Astrology News: There are many fasts and festivals in Sanatan Dharma and all have their own significance but Mahashivratri is considered very special which comes every year in the month of Phalgun. On this auspicious day, Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati are duly worshiped. It is celebrated and fasts etc. are also observed. It is believed that by worshiping and fasting on this day, one gets the blessings of God.
This time the festival of Mahashivratri is being celebrated on 8th March, Friday i.e. today. In such a situation, if you are fasting on Mahashivratri today, then definitely keep some rules in mind, otherwise you will be deprived of the full results, so today we are providing you information about those rules, so let us know.
Keep these things in mind during Mahashivratri fast-
If you have observed a fast on Mahashivratri, then definitely keep this in mind. That one should avoid sleeping on this day. It is believed that by doing this you do not get the full results of the fast. If you want to get auspicious results, then meditate on Lord Shiva as much as possible on the day of Mahashivratri and keep your mind calm. One should not bring negative thoughts even by mistake on this day. It is not considered good to do so.
People observing fast on Mahashivratri should take special care in their eating habits. White salt should not be consumed during this fast. During the fast, it is prohibited to consume grains like rice, wheat, barley, millet, maize, along with this, it is also prohibited to consume peanuts, gram, kidney beans, peas etc. You can eat fruits instead of these. Those observing fast on Mahashivratri should avoid consuming meat and alcohol on this day. One should not consume tamasic things on this day. Garlic and onion should also not be used on this day. Otherwise blame is felt.