Guest guest Posted January 29, 2009 Report Share Posted January 29, 2009 Why do we celebrate Mahashivratri : There are three stories which are associated with this special day: 1. Once Adi Shakti Parvatiji asked Lord Shiva which Vrata and day was the best in terms of giving maximum punyas & his blessings. So Lord Shiva himself revealed about this auspicious day. 2. On this day manifested the great & also the first ever Jyotirmaya form (Anala-skanda) of Lord Shiva in front of Lord Vishnu & Brahmaji. Lord Shiv is the Saguna Roopa of that Jyotirmaya Form. 3. On this day there was also supposed to have been the marriage of Lord Shiva with Adi Shakti. The story of the hunter on Mhashivratri day is the spiritual journey of you and me. The hymn glorifies Lord Shiva, as the universal supreme force in the earth. In the Yajurvedam " RUDRA " prasna is the most important component whereas in the Panchakshara manthra OM NAMA SHIVAYA is more important. packed. Chanting of the Rudram in rhythm, purifies the entire atmosphere and wipes out distress in our lives. " Rudra Japam " is able to wipe out all our sins and mistakes and acts as a 'Prayaschitham' repentance. Sri Rudram is also called as Rudra Upanishad and Satha Rudriyam. In Rudram, there are 11 Anuvakams.After every chant of Rudram another hymn, " CHAMAKAM " is also chanted. The hymn identifies 346 desires of human beings to be fulfilled, to have a peaceful daily life. Chant the mantra `Om Namah Shivaya' entire day and practise Dhyana for longer periods than the usual routine. Remain more introvert on this day contemplating about the truths of life. And have darshan of Lord Shiva where He is properly and regularly worshipped. Mahashivaratri will fall on 23rd February on Thursday in 2009 4.00 A.M Sri Ganapati Homam Sri Rudra Homam 5.00 A.M Kalasa Sthapanam, Avahanam Archana, Arati 6.30 P.M Mahanyasa Parayanam 7.30 P.M Prathama Kala Abhishekam Trisati Archana, 300 names of Lord Shiv Arati Bilva Archna, Lingaashtakam, Mantrapushpam, Prasadam 10.30 P.M Dwiteeya Kala Abhishekam Manyu Sookta, Bilva Ashtottara Sata Nama Archana Shri Uma Maheshwar Strotam, Arati, Mantrapushpam, Prasadam February 19th 1.0 A.M Triteeya Kala Abhishekam Shiv Sahasra 1008 names of Lord Shiva, Sri Rudra Krama Archana Daridyadahan Shiv Strotam, Arati, Mantrapushpam, Prasadam 3.00 A.M Chaturtha Kala Abhishekam Sri Siva Ashtottara Satanama Archana Arati, Mantrapushpam, Prasadam 3.00 A.M Chaturtha Kala Abhishekam Sri Siva Ashtottara Satanama Archana Arati, Mantrapushpam, Prasadam 5.00 A.M Sri Lalita Sahasranama Pooja Sri Siva Kavacha Parayanam Arati, Mantrapushpam, Prasadam 6.00 A.M Sri Nandikeswara Abhishekam Pooja Conclusion The one who recites his name will not fear death. shiveshaanaaM mahaadevaM vaamadevaM sadaashivam.h | namaami shirasaa devaM kiM no mR^ityuH karishhyati Jai Shiv onkara, Prabhu jai Shiv onkara, Brahma Vishnu Sadashiv ardhangi dhara Lord Mrityunjay Mahadev is the winner of death. Meditate and worship on Mrityunjay Mahadev you can can escape from miseries and troubles of this materialistic world as well as the problems related to inner soul. He devours/displels our troubles, tensions, stress as well as our ego. Mahamrityunjaya THE BEING who allows us to conquered death, death of emotions, fears, wrong doing, karma dhosha, evil effects or words and evil eye. Through his worship, Sadhana and meditation one can banish the fear of death forever from one's life. This is why Maarkandey Rishi sang - Chandrashekharaashraye Mam Kim Karishyati Vei Yamah i.e. " When I am in the protection of Lord Chandrashekhar then how can Yama, the Lord of death harm me. " YAMDEV or Death is the greatest warrior of nature who does not know defeat. Though one cannot predict or control death, it is considered possible to influence the ticking of life with the reminiscence of Maha Mrityunjay. For this reason Mriotunjay Mahadev gave Yoga Sutra to Maharishi Patanjali. Read about HIM, emerse yourself in HIS love, let the tears flow from HIS separation. shiveshaanaaM mahaadevaM vaamadevaM sadaashivam.h | namaami shirasaa devaM kiM no mR^ityuH karishhyati Meditate on the Name, worship the Name, and through the Name, you shall be absorbed in intuitive peace and poise. Rudram glorifies Lord Shiva, as the universal supreme force in the earth. In the Yajurvedam " RUDRA " prasna is the most important component whereas in the Panchakshara manthra OM NAMA SHIVAYA is more important. packed. Chanting of the Rudram in rhythm, purifies the entire atmosphere and wipes out distress in our lives. " Rudra Japam " is able to wipe out all our sins and mistakes and acts as a 'Prayaschitham' repentance. Sri Rudram is also called as Rudra Upanishad and Satha Rudriyam. In Rudram, there are 11 Anuvakams.After every chant of Rudram another hymn, " CHAMAKAM " is also chanted. The hymn identifies 346 desires of human beings to be fulfilled, to have a peaceful daily life. The order according to Krishan Yjurveda is in the following manner. Cow Milk - All-round happiness; Cow curds - health; Cow ghee - financial prosperity; Sugarcane(juice or candy) - destruction of sorrow; Honey - Tejo Vridhi; Coconut water - Sarva Sampada Vridhi; Bhasmam - destruction of great sins; Sandal wood water & #65533; Sons prosperity; Pushpodakam - Bhoolabh; Bilvajalam - Bhog and Bhagya; Doorvodakam - Nasta Dravya Prapti; Sesame Oil - Apa Mrityu Haram; Rudrakshodakam - Maha Iswaryam; Gold water - destruction of Daridra; Rice - Raajya Prapti; Grape Juice- Sakala Kaarya Jayam; Dates - Kharjur juice & #65533; destruction of both internal and external enemies; black apples - renunciation; Kasturi Water - Kingdom; Nav Ratan Jal - Dhanya, gruha development; Mango Juice - destruction of long ailments; Turmeric water - Mangal pradam and this is the order. BE DIVINE IN HIS DIVINE LOVE. BE A JOGAN IN HIS LOVE. May The Mother bless us in new year with new hope new dreams and ultimate joy. Let us reflect upon spiritual rest, spiritual renewal, spiritual healing and celebration created to enlighten, encourage, educate and empower ourselves and then the mankind. Rajyalaxmi Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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