Shivratri Kab Hai 2026 || Maha Shivratri Kab Hai || शिवरात्रि पूजा शुभ मुहूर्त || महाशिवरात्रि कब

Summary

Mahashivaratri 2026, on February 15th, is a significant Hindu festival dedicated to Lord Shiva. This video explains the fasting and worship procedure, emphasizing the auspicious times for puja, including the Nishita Kal (12:09 AM to 1:01 AM). The fast starts the day before, and the correct timing for breaking the fast (Paaran) is on February 16th, from 6:59 AM to 3:24 PM. Worship includes offering water, milk, bilva leaves, fruits, and chanting 'Om Namah Shivaya.' The festival marks the divine union of Shiva and Parvati, with prayers and fasting believed to fulfill desires. Happy Mahashivaratri!

Takeaways

• 😀 Mahashivaratri 2026 will be observed on Sunday, February 15th.
• 😀 The most auspicious time for worship, Nishita Kaal, is between 12:09 AM and 1:01 AM on February 15th.
• 😀 The fasting period will end between 6:59 AM and 3:24 PM on February 16th.
• 😀 The four prahars (worship periods) are: 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM (first prahar), 9:00 PM - 12:00 AM (second prahar), 12:00 AM - 3:00 AM (third prahar), and 3:00 AM - 6:00 AM (fourth prahar).
• 😀 Rituals include offerings like water, milk, bel patra, honey, black sesame, and white flowers to Shiva Lingam.
• 😀 The main chant during the worship is 'Om Namah Shivaya'.
• 😀 Fasting should begin the day before Mahashivaratri (on February 14th), with a light meal.
• 😀 Perform rituals with devotion, and you can choose to observe all four prahars or just one.
• 😀 The night of Mahashivaratri celebrates the union of Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati, marking their divine marriage.
• 😀 The significance of Mahashivaratri lies in Lord Shiva’s manifestation as a Shiva Lingam, symbolizing the union of Shiva and Shakti.
• 😀 It is considered highly auspicious to complete the vrat (fasting) before the Chaturdashi tithi ends on February 16th, 5:34 PM.

Q & A

When will Maha Shivaratri be celebrated in 2026?

Maha Shivaratri will be celebrated on Sunday, February 15th, 2026.

What is the significance of Maha Shivaratri?

Maha Shivaratri commemorates the marriage of Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati. It is believed that on this night, Lord Shiva manifested in the form of a Shivling.

What is Nishita Kaal Puja, and when is it conducted?

Nishita Kaal Puja is the most auspicious time for worship during Maha Shivaratri, conducted between 12:09 AM and 1:01 AM on February 16th, 2026.

What is the time for Vrat Parana (breaking the fast) on February 16th?

Vrat Parana can be done between 6:59 AM and 3:24 PM on February 16th, 2026.

What are the four Prahars of Puja and their timings?

The four Prahars of Puja are: First Prahar (6:00 PM to 9:00 PM), Second Prahar (9:00 PM to 12:00 AM), Third Prahar (12:00 AM to 3:00 AM), and Fourth Prahar (3:00 AM to 6:00 AM).

What offerings should be made during the puja?

The offerings include Belt leaves, raw milk, honey, black sesame seeds, and white flowers to the Shivling.

What is the importance of chanting 'Om Namah Shivaya' during the puja?

'Om Namah Shivaya' is a sacred mantra that helps in invoking the blessings of Lord Shiva, and chanting it during the puja ensures spiritual connection and divine grace.

What should be done the day before Maha Shivaratri?

On the day before Maha Shivaratri (14th February), one should eat a light meal and prepare for the fast on Maha Shivaratri.

How should one prepare for Maha Shivaratri on the morning of February 15th?

On the morning of February 15th, wake up early, take a bath, wear clean clothes, and either visit a nearby Shiv temple or perform the puja at home.

What is the significance of fasting during the four Prahars?

Fasting during the four Prahars is believed to fulfill all desires and bring blessings from Lord Shiva. It is considered extremely auspicious.