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Happy Maha Shivratri to all my friends who are celebrating the sacred union of Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati. Maha Shivratri, which means βThe Great Night of Shiva,β marks one of the most divine and spiritually significant nights in our culture. It is believed to be the night when Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati were finally united in marriage after years of devotion, patience, and unwavering determination.
This festival is not just about rituals, fasting, or staying awake in devotion. It is about understanding one of the purest forms of love ever known β a love that was built on sacrifice, perseverance, and deep spiritual connection.
In todayβs world, what we often call love seems fragile. It breaks easily, fades quickly, and rarely carries the strength of sacrifice or patience. But the story of Shiva and Parvati shows us something far greater. It shows us that true love is not about convenience or attraction; it is about devotion, endurance, and standing firm even in the face of obstacles.
Goddess Parvati, a princess born in a royal palace, chose a path very different from luxury and comfort. She fell in love with Lord Shiva β a yogi who lived in the Himalayas, detached from worldly pleasures. He had no palace, no ornaments, no royal appearance. He covered himself in ashes, wore tiger skin, had serpents around his neck, and was accompanied by ghosts and mystical beings. Yet Parvati saw beyond appearances. She saw the depth, strength, and purity of his soul.
To win his love, she performed intense penance (Tapasya) for years. She endured hardships, gave up comforts, and remained firm in her devotion. Lord Shiva, too, went through phases of solitude and sorrow before accepting her. Their union was not sudden. It was earned through patience and unwavering faith.
This divine story teaches us what love truly means. It is not about outer beauty, wealth, or social status. It is about understanding, respect, and spiritual companionship. It is about two individuals choosing each other despite the worldβs expectations.
Lord Shiva is often called Ardhanarishvara, a form where half of his body represents Parvati. This powerful symbol teaches us that husband and wife are not two separate entities competing with each other. They are two halves of one whole. They complement, balance, and strengthen one another. That is the true meaning of βbetter half.β
Even though they are gods, their journey was not effortless. If divine beings could wait, sacrifice, and struggle for love, what does that tell us about the value of commitment? Love is not meant to be rushed. It is meant to be nurtured with patience and faith.
Maha Shivratri reminds us that love is sacred. It is not a temporary emotion but a lifelong responsibility. It teaches us that devotion builds stronger bonds than attraction ever can. It shows us that true partnership means walking together through every challenge β not only during comfort and joy.
As we celebrate this holy night, may we also reflect on our own relationships. May we learn to value patience over impatience, loyalty over convenience, and depth over appearance. May we understand that love requires effort, sacrifice, and understanding.
On this Maha Shivratri, let us not only chant prayers but also absorb the lessons of this eternal love story. May Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati bless us with wisdom, strength, and relationships built on trust and devotion.
Har Har Mahadev πβ¨
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