Mahashivratri, the great night of Shiva, which is to be celebrated on March 8 this year holds deep value and significance in Hinduism. This auspicious night dedicated to Lord Shiva holds immense significance in the hearts of millions. While the world may slumber peacefully every day, it is believed that one must not sleep on the night of the great night. There are compelling reasons why one should not sleep on Maha Shivratri. Night of Divine Union The festival symbolizes the sacred union of Shiva and Shakti the male and female principles of the universe. This union is not just a symbolic marriage but also represents the merging of the soul with the divine. Devotees stay awake to meditate and immerse themselves in the thought of Shiva, seeking to experience this divine union. Tandava Maha Shivratri is believed to be the night when Lord Shiva performs Tandava, the divine dance of creation, preservation, and destruction. Devotees stay awake to witness this cosmic dance, symbolizing the cyclical nature of life and the universe. By staying awake, one aligns themselves with the celestial energies and partakes in this cosmic union. Scientific Perspective From a scientific viewpoint, staying awake and maintaining a vertical posture aligns with the body's energy flow. It is said that for the energy or 'Vata' to move freely, the main channels, or 'Nadis,' must be perpendicular to the ground. This is achievable only when one is sitting or standing, not while lying down. Hence, staying awake and vertical on Maha Shivratri is recommended.

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The spiritual significance of staying awake on Maha Shivratri - The Times of India