Mahashivratri 2024: If there is any hindrance in marriage, then offer these things to Lord Shiva on the day of Mahashivratri!

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Mahashivratri has special significance for the devotees of Lord Shiva. This year, Mahashivratri is on Friday, March 8, 2024. Mahashivratri, a holy festival, is celebrated every year on Chaturdashi (14th day) of Krishna Paksha of Phalgun month. It is believed that on this night Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati got married and they both set out on a divine journey together. On this day, people observe fast and perform devotional worship using various materials like Bilva Patra, Bhang, Dhatura, flowers, sandalwood, white sandalwood, white flowers and Ganga water. Hindu tradition mentions specific offerings and food items that are believed to please Lord Shiva. Let us know about the offerings that are believed to please Lord Shiva on Mahashivratri.

Offerings to Lord Shiva on Mahashivratri:

Kheer:

According to Shiva Purana, Lord Shiva is pleased with the offering of Kheer. It is believed that offering Kheer during Mahashivratri brings peace to the family and increases love among the members. It is said that this removes problems and increases family harmony.

White Barfi and Panchamrit:

Offering white barfi to Lord Shiva on Mahashivratri is a symbol of purity and devotion. Panchamrit, a mixture of milk, curd, honey, ghee and sugar, is also considered auspicious. It is believed that these offerings strengthen the Moon in the horoscope, which leads to mental development.

Honey:

It is said that offering honey to Lord Shiva on Mahashivratri calms down adverse planetary positions. It is believed that this improves the position of weak planets and gives auspicious results. Also, offering dry mawa is considered beneficial for economic prosperity.

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Lassi:

Lord Shiva loves Lassi and offering Lassi to him on Mahashivratri is considered auspicious. Distributing lassi as prasad among family members and devotees is a practice to spread happiness and blessings.

Thandai:

Thandai, a drink consisting of various spices and cannabis, is offered to Lord Shiva on Mahashivratri. It is believed that Lord Shiva is pleased with this Prasad and fulfils the wishes of the devotees.

Halwa:

There is a tradition of offering Halwa to Lord Shiva on Mahashivratri. You can prepare halwa using buckwheat flour or semolina. It is said that Lord Shiva is pleased with this Prasad and fulfils the wishes of the devotees.

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Malpua:

It is said that Lord Shiva loves Malpua. Offering Malpua to Lord Shiva on Mahashivratri is considered auspicious and is believed to bring his blessings.

Bhang Containing Items:

Lord Shiva is associated with Bhang and Bhang containing items like Bhang Lassi or Bhang Pakodas can be offered on Mahashivratri. It is believed that consuming cannabis on this day brings joy and spiritual progress.