8. Reading holy books such as Shiv Chalisa is rewarding for fast-observers. 1. During worshiping Lord Shiva, avoid using ketki flowers and turmeric. 2. On this day, the consumption of onions, garlic, ...

Other prayers like Shiva Chalisa and Shiva Sahastranama can also be recited. Aarti: The puja concludes with aarti, where a lamp is lit and waved before the deity. The "Jai Shiv Omkara" aarti is ...

Devotees visit Shiva temples and holy Jyotirlingas and recite Shiva Chalisa and the holy mantra ‘Om Namah Shiavya’.

Holy bath, puja, mantra chanting, sattvik lifestyle are important. Jalabhishekam, Shiv Chalisa, meditation, and offering bhog prasad is significant. If you are thinking to observe Nirjala Fast ...