Maha Shivratri: The Blessed Night Of Lord Shiva

Maha Shivaratri 2014, is on February 27. Worshipping Shiva on this day and observing fast for the deity, will bless you with his blessings and grace. On this Navratri, abolish all your sins and mistakes. Know more about Maha Shivaratri with this article. 

In Maha Shivaratri, “Maha” means “grand”, “Shiva” means “lord Shiv” and “Ratri” means “night”, so the actual meaning of Maha Shivaratri is ‘the grand night of Lord Shiva’. It is a major festival for millions of devotees of Lord Shiva and is celebrated mainly in India, Nepal, and Mauritius. Mahashivratri falls on the 13th or 14th day during the dark half of Phalgun, in the month of February/March. As per the beliefs, Mahashivratri is the favourite day of Lord Shiva, when he bless all the devotees with his grace. 

Maha Shivaratri Traditions

In the morning, devotees visit Shiva’s temple to offer prayers to the deity. To honor the Lord, they pour Ganga Jal or milk over Shiv Lingam, the sacred symbol of the supreme Lord Shiva. Then his favourite offerings are presented before the Lingam like Bael Patra, Datura, flowers and fruits. To please the god, fast is also observed by some people. While, strict observers refrain from consuming anything, partial observers take fruits, nuts, and milk. As per the Mahashivaratri traditions, devotees stay awake during the night for delivering prayers to the Lord. 

Why Celebrate Mahashivratri?

There are certain facts and stories related to Mahashivratri, which give us the actual reason to celebrate it. Let’s discuss them in brief:

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Marriage Of Lord Shiva And Maa Parvati

Maha Shivaratri was the day when Lord Shiva and Maa Parvati got married again. Lord Shiva was first married to Sati, the daughter of Daksha. Daksha used to dislike Lord Shiva and therefore, he insulted him during a Yagna. Sati couldn't bear the insult of her husband and jumped into the fire of Yagna, sacrificing her life. She then took rebirth as Maa Parvati and again got married to Shiva. This day is celebrated as Maha Shivratri.

Origin Of Supreme Power: Lord Shiva

According to the ancient stories, once Lord Vishnu and Lord Brahma were having an argument as who between the two was greater. Suddenly a pillar of light arose from nowhere. Both the Lords started discussing about the light and its size, but none got success. At that moment, Lord Shiva came out from the Lingam of light, as the progenitor of both of them. Since then, this day is celebrated as Mahashivratri, as the day when Shiva appeared from the Lingam of light.

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Importance For Women

Mahashivratri fast has immense importance for the married and unmarried ladies. Married women observe the fast for the well being and long life of their husbands and sons. On the other hand, unmarried girls observe this fast to get an ideal husband like Shiva. 

Maha Shivaratri 2014 Muhurat

Chaturdashi tithi will fall on 27th of February, 2014 at 20:18:19 IST and will last till 16:49:52 IST on 28th of February, 2014. According to the beliefs, fast should be observed during the period of Chaturdashi. Therefore, you should observe full day fasting on February 28th, 2014 also, until dusk. 

Merits Of Mahashivratri Vrat

Lord Shiva fulfill the wishes of his devotees. Observing Maha Shivaratri Vrat not only purifies the soul, but it also helps in removing the most evil habits of humans. Some of the merits of observing this vrat are:

• Pouring water on Shiva Lingam purifies soul
• One can get rid of all diseases by pouring Garbha (a type of grass) mixed in water on Shiv Lingam
• By observing Mahashivratri fast, one can conquer the most evil habits like anger, laziness, lust and jealousy
• Devotees get long and blessed life
• Observing this fast, liberates the devotees from the cycle of life and death
• One can acquire wealth by offering honey, ghee and sugarcane to Lord Shiva.

So, this was all for Mahashivratri 2014. On this special day, make sure to please Shiva and get free yourself from all the sins and mistakes.

