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Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla on Tuesday extended greetings to the people on the eve of Maha Shivratri, describing Lord Shiva as the symbol of "meditation and renunciation."
In his message, Birla said that Lord Shiva is both the origin and the eternity, a complete consciousness with no beginning or end. "He is the Adiyogi and a symbol of meditation and renunciation," the Lok Sabha Speaker said. Extending his wishes, Om Birla further said, "On the auspicious occasion of the grand festival of Lord Shiva, 'Maha Shivratri', I bow to Mahadev and convey my best wishes to all. May Lord Shiva bless the world with prosperity. With the grace of Bholenath, may everyone's life be filled with happiness, peace, and prosperity." Maha Shivratri will be celebrated tomorrow, on February 26 (Wednesday). The festival, also known as the great night of Shiva, is considered auspicious for spiritual growth and signifies the victory over darkness and ignorance. It also marks the divine marriage of Lord Shiva--the lord of destruction--with Goddess Parvati, the goddess of fertility, love, and beauty, also known as Shakti (power). According to Hindu mythology, on the night of their wedding, Lord Shiva was escorted to Goddess Parvati's house by a diverse group of Hindu gods, goddesses, animals, and demons. The Shiva-Shakti duo is considered the epitome of love, power, and togetherness. The festival marking their sacred union, Maha Shivratri, is celebrated with great devotion and enthusiasm across India. (ANI)
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