{"id":43093,"date":"2023-02-16T18:15:04","date_gmt":"2023-02-16T12:45:04","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/instaastro.com\/blog\/?p=43093"},"modified":"2023-12-06T11:38:00","modified_gmt":"2023-12-06T06:08:00","slug":"mahashivratri-2023-history-significance-and-shubh-muhurat","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/instaastro.com\/blog\/mahashivratri-2023-history-significance-and-shubh-muhurat\/","title":{"rendered":"Mahashivratri 2023: History, Significance and Shubh Muhurat"},"content":{"rendered":"

“Om Tatpurushaya Vidmahe Mahadevaya Dhimahi Tanno Rudrah Prachodayat.”<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Mahashivratri 2023 is just a few days away, and we thought what else could be better than starting our blog with a mantra that pleases Lord Shiva. InstaAstro has come up with the lowdown on the history, significance, and shubh muhurat of Mahashivratri 2023.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Mahashivratri celebration is considered the night of Lord Shiva and devotees perform a special pooja to seek his blessings on this auspicious day. Dubbed as the darkest night of the year, Mahashivratri symbolizes the victory of light over darkness.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Listen from our legends: Different stories behind Mahashivratri\u00a0<\/b><\/span><\/h2>\n

For all these years, Lord Shiva devotees have celebrated Mahashivratri with true devotion. But have we ever thought about why do we celebrate Mahashivratri?\u00a0 Or what is the astrological significance of Mahashivratri? Scroll through to know meaning of Mahashivratri or it’s significance.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Story 1\u00a0<\/b><\/span><\/p>\n

The story of Samudra Manthan, recited by our grandmothers, always excited us as kids. Some legends believe that the origin of Mahashivratri is also related to the incident of Samudra Manthan. During Samudra Manthan, the poison Lord Shiva drank could destroy the whole world. This is why we celebrate this day as Mahashivratri.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Story 2\u00a0<\/b><\/span><\/p>\n

Now let us hop on to the next Mahashivratri 2023 story. <\/span>Some legends claim Mahashivratri was when Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati married each other. Everyone knows that Goddess Parvati is the reincarnation of Sati. So Godess Parvati spent years in meditation to impress Lord Shiva. Finally, seeing her true devotion, Lord Shiva decided to marry her. And this is when Lord Shiva and Parvati became one on the day of Mahashivratri. In other words we can say that Mahashivratri is Lord Shiva marriage date.\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

Story 3<\/b><\/span><\/p>\n

The origin of the following story dates back to Shiva Purana. Lord Brahma, Lord Vishnu, and Lord Shiva are together known as ‘Trimurti’. Where Lord Brahma is seen as the creator of this world, Lord Vishnu is known as the preserver, and Lord Shiva is seen as the destroyer of this world. Let us tell you a fascinating story about Mahashivratri’s origin. <\/span><\/p>\n

The question of superiority became the reason for a quarrel between Lord Vishnu and Brahma. The quarrel between the two got so intense that the other gods were left with no option but to seek the help of Lord Shiva. Only Lord Shiva can intervene and stop this fight between the two. Here is when Lord Shiva’s cunningness took on the front stage.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

He starts a fire or a ray of light and says whoever will find the origin of this light will be declared superior. The hunger for recognition and superiority is what makes this story more fascinating. Both the lords take the form of a swan and boar to find the origin of the light. Despite looking for hours, Lord Vishnu and Lord Brahma fail to locate the origin. Lord Vishnu surrenders himself and informs Lord Shiva that he cannot find the origin.<\/span><\/p>\n

However, Lord Brahma did not do the same. The world’s creator, aka Lord Brahma, lies to Lord Shiva and declares that he found the origin of the fire or light. Little did he know that everything was a set-up by Lord Shiva, and no one could locate the end. The lie makes Lord Shiva angry, and he curses Lord Brahma that no one will worship him since he chose the path of the lie.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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Shubh Muhurat for Mahashivratri 2023\u00a0<\/b><\/span><\/h3>\n

Now that you know about Mahashivratri significance, let us talk about shubh muhurat.\u00a0<\/span>According to Hindu mythology and tradition, the concept of muhurat dates back to the time of creation. It is believed that Lord Brahma created five elements: air, water, fire, earth and ether. After that he created \u2018muhurat\u2019 for the smooth functioning of all these elements.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

If you are looking for shubh muhurat for Mahashivratri 2023, stop looking. The astrologers at InstaAstro, will give you every detail about correct timings for Mahashivratri puja.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span>Now, let us look at the shubh muhurat for Mahashivratri 2023 that will bring positive results in your life.\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

Also Read:\u00a0Why Does Lord Krishna Wear A Peacock Feather?<\/a><\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

First prahar puja muhurat:<\/b> 06:13 PM to 9:24 PM<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

Second prahar puja muhurat:<\/b> 09:24 PM to 12:35 AM<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

Third prahar puja muhurat:<\/b> 12:35 AM to 03:46 AM\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

Fourth prahar puja muhurat: <\/b>03:46 AM to 6:56 AM\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

Mahashivratri paaran timings<\/b>: 06:56 AM to 03:24 PM ( 19th February)\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

Pooja Vidhi for Mahashivratri 2023 Vrat\u00a0<\/b><\/span><\/h3>\n

People fasting for Mahashivratri for the first time need to pay close attention. Read along to know the actual pooja vidhi of Mahashivratri vrat.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n