In the Puranas many stories and legends explain the origin and significance of the festival Maha Shivaratri. As per one legend, during the period of churning the ocean by the gods and the demons, a pot of poison (Kaal koot) emerged from the ocean. This sudden incident terrified the dev ganas and asura ganas as […]
Legends of Shivrathri
What is the meaning of Mahashivaratri – Shivaratri Significance
Maha Shivaratri is the festival celebrated during the night and is completely dedicated to Lord Shiva, who is also known as the destroyer of evil and the remover of ignorance. The Puranas describe some stories to explain the myth about ‘why is Shivarathri celebrated during the night time. Maha Shivratri 2012 date is February 20. […]