Maha Shivaratri, One of the most important Hindu festivals will be celebrated on Wednesday, 26 February 2025This auspicious night respects the divine dance of Lord Shiva, which is a symbol of ignorance and victory over darkness. Devotees Fast, meditation, And Pray, Demanding blessings for spiritual development, prosperity and inner peace.
Maha Shivaratri not only remembers Lord Shiva ‘S cosmic dance, but also celebrates its holy association Goddess Parvati. Devotees follow strict fasts and create special offerings (bhog) in the form of devotion. It is believed that presenting pure and simple foods to Lord Shiva during Mahashivratri can attract his blessings and fulfill desires.
Here are easy-to-off enjoyment that you can present to Lord Shiva on this auspicious day:
1. Subjunna khichdi
A popular fasting dish, subudana khichdi is made with soaked tapioca pearls, peanuts and light spices. It is light, nutritious and perfect as a Mahashivratri Bhoga.
â–º Materials: Sabdana, peanuts, cumin, green chillies, rock salt and ghee.
Why proposal proposals: Sabadana is considered to be pure and energy-buying, making it an ideal offering.
2. Cannabis
Cannabis or Thandai is one of the best beverages of the festival. Cashew, almonds, fennel, poppy seeds, pistachios, cardamom, saffron, and milk are the main ingredients that are used to prepare cannabis. In addition to presenting Lord Shiva Thandai as enjoyment on Maha -Shivaratri, devotees enjoy this drink as Baba’s offerings.
Material: Milk, almonds, cashews, fennel seeds, poppy seeds, pistachios, cardamom, saffron, sugar and cannabis (optional).
Why proposal: Cannabis holds cultural significance because it is believed that it is a favorite of Lord Shiva, which is a symbol of joy and devotion.
3. Banana and Coconut Ladoo
A simple but tasty sweet made using mashed bananas, grated coconuts, and jaggery, these are ready and perfect for ladoo bhog.
â–º Materials: Ripe bananas, grated coconut, jaggery and cardamom.
Why proposal: Both banana and coconut have religious significance and are considered pure prasad.
4. Fasting velle alu
Experienced with a light potato curry, rock salt and light spices made without onion and garlic, often combined with Etah Puris of Kuttu or Sinhare.
Material: Boiled potatoes, cumin, green chillies, rock salt and coriander leaves.
Why proposal: Potatoes are filling and easy to digest, making them ideal for fasting.
5. Kheer (rice pudding)
Kheer is a classic Indian dessert made with rice, milk and sugar, which is fragrant with cardamom and garnished with dried fruits.
Material: Basmati rice, milk, sugar, cardamom, almonds and cashews.
Why proposal: Known for its simplicity and purity, kheer is often introduced in rituals as a symbol of devotion.
6. Makhna kheer
Makhana Kheer is a popular sweet sweets pudding made with focues, sugar, milk, ghee and many dry fruits. It is tasty and delicious in taste.
â–º Materials: Makhana, milk, sugar, ghee, cardamom, and dried fruits.
Why proposal: Makhana is rich in nutrients and is considered sattvik, making it an ideal fasting dish.
7. Malpua
Maida, semolina, ghee, milk, and sugar are the main elements of Malpua, a sweet dessert. It can be offered to God as indulgence because it is considered one of the favorite foods of Lord Shiva.
Material: Maida, Semolina, Milk, Sugar, Ghee and Cardamom.
Why proposal: Malpua is a delicate of a celebration that is considered to please Lord Shiva.
8. Pudding
A simple and quick pudding made with a type of grain or semolina can be served with dried fruits and can be introduced to Lord Shiva before eating. You can also prepare gram flour pudding and offer it to Lord Shiva.
Material: A type of grain flour/semolina/gram flour, ghee, sugar, cardamom, and dried fruits.
Why proposal: Halwa is a classic offering that is easy to create and keep spiritual importance.
9. Hair fruit (wooden apple)
In the worship of Lord Shiva, vine leaves and fruits are considered highly auspicious. The offering of fresh hair fruits is seen as a pure function of devotion.
Why proposal: Bell is believed to be considered a favorite of Lord Shiva, and invites his blessings while offering it.
Tips to prepare enjoyment:
â–º Always use Pure, sattvik (Non-harmful) material.
Avoid garlic, onion and processed foods.
Maintain cleanliness and prepare food with devotion.
This Maha Shivrati provides this simple and complete enjoyment to Lord Shiva and invites peace, prosperity and divine blessings in his life. Om Namah Shivaya!