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Sensex - Nifty Astrology Predictions (27.02.2014)

Planets position on 27th February 2014 at 09:15am at Mumbai

• Lagna and Ketu in Aries
• Sun in Aquarius
• Mercury, Moon & Venus in Capricorn
• Saturn, Mars & Rahu in Libra
• Jupiter in Gemini

Planetary Aspects

Mercury squares Saturn. Jupiter trines Sun. Venus sextiles Saturn and squares Mars & Rahu. Rahu conjoins Mars. Ketu squares Venus, opposite Mars and Rahu.

Panchang

Tithi: Krishna Trayodashi 

Nakshatra: Shravana 

Yoga: Variyaan

Karana: Gara

The market will be controlled by the bulls. Action will be observed in petroleum, shipping, milk, silver and beverage companies.

Persons having Leo and Sagittarius moon signs / Lagna (ascendant) will be financially affected today. They should refrain from money matters today.

We suggest the readers not to indulge in any kind of speculation like day trading, but invest astrologically as per their individual horoscopes for long term to gain profits.

Disclaimer: The predictions made herein are for information purposes and are not recommendations to any person to buy or sell any securities. We only use astrological analysis, so target are not based on any technical or fundamental analysis but only on the experience of an astrologer. Its accuracy and completeness are not guaranteed. The information provided herein is not to be construed as an offer to buy or sell securities of any kind. The Astrologer and the company do not accept any liability for the use of this column. Readers of this column who buy or sell securities based on the information in this column are solely responsible for their actions. And author won't be liable or responsible for any legal or financial losses made by anyone.

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Asia Cup 2014 - Afghanistan vs Pakistan (27th February)

The Afghanistan Vs Pakistan 2014 - 3rd ODI match prediction is now available at AstroSage. Astro-Numerology tells the name of the winning team. Both the teams will battle it out for the title, let’s see who goes home with the cup.

 

Match Details:

Date - 27.2.14

Hosted by - Bangladesh

Venue - Khan Shaheb Osman Ali Stadium, Fatullah

Time - 14:00 Local Time - 08:00 GMT - 13:30 IST

Numerology Prediction 

We are predicting all the matches of this series with the help of Numerology. Here we have used the Cheiro method to predict the winner of the match. Let us analyze all the aspects to come to the final conclusion. 

Mulank Of The Date & Afghanistan

The match is on 27.2.2014. Mulank of the date of the match is 9, while the Namank of Team Afghanistan is 1. The relationship between 9 and 1 is friendly, which indicates a positive sign. 

Further, the Captain of the team is Mohammad Nabi, whose Namank is 3. The relationship between 9 and 3 is friendly, which indicates a positive sign. Mohammad Nabi was born on January 1, 1985. The Mulank of the birthday of Mohammad Nabi is 1. The relation between 9 and 1 is again friendly, which again indicates a positive sign. 

Mulank Of The Date & Pakistan

The match is on 27.2.2014. Mulank of the date of the match is 9, while the Namank of Team Pakistan is 7. The relationship between 9 and 7 is friendly, which indicates a positive sign. 

Further, the Captain of the team is Misbah-ul-Haq, whose Namank is 5. The relationship between 9 and 5 is neutral, which indicates neither a negative sign nor a positive sign. Misbah-ul-Haq was born on May 28, 1974. The Mulank of the birthday of Misbah-ul-Haq is 1. The relation between 9 and 1 is friendly, which again indicates a positive sign. 

Winner Of The Match 

Therefore, analyzing all aspects, we can deduce that Afghanistan will win the 3rd ODI match in this series. However, these are mere possibilities and no risk should be taken on the basis of this prediction. We hope to see an interesting match. All the best to both the teams!

Transit Of Venus In Aquarius (March 31, 2014)

Venus will transit in Aquarius on 31st of March. Predictions have been made for each zodiac sign. So, what are these predictions? How will this transit effect you? Read this article by astrologer ‘Pt. Hanumman Mishra’ and get the answers. 

