Shiva Lingam is bathed with water, milk, honey, and other sacred substances (Abhishekam). Devotees chant Shiva mantras like "Om Namah Shivaya" and sing hymns like the Shiva Chalisa.
Sivarathiri of this month September is
20 September 2025 - Saturday
Sivarathiri January 2025
27 January 2025 - Monday
Sivarathiri February 2025
26 February 2025 - Wednesday
Sivarathiri March 2025
27 March 2025 - Thursday
Sivarathiri April 2025
26 April 2025 - Saturday
Sivarathiri May 2025
25 May 2025 - Sunday
Sivarathiri June 2025
23 June 2025 - Monday
Sivarathiri July 2025
20 July 2025 - Sunday
Sivarathiri August 2025
21 August 2025 - Thursday
Sivarathiri September 2025
20 September 2025 - Saturday
Sivarathiri October 2025
19 October 2025 - Sunday
Sivarathiri November 2025
18 November 2025 - Tuesday
Sivarathiri December 2025
18 December 2025 - Thursday
Shivaratri, often referred to as Masik Shivaratri, is a monthly observance dedicated to Lord Shiva. Unlike Maha Shivaratri, which is the grand annual celebration, Masik Shivaratri is celebrated every month on the 14th day of the dark fortnight (Krishna Paksha). This corresponds to the day before the new moon (Amavasya) Each Masik Shivaratri has unique significance depending on the month. For example: Margashirsha Masik Shivaratri is considered highly auspicious for wealth and prosperity. Shravan Masik Shivaratri, occurring during the holy month of Shravan, holds special importance.Masik Shivaratri dates vary each month and are determined based on the tamil calendar.
Spiritual Growth: It is believed to be an auspicious time for spiritual practices, meditation, and devotion to Lord Shiva. Fasting and Worship Observing a fast and worshiping Lord Shiva on Masik Shivaratri is thought to bring peace, prosperity, and liberation from past sins (karma). Energy Alignment According to spiritual traditions, Shivaratri represents the convergence of divine energies and is considered a powerful day to align oneself with these energies.