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.
Maadha Sivarathiri of this month January is
17 January 2026 - Saturday
Maadha Sivarathiri January 2026
17 January 2026 - Saturday
Maadha Sivarathiri February 2026
15 February 2026 - Sunday
Maadha Sivarathiri March 2026
17 March 2026 - Tuesday
Maadha Sivarathiri April 2026
15 April 2026 - Wednesday
Maadha Sivarathiri May 2026
15 May 2026 - Friday
Maadha Sivarathiri June 2026
13 June 2026 - Saturday
Maadha Sivarathiri July 2026
12 July 2026 - Sunday
Maadha Sivarathiri August 2026
11 August 2026 - Tuesday
Maadha Sivarathiri September 2026
09 September 2026 - Wednesday
Maadha Sivarathiri October 2026
09 October 2026 - Friday
Maadha Sivarathiri November 2026
07 November 2026 - Saturday
Maadha Sivarathiri December 2026
07 December 2026 - Monday
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.