Why is Shivratri so highly revered by all yogi mahatmas? How should a sadhak celebrate Shivratri?

Sadguru Shivakalpa Mahayogi Sri Sri Dadaji Maharaj, in his previous spiritual discussions, told us the stories behind Shivaratri, and the significance of offering bael leaves and water to Lord Shiva on Shivratri, as mentioned in various Puranas and Shastras.

But what is the actual spiritual significance of Shivaratri? Dadaji Maharaj then said, “You all now know the mythological background of Shivaratri but if seen from a spiritual perspective, the meaning of Shivratri is different”. Dadaji Maharaj then explained to us the spiritual significance of Shivratri, and why Shivratri is so highly revered among all yogis mahatmas.

Lord Shiva is the greatest yogi, he is the AdiYogi; He possesses complete knowledge of the Universe. He knows the best time to achieve “Siddhi” in Sadhana. He knows when a rare moment will be created in the Universe, the moment at which a Yogi can achieve “Siddhi” through Sadhana easily.

Spiritual Significance of the night of Shivaratri

There are certain significant days in the year, such as Saptami of Durgotsav, Ashtami, Navami Tithi, midnight of Kali Puja, Janmashthami, Purnima and the Tithi of Amavasya. These occasions are of such great spiritual significance that Yogis and Mahatmas seek to achieve their full benefits through Sadhana and meditation.

One such Tithi is Krishna Paksh Chaturdashi, which is called Shivaratri. This is a very spiritually significant moment, as on hand it is Krishna Paksha, and on the other hand, it is Chaturdashi, and thus at such a spiritual confluence, all godly powers awaken. Thus the significance of this night is limitless. and that is why yogi mahatmas consider it as an essential moment to perform sadhana.

How to perform Sadhana on Shivratri?

Sadhana on the night of Shivratri means staying awake through the night, calming the mind and activating the power of Japa. Shivaratri is such a rare event and moment when Divine powers are active, and the mind enters a state of peace and calmness simply by sitting for Sadhana. Therefore, on this day, it is necessary to find a solitary place such as sitting beneath a Bel Tree, or the bank of a river, or even sitting in your home, and reciting the Diksha Mantra given to you by your Guru and perform Sadhana and Meditation, as well as pray for Lord Shiva’s blessing.

Lord Shiva is “Kripamoy Ashutosh”. He is satisfied with the slightest love and devotion. Therefore, on this day, it is necessary to find a solitary place such as sitting beneath a Bel Tree, or the bank of a river, or even sitting in your home, and reciting the Diksha Mantra given to you by your Guru and perform Sadhana and Meditation, as well as pray for Lord Shiva’s blessing.

This is the true significance of Shivaratri and the ultimate way to observe Shivaratri, which is known only by Yogis and Rishis.