Get ready to have a great time on Maha Shivratri 2024 with our list of essential puja samagri and bhog items to ensure your celebration is a success.
Maha Shivratri is a Hindu festival celebrated in honor of Lord Shiva every year in February and March. This year, the festival will be held on March 8, on the 14th day of the lunar month of Phalguna or Magha according to the Hindu calendar. The ceremony commemorating the marriage of Shiva and Parvati and the dance of Shiva is called Tandava.
This festival is very important because, according to Hinduism, it symbolizes “overcoming darkness and the unknown” in life and in the world. Practices include reciting prayers, fasting, meditating on moral principles such as justice and charity, and remembering the virtues of Shiva.
Bhog products for Puja samagri and Maha Shivratri:
On this day, gifts like belpatra, hemp, datura, mada flowers, white sandalwood, white flowers, Ganges water and milk are given ceremonially. Bhole Shankar. It is believed that fasting and worshiping Shiva and Parvati on Mahashivratri can fulfill all wishes. While Shiva pleases only the water pot and Belpatra, the devotee is given other gifts and Prasad with special blessings of Mahadev. Let’s see the Bhog products:
Malpua: During Mahashivratri puja, malpua prepared with desi ghee is offered to Lord Bholenath at home. Lord Shiva is especially fond of Malpua.
Thankai: Worship of Lord Shiva also includes the use of marijuana. You can also offer Bhang Thandai on this day to please Mahadev and fulfill your wish.
Panchamrit: During Mahashivratri worship, bhang and panchamrit are offered as purity to Lord Shankar. This is considered to be Lord Shiva’s favorite.
Desserts: White sweets made from milk are offered during Mahashivratri worship. This is a suitable gift to seek the blessings of Lord Shiva. Sugar and honey are also often offered.
Makhana Kheer: Prepare Makhana kheer with milk and offer it to Lord Shiva. Rice kheer is also a valuable gift.
Dhatura: Shiva Purana recommends offering Dhatura fruit during Shiva worship as it is believed to eliminate sadness and help during pregnancy.
