Tue Feb 25 11:40:00 UTC 2025: ## Maha Shivratri to be Celebrated Tomorrow with Auspicious Muhurat for Jalabhishek
**New Delhi, February 25** – Maha Shivratri, the auspicious festival dedicated to Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati, will be observed tomorrow, February 26th. According to the Hindu Panchang, the festival falls on the Chaturdashi Tithi of the Krishna Paksha in the Phalguna month. Devotees will perform Jalabhishek (sacred water offering) to Lord Shiva, seeking blessings and fulfillment of desires.
Astrologers recommend chanting specific mantras during the Jalabhishek, including the popular “Om Namah Shivaya,” “Om Tryambakam Yajamahe,” “Om Namo Bhagavate Namah,” and “Om Tatpurushay Vidmahe Mahadevaya Dhimahi Tanno Rudraha Prachodayat.” These mantras are believed to bring prosperity and overall well-being.
Auspicious time slots for Jalabhishek are:
* **Morning:** 6:47 AM to 9:42 AM
* **Midday:** 11:06 AM to 12:35 PM
* **Afternoon:** 3:25 PM to 6:08 PM
* **Night:** 8:54 PM to 12:01 AM
The festival is considered highly significant, with the ritualistic offering of water believed to bring immense spiritual benefits. Devotees are encouraged to participate in the auspicious timings for maximum effect.
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