Venus, the significator (Karak) of luxury, is transiting into Aquarius on 31st of March 2014, after leaving Capricorn. Both these signs are associated with Saturn, and Saturn shares friendly bond with Venus. As it is moving from an earth element to an air element, so this transit will yield favorable results. Good time ahead for those couples who were facing some disturbances in their married life. The women victimization will decrease. Film and cosmetic industries will get profitable results, during this time. 

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Let’s know the effects of this transit on all the zodiac signs:

Aries: During this period, you will get extreme pleasure in your family life. An increase in the number of family members is foreseen. Siblings will also perform well in their fields. Your much awaited desires and wishes will come true. Every endeavor will produce fruitful results. Friends and relatives will support you completely. Journeys will be favorable. You will share good rapport with your colleagues and friends. Although expenses may increase, but flow of income will remain good. 

Taurus: You will see an enormous increase in your reputation and honour. Behavior of family members will remain good toward you. Some business related trips are possible. You will get considerable success at workplace. Relations with business partners and customers will improve. You will accumulate several things and might spend on some luxurious items. During this period, you will easily deal with unfavorable situations. 

Gemini: During this period, even your small efforts will lead to an increase in income. Your family life will remain happy and prosperous. If you are expecting a promotion, favorable results are possible. You will get honor and appreciation from senior officials. You will share harmonious relation with parents and teachers. During this time, you may go on some long distant journeys. You might get attracted toward spiritual or philosophical activity.

Cancer: In this duration, you will get constant support from your relatives. There is possibility of sudden financial gain. Try to keep your expenses under control. You need to be more careful about your actions. Don't do anything which can harm your status. Don't let sensual thoughts dominate your mind. It is suggested to take care of your health. Try to avoid unnecessary travelling.

Leo: During this period, you will see an increase in your earnings. Family life will give you pleasure. Your social nature will help you in connecting with different people. You may get attracted toward music, fine arts or beauty. You may go for entertainment. You will get benefit from the company of females. You will do well in your business. However, you may face some minor health issues.

Virgo: During this time, workload may make you restless; however, conditions at your workplace will be your favour. You need to be careful from your opponents. Try to keep your expenses under control. During this time, make sure not to spoil relations with females. Avoid sensual thoughts and take care of your health.

Libra: Your social pride and happiness will increase during this period. Your social circle will increase, and you will get a chance to meet old friends. Some good news is also expected via communication medium. You will feel attracted toward females. Family life will give you happiness. Your much awaited desires will get fulfilled. At this time, you may inclined toward music and arts. 

Scorpio: During this period, there is possibility of an increase in family members. Your family life will give you happiness. There is possibility of some family get together. You will get benefit from travelling. Opponents will not be able to harm you. There will be an increase in your honor and reputation. You may get any profitable deal. You will get success in your efforts. Overall, this time will remain in your favour.

Sagittarius: During this period, your social circle will increase. Small trips and family life will be pleasurable. Situations at workplace will improve. This proves to be a fortunate period and your every desirable work will accomplish. You will feel highly enthusiastic and active.

Capricorn: There is a possibility of some auspicious activity in your family. You might spend on some household products. You will enjoy quite good time with family members. Income will increase. You will get an increase in your income. You may gain money from via some shortcuts. You will spend quality time with females. You will feel tempted for expensive and delicious food. You will deal with circumstance very smartly. 

Aquarius: During this period, the environment around you will remain cheerful. You will also feel joyous and happy. You will show interest in fine arts, music, and literature. You may feel inclined toward females. This time is good for married couples. A little effort at work front can help you to increase your earnings.

Pisces: During this period, you will experience extreme pleasure in your love and married life. You will spend on comforts and luxuries. But it’s better to keep a check on your spending nature, otherwise it may lead to some problems. Be careful from your opponents and enemies. This time has mixed results from financial point of view. 

