of Phagan month. This year, Chaturdashi Tithi of Krishna Paksha of Phagan month will start on March 8 at 9.57 pm and will end on March 9 at 6.17 pm. Therefore it will be celebrated on Friday, March 8. The auspicious time for Mahashivratri worship is being seen in 4 Prahar. So know the time.
Moments of the four hours of Mahashivratri
- Auspicious time for worshiping the first hour of the night – 6:25 pm to 9:28 pm
- Auspicious time for puja in the second quarter of the night – 9:28 pm to 12:31 pm on March 9.
- Auspicious time for Ratri Tritiya Prahar Puja – 12:31 pm to 3:34 pm
- Auspicious time for Ratri Chaturtha Prahar Puja – 3.34 am to 6.37 am
Know which color clothes should not be worn
-On the day of Mahashivratri, wear clean clothes after bathing in the morning. Wear green clothes on this day. Do not wear black clothes even by mistake on this day. At the time of puja, offer Bilapatra, Bhang, Dhatura, nutmeg, sweet betel and white colored sweets. With this your worship will be completed.