Masa Shivratri which falls on Krishna Paksha Chaturdashi every month is the most auspicious day for Shiva worship. Devotees believe that on this auspicious day, Shiva Parvati's kalyanam will remove family strife and increase mutuality.
Here is the complete explanation about the special Shiva Parvati Kalyanam of Masa Shivratri:
Kalyanam Vishishtata
Shiva Parvati Kalyanam is not just a divine marriage, it symbolizes the union of Nature (Parvati) and Purusha (Shiva). This marriage is done for the welfare of the world, to establish peace in the world.
Benefits of Kalyanam
Mangalpradam: Obstacles will be removed for young men and women who are trying to get married and get married quickly.
Conjugal comfort: Animosity between husband and wife will be removed and reciprocity will increase.
Attainment of progeny: Those who wish for progeny will be rewarded by performing this kalyan.
Sarva Papa Haranam: Puranas say that seeing or participating in the marriage of Shiva and Parvati is as meritorious as performing Ashwamedha Yagama.
Kalyan Process
Kalyan is performed in temples on the month of Shivratri with great pomp.
Anujna & Ganapati Puja: Praying Lord Ganesha for the wedding ceremony to go off without disruptions.
Punyahavachana: Sanctifying the pooja dravyas and the marriage venue.
Kankan Dharana: Tying Raksha bandhanam (bracelet) to Swami and Amma.
Pravara: Reciting gotra names and genealogy of Shiva Parvata (Shiva is eternal Purusha so reading his gotras is special).
Mangalasutra dharana: While the pundits chant Vedic mantras, during the auspicious time they perform Mangalasutra dharana to Goddess Parvati on behalf of Lord Shiva.
Talambras: Swami and Ammavars pouring Talambras on each other is the most beautiful moment of this ceremony.
Mahamangala Harati: After completion of Kalyanam all the devotees visit Swami Ammavars and perform Harati.
Significance of Masa Shivratri
Moon influence is less on Masa Shivratri, making it easier to control the mind. Shiva kalyanam or abhishekam performed on this day controls the desires of the mind and brings spiritual elevation.
Devotees Fasting: It is auspicious to fast on the month of Shivratri and participate in Kalyanam.
Vigil: Vigil at night with the remembrance of Shiva's name after the marriage will give double results.
Prasad: Prasad given after marriage should be accepted with devotion.
Important Suggestion: Offering silk cloths or mangalsutra in this month's Shivratri Kalyanam especially for those who are facing marriage obstacles will prevent dosha.
The ritual is performed by Puja Phal's associated priests in a traditional, pure manner, with the name and gotra of the devotees, exclusively online. The video recording of the complete puja is sent to the devotees' WhatsApp.