You may also like to read the results of Venus in Aquarius, as per Vedic Astrology. Here’s the link - Venus In Aquarius

By Hanumman Mishra

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Sensex - Nifty Astrology Predictions (26.02.2014)

Planets position on 26th February 2014 at 09:15am at Mumbai

• Lagna and Ketu in Aries
• Sun in Aquarius
• Mercury & Venus in Capricorn
• Saturn, Mars & Rahu in Libra
• Jupiter in Gemini
• Moon in Sagittarius

Planetary Aspects

Moon squares Mars & Rahu and sextiles Saturn. Mercury squares Saturn. Jupiter trines Sun.

Venus conjoins Moon, sextiles Saturn and squares Mars. Rahu conjoins Mars. Ketu sextiles Sun, opposite Mars and Rahu.

Panchang

Tithi: Krishna Dwadashi

Nakshatra: U.Ashadha 

Yoga: Vyatipata 

Karana: Kaulava 

Bears will take the control in their hands. Buying during the last hours of the day may prove to be profitable strategy for tomorrow (BTST).

Persons having Leo and Sagittarius moon signs / Lagna (ascendant) will be financially affected today. They should refrain from money matters today.

We suggest the readers not to indulge in any kind of speculation like day trading, but invest astrologically as per their individual horoscopes for long term to gain profits.

Disclaimer: The predictions made herein are for information purposes and are not recommendations to any person to buy or sell any securities. We only use astrological analysis, so target are not based on any technical or fundamental analysis but only on the experience of an astrologer. Its accuracy and completeness are not guaranteed. The information provided herein is not to be construed as an offer to buy or sell securities of any kind. The Astrologer and the company do not accept any liability for the use of this column. Readers of this column who buy or sell securities based on the information in this column are solely responsible for their actions. And author won't be liable or responsible for any legal or financial losses made by anyone.

By Rajeev K Khattar

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India vs Bangladesh - February 26, 2014

The Bangladesh Vs India 2014 - 2nd ODI match prediction is now available at AstroSage. Astro-Numerology tells the name of the winning team. Both the teams will battle it out for the title, let’s see who goes home with the cup.

 

Match Details:

Date - 26.2.14

Hosted by - Bangladesh

Venue - Khan Shaheb Osman Ali Stadium, Fatullah

Time - 14:00 Local Time - 08:00 GMT - 13:30 IST

Numerology Prediction 

We are predicting all the matches of this series with the help of Numerology. Here we have used the Sepherial method to predict the winner of the match. Let us analyze all the aspects to come to the final conclusion. 

Mulank Of The Date & Bangladesh

The match is on 26.2.2014. Mulank of the date of the match is 8, while the Namank of Team Bangladesh is 8. The relationship between 8 and 8 is very friendly, which indicates a positive sign. 

Further, the Captain of the team is Mushfiqur Rahim, whose Namank is 1. The relationship between 8 and 1 is hostile, which indicates a negative sign. Mushfiqur Rahim was born on September 1, 1988. The Mulank of the birthday of Mushfiqur Rahim is 1. The relation between 8 and 1 is again hostile, which again indicates a negative sign. 

Mulank Of The Date & India

The match is on 26.2.2014. Mulank of the date of the match is 8, while the Namank of Team India is 3. The relationship between 8 and 3 is neutral, which indicates neither a negative sign nor a positive sign. 

Further, the Captain of the team is Virat Kohli, whose Namank is 8. The relationship between 8 and 8 is very friendly, which indicates a positive sign. Virat Kohli was born on November 5, 1988. The Mulank of the birthday of Virat Kohli is 5. The relation between 8 and 5 is neutral, which indicates neither a negative sign nor a positive sign. 

Winner Of The Match 

Therefore, analyzing all aspects, we can deduce that India will win the 2nd ODI match in this series. However, these are mere possibilities and no risk should be taken on the basis of this prediction. We hope to see an interesting match. All the best to both the teams!

