Mahashivratri 2025: Date, Puja Time, Celestial Alignment, Etc.

Maha Shivaratri is a significant Hindu festival celebrated between February and March to honour Lord Shiva. As per the Hindu calendar, it is celebrated on the fourteenth day of the Phalguna month (lunar month). 

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Mahashivratri 2025 Date & Puja Vidhi

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This year, the festival of Maha Shivratri will be celebrated on Wednesday, February 26, 2025. It is celebrated to honour the union of Shiva and Shakti. 

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Both Shiva and Shakti are considered the divine masculine and feminine energies that maintain the universe’s equilibrium.

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According to several mythological lores, this festival also commemorates the union between Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati. Lord Shiva is also known to have performed his divine dance, Tandava, on the same day. 

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Devotees all over the world perform Tandava on this special occasion to express their devotion to Lord Shiva. 

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Mahashivratri Puja Timings

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Check out all the important dates and timings for puja and significant rituals.

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What is so special about Mahashivratri 2025?

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This year, the festival of Maha Shivratri is special because of a rare celestial alignment. This auspicious celestial event last took place 60 years ago. 

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The planetary alignment of Venus and Rahu is going to be in Pisces; this is considered a very powerful and strong alignment for love and relationships.

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As the Hindu festival celebrates the union of Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati’s commitment, it is considered auspicious for couples and singles. It is an optimum period for manifestation and rituals related to commitment. 

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Sun, Mercury, and Saturn will also be transitioning in Aquarius, which is also considered a rare celestial alignment. 

Aside from planetary alignment, February 26th is also the last day of Maha Kumbh Mela’s Kumbh Snan ritual, making Mahashivratri more special and divine.