Mahashivratri 2025: For Hindus, Maha Shivaratri is one of the most sacred and significant festivals, marking the divine union of Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati. Celebrated on the thirteenth night of the dark fortnight in the Hindu month of Phalguna, this year, the festival falls on February 26. Devotees observe the day with great devotion by fasting, chanting sacred mantras, and offering prayers, creating an atmosphere of deep spiritual awakening. As Maha Shivaratri approaches, here’s how Lord Shiva’s divine energy is expected to influence each zodiac sign (Rashi).
Taurus and Libra, ruled by Venus, are showered with Lord Shiva’s grace by offering their prayers on Maha Shivaratri. During this sacred time, they should offer Shivalinga with milk and yoghurt, followed by the offering of eleven Belpatra leaves. White sandalwood, flowers, sugar and rice can also be offered. It is believed that these acts of devotion attract Lord Shiva’s constant blessings, ensuring protection from all evil.
Ruled by Mercury, Gemini and Virgo should offer sugarcane juice and five Belpatra leaves smeared with white sandalwood to Lord Shiva. This ritual is believed to bring happiness, peace and prosperity to the family.
The Moon, the ruling planet of Cancer, is believed to be seated on Lord Shiva’s forehead which grants special blessings to those born under this sign. On Maha Shivaratri, Cancer natives should anoint the Shivalinga with ghee and offer eleven Belpatra leaves with white sandalwood.
Along with this, they should offer rice, raw milk, white shank Pushpa and arka flowers to the Shivalinga This act of devotion is believed to bring mental peace and ensure that all tasks are completed smoothly without any hindrances.
On Maha Shivaratri, Leo natives, ruled by the Sun, should offer honey, ghee, Ganga jal, and water to Lord Shiva. This ritual is said to fulfil all desires, bring progress in career and business, and enhance respect and recognition. It is also said to strengthen relationships with influential and distinguished individuals.
For Sagittarius and Pisces, Maha Shivaratri is a time that can bring good fortune, prosperity and wealth. They can offer milk mixed with saffron or turmeric and offer 21 Belpatra leaves. In addition to the Belpatra, yellow flowers can also be offered to the Shivalinga.
For Capricorn and Aquarius, ruled by Lord Shani, Maha Shivaratri offers an opportunity to strengthen their connection with both Lord Shiva and Shani Dev. To gain blessings, these natives should begin by offering coconut water, raw milk and Gangajal to the Shivalinga. This special offering is believed to enhance the position of Saturn in their birth chart and bring an end to all difficulties and challenges.
