# Mahashivratri

We introduce simple rituals that can be tastefully arranged at home, for the most meaningful Mahashivratri celebration at home.

We take you through the list of the best Shiva mantras to chant and listen to during Maha Shivratri, including Shiva Dhyana Mantra, Lingashtakam, Om Namah Shivaya and their benefits.

We talk about how to go through Mahashivratri during periods, and explain whether you can participate and in what capacity.

The trishul significance in Shiva’s mythology cannot be overtsated, as it is ever-present in his hand. We look into its significance beyond its place as his primary weapon.

In this article, we discuss why Shiva wears ash and what the significance of Vibhuti is and its place in many Vedic rituals.

We tell the unbelievable story of the Ravana devotion to Shiva, and the trials he went through to prove this to Lord Shiva.

Why is Kailash the abode of Lord Shiva? And what does the image of Lord Shiva atop a mountain signify to us? We reveal all in this article.

The cosmic dance associated with Shiva is a fascinating subject - why or when does Shiva do it, and what does it say about the cosmic balance. We reveal all in this article.

We describe the story of how Shiva came to have the crescent moon on his head - and what is the significance behind this imagery.

Learn more about Shiva’s cosmic dance that can bring about the destruction of all worlds - the Tandava - and the story behind this divine phenomenon.

The Ardhanarishvara form of Shiva carries great significance and meaning. We explain the story of how this form came to be and the hidden meaning behind it.

Any image of Shiva has a snake coiled around his neck. We delve into the story of how this came to be, and what it signifies.