Maha Shivratri Fasting Rituals : Mahashivratri is one of the festivals celebrated by Indians. Devotees of Lord Shiva worship with devotion. It is said to be the day when Lord Shiva got married to Goddess Parvati. But during this time many devotees fast and keep vigil. This year Shivaratri falls on 8th March. Mahashivratri fasting starts in the morning of the festival day and ends in the morning after the night vigil. That means if you fast on 8th March, you can break your fast on 9th morning.
Throughout the year.. there is one Shivaratri in every month. But Maha Shivaratri has a very special place. That's why it is said that if you fast on Mahashivratri, you can get good benefits throughout the year. Puranas say that Lord Shiva promised that those who worshiped him would be dearer than his son Kartikeya. But are you also fasting to serve Lord Shiva? But experts say you should follow some instructions. Here are some tips on how to stay healthy, hydrated, detoxified and rejuvenated during fasting. That means..
Be mentally prepared..
Are you looking to be happy, calm, worshipful.. and smooth throughout the day while doing the holy fast? But prepare yourself mentally. Avoid disturbing things. This will make you happy without stress. Preparing yourself mentally can make fasting easier.
Be hydrated..
Drink at least eight glasses while fasting to cleanse the body. Drink water. It flushes out toxins and waste from the body. If you drink only water during fasting.. definitely drink water to hydrate all parts of the body. It keeps you energetic, fatigue and hunger under control.
Physical Exertion..
Make sure not to do too much physical activity during fasting. If you are a desk worker.. you can work. Alternatively, you can choose a pastime like reading spiritual books, listening to devotional music or meditating to relax your mind without doing any work. . This type of fasting is good for those who find it difficult to stay hungry.. or have health problems. No, if we don't drink anything.. we will have to face serious problems. Pregnant women, people with diabetes, digestive problems, and people with health problems such as weakness should provide the necessary nutrients to the body at least in liquid form. Juices, milk, milkshakes, herbal tea, yogurt or buttermilk can be included.
Light food
Fasting means stomach. There is a dialogue in a movie about being close to God, not changing. Also, when you are hungry, you should eat something light instead of completely stopping fasting. By taking this you will be able to meditate fully on Lord Shiva. Eat fruits and soft foods. Chewing food for a long time is not good. Can be replaced with sweet potatoes, potatoes, bananas, papaya, watermelons.
After breaking the fast..
Do not eat rice while breaking the fast. It is very dangerous. It can seriously damage your health. So after breaking the fast.. take some juice first. After stopping for a while eat fruits.. then take light food. Eat food that is high in fiber and protein and low in calories. If you have health problems, definitely consult a doctor.. Fasting is good."https://telugu.abplive.com/lifestyle/recipes/maha-sivaratri-2024-simple-and-special-recipes-for-the-lord-149220" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Make these offerings to Shiva on the night of Shivaratri.. This is what is pleasing to Shiva