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Chaturdashi Puja
Chaturdashi Puja is observed on the fourteenth day (Chaturdashi tithi) of both lunar fortnights. The Krishna Paksha Chaturdashi (dark fortnight) is associated with Lord Shiva and ancestors, while Shivratri — the most important Chaturdashi — falls in Magh or Phalgun month. Masik Shivratri is observed every month with night-long fasting and worship of Shiva. The day also carries significance for appeasing Yama, the god of death, for protection of loved ones and liberation of ancestral souls.
Last updated: 24 April 2026 · Source: Vedic Tradition
Benefits
Grants liberation from the cycle of birth and death, provides protection from untimely death, removes sins, brings spiritual elevation, ensures ancestral peace, and bestows Shiva's grace for moksha and inner transformation.
Step-by-Step Procedure
Observe fast from sunrise to the next day's sunrise. Perform abhishek of Shiva Linga with water, milk, curd, honey, and ghee. Offer belpatra, dhatura, and white flowers. Recite Shiva Panchakshara mantra (Om Namah Shivaya) 108 times. Light a ghee lamp and perform night vigil (jagran). Break fast the next morning after morning puja.
Best Time (Muhurat)
Krishna Paksha Chaturdashi of every lunar month. Maha Shivratri (Phalgun Krishna Chaturdashi) is the most auspicious. Pradosh Kaal (dusk) and midnight are the best times for puja.
Materials Required (Samagri)
- ·Shiva Linga
- ·Belpatra
- ·Dhatura flowers
- ·White flowers
- ·Milk
- ·Curd
- ·Honey
- ·Ghee
- ·Gangajal
- ·Incense sticks
- ·Camphor
- ·Akshat
- ·Panchamrit
FAQ
Q.What is Chaturdashi Puja?
Chaturdashi Puja is observed on the fourteenth day (Chaturdashi tithi) of both lunar fortnights. The Krishna Paksha Chaturdashi (dark fortnight) is associated with Lord Shiva and ancestors, while Shivratri — the most important Chaturdashi — falls in ...
Q.What are the benefits of Chaturdashi Puja?
Grants liberation from the cycle of birth and death, provides protection from untimely death, removes sins, brings spiritual elevation, ensures ancestral peace, and bestows Shiva's grace for moksha and inner transformation.
Q.What is the best time to perform Chaturdashi Puja?
Krishna Paksha Chaturdashi of every lunar month. Maha Shivratri (Phalgun Krishna Chaturdashi) is the most auspicious. Pradosh Kaal (dusk) and midnight are the best times for puja.
Q.What materials are needed for Chaturdashi Puja?
Shiva Linga, Belpatra, Dhatura flowers, White flowers, Milk, Curd, Honey, Ghee, Gangajal, Incense sticks, Camphor, Akshat, Panchamrit.