Masik Shivaratri 2023, Some days in Hindu life are bless with an extra spiritual energy, and Masik Shivaratri is one of those days. Lord Shiva is worship every month, and on this sacred day, the divine power of Mahadev is at its strongest. Indians and all global devotees fast on this day with complete dedication, deeming proper prayer on Masik Shivaratri a vow of peace, good health, and liberation from previous karmas.
While the once-a-year Maha Shivaratri is a grand festival, few are aware that the month has a Shivaratri of its own, one which is significant. Astroeshop presents the devotees with an opportunity to pay their respects to Lord Shiva in the simplest manner possible through the assistance of spiritually imbued products, pooja kits, and astrological guidance specially designed for the occasion.
What is Masik Shivaratri?
Shivaratri is “Shiva’s Night.” Masik Shivaratri is the yearly monthly festival held on the Chaturdashi Tithi (14th day) of Krishna Paksha (14th day of the waning phase of the moon) of every Hindu lunar month. Maha Shivaratri is observe annually during the Phalgun month, while Masik Shivaratri is observe twelve times in a year.
Each Masik Shivaratri is a good day to worship Lord Shiva, meditate, and perform rituals that cleanse the soul and invoke the blessings of God.
Masik Shivaratri 2023 Dates
Masik Shivaratri occurred in every month of 2023, and all of them coincided with the corresponding lunar calendar period. While the exact muhurat was different from location to location, the following are the dates in question (Indian Standard Time):
- January 20, 2023 – Paush Masik Shivaratri
- February 19, 2023 – Magh Masik Shivaratri
- March 20, 2023 – Phalgun Masik Shivaratri
- April 19, 2023 – Chaitra Masik Shivaratri
- May 18, 2023 – Vaishakh Masik Shivaratri
- June 17, 2023 – Jyeshtha Masik Shivaratri
- July 16, 2023 – Ashadha Masik Shivaratri
- August 15, 2023 – Shravan Masik Shivaratri
- September 14, 2023 – Bhadrapada Masik Shivaratri
- October 14, 2023 – Ashwin Masik Shivaratri
- November 12, 2023 – Kartik Masik Shivaratri
- December 12, 2023 – Masik Shivaratri of Margashirsha
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The Legend of Masik Shivaratri
There are many legends discussed in Hindu scriptures regarding why Shivaratri, on a yearly or monthly basis, is so sacred.
The Marriage of Shiva and Parvati
One of the best-known traditions is that it is the holy wedding of Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati. On this day, human beings remain on a fast and make prayers and wish for a successful married life.
The Samudra Manthan and Neelkanth
During the time of ocean churning (Samudra Manthan), a toxic substance, Halahal, was produce and endangered the entire creation. Lord Shiva ingested this poison to protect the universe and stored it in his neck, and it became blue. It is said that this great sacrifice happen on the night of Shivaratri.
Liberation from Sins
There is one such story of a hunter who, while sleeping under a tree on the halfway through Shivaratri night, unconsciously presented Bilva leaves to a Shivling. This unconscious act freed him of all sin and attained liberation, ensuring the possibility that even negligent worship is salvific during this sacred night.
Significance of Masik Shivaratri
Masik Shivaratri reminds us that there is no need to wait for Maha Shivaratri to perform worship of Lord Shiva. By performing this vrat every month:
- The sadhakas gain strength in sadhana practice.
- The mind becomes focused through meditation and chanting.
- Planetary shackles, particularly of Shani, Rahu, and Ketu, lighten up.
Method to do Fast: How to Observe Masik Shivaratri Fast
It is essential to follow the vrat properly to derive its maximum benefit.
Morning Rituals
- Wake up extremely early in the morning during a Brahma Muhurat and take a holy water bath, ideally blend Ganga Jal if not possible to bathe with only Ganga Jal.
- Wear pure white or saffron-colored apparel.
- Make a Sankalp (vow) for fasting, stating your desire—health, wealth, or spiritual.
Rules of Fasting
- Some people do a Nirjala Vrat (nothing to drink or eat) for 24 hours.
- Some people have just fruits, milk, and water.
- Do not eat cooked food, pulses, and grains after the completion of the pooja the next day.
Worship in the Night At Nishita Kaal
The main worship is done at night, preferably during Nishita Kaal (the middle part of the hours of night), which is ideal.
- Place Shivling (stone, Parad, or crystal) on a clean altar.
- Abhishek with milk, water, honey, curd, ghee, and sugar.
- Offering of Bilva leaves, dhatura, sandalwood paste, and flowers.
- Incense sticks and a diya are lit.
- Recite “Om Namah Shivaya” or the Maha Mrityunjaya Mantra 108 times.
- Finish with Shiva Aarti and prasad offering.
Masik Shivaratri mantras
Repeating mantras during Masik Shivaratri adds spiritual power:
- Panchakshari Mantra – Om Namah Shivaya
- Maha Mrityunjaya Mantra – Om Tryambakam Yajamahe Sugandhim Pushtivardhanam
- Shiva Gayatri Mantra – Om Tatpurushaya Vidmahe Mahadevaya Dhimahi Tanno Rudrah Prachodayat
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Gyan Pooja of Masik Shivaratri Vrat
- Spiritual Growth – Regular devotion quiets the mind and amplifies meditation.
- Erasing Sins – Acts as a cleansing force, annihilating negative karmas.
- Boon for Health & Longevity – Imparts immunity and vitality.
- Prosperity – Provides lucky chances, New Directions, Travel and riches.
- Planetary Cures – Nullifies the ill effects of Shani, Rahu, and Ketu.
- Marital Bliss – Strengthens husband-wife relationship.
Astrological Significances of fasting during Masik Sivratri
Astrologically, Masik Shivaratri falls on a lunar phase that renders religious enlightenment, mental tranquillity and clarity possible. Fasting on this day harmonises planetary forces, especially for those who are already experiencing trouble because of inauspicious planetary positions in their horoscope.
Astroeshop’s expert panel of astrologers can provide personalised Shivaratri remedies from your birth chart so that your vrat works in tune with your individual planetary needs.
Astroeshop Special Offers for Masik Shivaratri 2023
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Charged Parad, Narmada stone, or crystal Shivlings.
Masik Shivaratri Pooja Kits with Bilva or (Bel) patra, pure ghee, agarbatti, dhoop, guggal, Chandan, Akshat, Honey, Curd, Powdered Sugar and Abhishek materials.
Zodiac-Specific Rudraksha Recommendations for additional and special blessings of lord Shiva.
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Muhurat Suggestion based on Astrology for maximum pooja time.
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Conclusion
Masik Shivaratri is not a simple monthly ritual, but rather an opportunity every month to align your soul with the superior power of Lord Shiva. To do this vrat with enthusiasm imbues one with worldly prosperity along with spiritual development and divine power.
By Astroeshop, the devotees are able to perform the rituals in the most natural and spiritually fulfilling way, with the help of experts only and divine, if only with charged material. Whether health, peace, or liberty, Lord Shiva’s blessings on Masik Shivaratri can be a fresh beginning for your spiritual journey.
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