Bengaluru’s Art of Living International Center buzzes with anticipation for Maha Shivratri, welcoming cinema celebrities and a global congregation from 180 nations for the revered Rudra Homa ceremony.
Sri Sri Ravi Shankar, the spiritual luminary behind the foundation, elaborated on the day’s sanctity. ‘Yearly 12 Shivratris culminate in Magha’s Maha Shivratri,’ he explained to IANS. ‘Abandon mundane pursuits; immerse in Shiva worship and silent chants for soul’s upliftment. Bhole Shankar readily bestows on the earnest.’
Echoing eternal wisdom, ‘Shiva pervades all; else is but corpse,’ he reminded, cutting through existential illusions.
Tackling modern malaise—tension, fears—Sri Sri positioned meditation as communion with atma-Shiva. ‘Beyond this night, integrate spirituality: dedicate pains to Shiva, revel in kirtan, absorb mantras for peace,’ he counseled.
Enthusiasts anticipate the evening Rudrabhishek with augmented Somnath relics—12 now versus initial two—promising profound blessings. This Maha Shivratri heralds collective awakening and serenity.