Masik Shivratri is one of the most sacred monthly fasts dedicated to Lord Shiva. Unlike the grand festival of Maha Shivratri celebrated once a year, Masik Shivratri occurs every month on the Chaturdashi Tithi of Krishna Paksha (the 14th day of the waning moon). In September 2025, this auspicious vrat falls on Friday, 19 September 2025. Devotees observe fasting, night vigil, chanting, and special rituals to seek the blessings of Lord Shiva for peace, prosperity, and spiritual growth.
Masik Shivratri September 2025 Date and Timings
- Date: Friday, 19 September 2025
- Tithi Begins: 19 September 2025, 11:36 PM (IST)
- Tithi Ends: 20 September 2025, 12:38 AM (IST)
The Nishita Kaal Muhurat (midnight period) is considered the most auspicious time for performing Shiv Abhishek and Pooja. Since the Chaturdashi Tithi starts at 11:36 PM, devotees should ideally perform rituals around midnight (11:45 PM – 1:00 AM).
Significance of Masik Shivratri
Masik Shivratri holds deep spiritual importance:
- It is believed to wash away past sins and help devotees progress on the path of Moksha.
- Women observe this vrat for marital harmony, happiness, and well-being of the family.
- Fasting and night vigil strengthen self-discipline and mental purity.
- Chanting Lord Shiva’s names is said to remove negative energy and planetary doshas.
Masik Shivratri Pooja Vidhi (Step-by-Step Procedure)
1. Morning Preparations
- Wake up early and take a holy bath.
- Clean the puja space and place a Shiva Lingam or Lord Shiva’s idol.
- Wear clean, preferably white or saffron clothes.
2. Observing the Fast (Vrat)
- Devotees observe a nirjala fast (without food and water) or consume only fruits, milk, and light satvik food.
- Avoid grains, onion, garlic, meat, and alcohol.
3. Evening and Midnight Pooja
- Begin puja after the Chaturdashi Tithi starts (11:36 PM).
- Perform Abhishek of the Shivling with:
- Water (Jal Abhishek)
- Milk (Dugdha Abhishek)
- Honey, ghee, curd, and sugar (Panchamrit)
- Rose water or Gangajal
- Offer Bel Patra (Bilva leaves), dhatura flowers, sandalwood paste, incense, and a lit diya.
4. Mantra Chanting and Stotra Path
- Chant “Om Namah Shivaya” 108 times.
- Recite:
- Mahamrityunjaya Mantra (for health & protection)
- Shiva Chalisa
- Rudrashtakam
- Shiva Tandava Stotram
- Perform Aarti with camphor and bells.
5. Night Vigil (Jagran)
- Stay awake throughout the night.
- Sing bhajans, meditate, and read Shiva Purana.
- This symbolizes conquering darkness (ignorance) with light (knowledge).
6. Breaking the Fast (Parana)
- On the morning of 20 September 2025, after the puja, devotees break the fast with sattvic food.
Important Mantras for Masik Shivratri
1. Panchakshari Mantra
ॐ नमः शिवाय
(Om Namah Shivaya – Salutations to Lord Shiva)
2. Mahamrityunjaya Mantra
ॐ त्र्यम्बकं यजामहे सुगन्धिं पुष्टिवर्धनम्।
उर्वारुकमिव बन्धनान्मृत्योर्मुक्षीय मामृतात्॥
(Chanted for health, healing, and liberation from fear of death)
3. Shiva Aarti (closing prayer)
करपूर गौरं करुणावतारं,
संसार सारं भुजगेन्द्र हारम्।
सदा वसन्तं हृदयारविन्दे,
भवं भवानीसहितं नमामि॥
Do’s and Don’ts of Masik Shivratri
Do’s
- Observe fasting with devotion and purity.
- Stay awake and engage in spiritual practices.
- Offer Bilva leaves, milk, and water to Lord Shiva.
- Visit a nearby temple if possible.
Don’ts
- Avoid tamasic foods (onion, garlic, non-veg).
- Do not consume alcohol or intoxicants.
- Avoid anger, arguments, and negative thoughts.
Benefits of Observing Masik Shivratri Vrat
- Brings peace, prosperity, and marital harmony.
- Helps in overcoming obstacles and removing sins.
- Strengthens spiritual growth and inner discipline.
- Protects devotees from negative energies.
- Blessings of Lord Shiva bring long life, health, and success.
Conclusion
Masik Shivratri on 19 September 2025 is an opportunity for devotees to immerse themselves in the divine energy of Lord Shiva. By observing fasting, chanting mantras, and performing the midnight puja with faith, one can experience spiritual purification and divine blessings.
Staying awake through the night, engaging in bhajans, and meditating upon Lord Shiva not only strengthens discipline but also connects the devotee with higher consciousness. Whether at home or in temples, sincere devotion is the key to making Masik Shivratri truly meaningful.
