Upcoming Prayers
Join Us has we celebrate our diverse and dynamic Religon.
Date & Time
6pm to 12am
15 February, 2026
Location
186 Hannaford Dr, Foresthaven,
Phoenix, Durban, 4068
Maha Shivaratri
Maha Shivaratri holds special significance in the Shaivism tradition of Hinduism. Unlike most Hindu festivals, which are celebrated during the day, Maha Shivaratri is observed at night. It also differs from other festivals in its solemn and introspective nature. Rather than cultural revelry, the night is dedicated to fasting, meditation on Lord Shiva, self-study, social harmony, and maintaining an all-night vigil at Shiva temples.
Different legends explain the spiritual significance of Maha Shivaratri. According to one legend within the Shaivism tradition, this is the sacred night when Lord Shiva performs the cosmic dance of creation, preservation, and destruction. Through the chanting of hymns, the reading of sacred Shiva scriptures, and the collective devotion of worshippers, devotees symbolically join this divine dance and reflect on Shiva’s omnipresence. Another widely known legend holds that Maha Shivaratri marks the auspicious night of the divine marriage of Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati.
