MAHA SIVARATRI CELEBRATIONS 2008

ABOUT MAHA SIVARATRI

MAHA SIVARATRI means the “the great auspicious night.” The most significant practices on this day are offerings of Bilva leaves to Lord Shiva, fasting and all night long vigil. In temples all across the country, bells ring, and sacred texts are chanted and traditional offerings of leaves and milk are made to the Shiva lingam, the phallic symbol of the God. It is said that he who utters the names of Shiva during Shivaratri, with perfect devotion and concentration, is freed from all sins.

Event Details

Maha Sivaratri, the great auspicious night of Lord Siva was celebrated by DYC-DFW chapter with the blessings of Parama Pujya Sri Swamiji, on Mar 5th 2008 at the residence of Lalitha and Vamsi Kotla in Frisco. All the devotees that attended the event had an opportunity to participate in Shodashopachara puja with Ridrabhishekam performed by Pavani Thakker, Namasankeertana and an invigorating Bhajan session. The celebration was initiated with Shodashpachara puja that also involved every participant to graciously perform Abhishekam to Shiva Lingam while listening to Namakam Chamakam and Shiva Kavacham chanted by Hari Madiraju. Devotees enthusiastically sang Sri Swamiji’s compositions on Lord Shiva during the bhajan session that gave spritual energy to all the devotees through out the night till 12:00 AM. The event was concluded with Mangalam and Kakada Arati followed by Maha Pradsadam.

Maha Sivaratri 2008 Photos
Lalitha & Vamsi Kotl's Residence

 

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