Transit Of Retrograde Mars In Virgo (March 25, 2014)

Retrograde Mars will transit in Virgo on 25th of March. Predictions have been made for each zodiac sign. So, what are these predictions? How will this transit effect you? Read this article by astrologer ‘Pt. Hanumman Mishra’ and get the answers. 

हिन्दी में पढ़ने के लिए यहाँ क्लिक करें…

Planet ‘Mars’ was posited in Virgo till February 4, 2014. After that, it moved into Libra. However, after undergoing retrogression on March 1, 2014, it is again transiting back to Virgo on March 25, 2014. As per the astrologers, this transit will lead to an increase in the prices of red colored things. Silk and woolen apparels will cost high. Scarcity in rain is possible. Prices of food grains may rise up. Political ups and downs in any southern state are also foreseen. Some political leader might become the victim of any mishappening. Problems to children may increase. Ongoing conflicts among politicians will reduce. 

Let’s know the effects of this transit on all the zodiac signs:

Aries: During the time of transit, you will feel very happy. Situations at work front will improve. Immense profits are possible. Harmony and happiness will prevail in family. You will put efforts to overcome hurdles and to defeat your enemies. Be cautious while driving.

Taurus: You should be careful, as level of your wisdom may decline. You may face troubles from your health and family members. Refrain from betting. Unwanted expenses are also possible. Friends and relatives may not prove supportive. Journeys will make you restless.

Gemini: During this time, you will deal with mental stress and desires. You might miss happiness, money, property, vehicle, friends and company of females. This time is not good financially and expenses may also rise. You may spend on some secret activities. Some losses are also possible. 

Cancer: At this time, you will feel courageous. Journeys will prove fruitful. You will get good news via sources of communication. Relatives, especially brothers, will live happily. Gain of worldly things is also there. Opponents will feel weak in facing you. Success is assured in efforts.

Leo: This time is not good from financial point of view. Tension may rise due to family members. Small issues may result in big conflicts. It is suggested to keep a check on your speech. You may have to depend on some people, unwillingly. Business might get harmed due to loss or theft in business. Take care of your health.

Virgo: This is the time for getting mixed results. You may get results opposite to your expectations; therefore, try to control habit of expecting much. Minor health issues are possible. This time is not good for taking risks and spending in betting. Mental peace may get hampered due to family disputes.

Libra: During this time, you may have to deal with some serious situations and problems. Your obstinate attitude and ego might be the reason behind. Health may also give some troubles. Expenses may increase. Health of spouse will improve; however, they may take time in recovering completely. Mental satisfaction may get disturbed.

Scorpio: Friends and relatives will prove helpful. Awaited wishes and desires will be fulfilled and long journeys will prove successful. Increase in income is assured. You will spend on comforts and luxuries. Prosperity will prevail in family.

Sagittarius: You will get benefits from trading business. Also, you will get profits from public sector or government. Getting in contacts with senior and higher officials will prove fruitful. Your business might expand very soon. You will deal with unfavorable situations with great confidence. Enemies won’t get success in harming you.

Capricorn: Elders will support you. Journeys to distant places will prove successful. Income will increase and new you will get new sources of income. Though expenses may rise, but not more than income. You may get money via betting. Utilize the best of this time.

Aquarius: This time is not that favorable for you. Financial troubles are possible. During this time, avoid betting and taking any risks. Health may give some troubles. Differences with family members are also possible. You may get news of any relative’s demise.

Pisces: You may face problems in daily activities. Enemies may try to harm. Conflicts with colleagues and associates are foreseen. Harmony in family might get disturbed. Take care of your health. Journeys may not prove successful. You will feel concerned for your partner’s health. Problems and troubles in life are possible, during this time.

You may also like to read the results of Mars in virgo, as per Vedic Astrology. Here’s the link - Mars In Virgo

By Hanumman Mishra

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