Shiva Sanskrit:, romanized The Auspicious One, also known as Mahadeva Sanskrit:, romanized: Mahdeva, lit. 'The Great God' [made]), is one of Hinduism's most important deities. Lord Shiva is the god of death and time, according to legend. The Sanskrit word klá means "time." In Shaivism, one of Hinduism's primary traditions, he is the Supreme Being.
Shiva has pre-Vedic tribal roots, and the modern Shiva is a combination of numerous ancient non-Vedic and Vedic deities, notably the Rigvedic storm god Rudra, who may also have non-Vedic origins.
Within the Trimurti, Shiva is described as "The Destroyer," a triple deity of highest majesty that also includes Brahma and Vishnu. Shiva is the Supreme Lord of the Shaivite religion, who creates, protects, and transforms the universe. The Goddess, or Devi, is considered as one of the highest in the Shakta religion, but Shiva is worshipped with Vishnu and Brahma. A goddess is said to be each person's energy and creative power (Shakti), with Shiva's equal complementary partner, Parvati (Sati). He is one of the five comparable deities in Hinduism's Smarta tradition's Panchayatana puja.
Maha Shivratri
Maha Shivaratri is an annual Hindu festival dedicated to the god Shiva. The night when Lord Shiva performs the divine dance is also referred to by this name.
On the day before the new moon in every month of the lunisolar Hindu calendar, there is a Shivaratri – "night of Shiva." This night is known as "Maha Shivaratri" – "the Great Night of Shiva" – once a year, in late winter and before the entrance of Summer (February/March). According to the North Indian Hindu calendar, this day falls in the month of Phalguna, while according to the South Indian Hindu calendar, it falls in the month of Magha (see Amanta and Purnimanta systems).
It is a major Hindu celebration that is serious and commemorates the "overcoming of darkness and ignorance" in life and in the globe. It is commemorated by commemorating Lord Shiva and chanting prayers, fasting, and reflecting on ethical and virtues such as honesty, non-injury to others, charity, forgiveness, and Lord Shiva's discoveries. [8] Devotees who are truly dedicated stay up all night. Others pay a visit to a Shiva temple or make a trip to the Jyotirlingams. The event has long been a part of Hinduism, and its origins are unknown, however some western indologists believe it began in the 5th century BC. [8] Maha Shivaratri is observed on Chaturdashi Tithi during Krishna Paksha in the month of Magha, according to the South Indian calendar, also in other months.
The Gregorian date remains the same in various regions of India on the 13/14 night of Krishna Paksha in Phalguna of the Hindu calendar.