![]() ![]() In Kashmir Shaivism, the festival is called Har-ratri or phonetically simpler Haerath or Herath by Shiva faithfuls of the Kashmir region. These medieval era Shaiva texts present different mythologies associated with this festival, but all mention fasting and reverence for icons of Shiva such as the Lingam. The Maha Shivaratri is mentioned in several Puranas, particularly the Skanda Purana, Linga Purana and Padma Purana. Maha Shivaratri was the day when Shiva drank poisonous negativity to protect the world. This is an ancient Hindu festival whose origin date is unknown. Others visit one of the Shiva temples or go on pilgrimage to Jyotirlingams. The ardent devotees keep awake all night. It is observed by remembering Shiva and chanting prayers, fasting, doing Yoga, and meditating on ethics and virtues such as self-restraint, honesty, noninjury to others, forgiveness, and the discovery of Shiva. Maha Shivaratri which means “the Great Night of Shiva” is a major festival in Hinduism, this festival is solemn and marks a remembrance of “overcoming darkness and ignorance” in life and the world.
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