About Shivaratri

The fourteenth day of every lunar month or the day before the new moon is known as Shivratri. Among all the twelve Shivratris that occur in a calendar year, Mahashivratri, which arises in February-March, is of the most spiritual significance. On this night, the northern hemisphere of the planet is positioned so that there is a natural upsurge of energy in a human being. This is a day when nature pushes one towards one’s spiritual peak. It is to make use of this, that in this tradition, we establish a particular festival which is night-long. One of the fundamentals of this night-long festival is to ensure that – to allow this natural upsurge of energies to find their way – you remain with your spine vertical – you stay awake. Mahashivratri is very significant for people who are on the spiritual path. It is also essential for people in family situations and the ambitious in the world. People who live in family situations observe Mahashivratri as Shiva’s wedding anniversary. Those with worldly ambitions see that day as the day Shiva conquered all his enemies.

Shivaratri Dates 2026