Properties (54)
| Predicate | Object |
|---|---|
| gptkbp:instanceOf |
gptkb:festival
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| gptkbp:associated_with |
meditation
prayers rituals the cosmic dance of Shiva the_legend_of_Shiva_and_Parvati |
| gptkbp:celebrates |
gptkb:Hindus
|
| gptkbp:dedicatedTo |
gptkb:Lord_Shiva
|
| https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label |
Maha Shivaratri
|
| gptkbp:includes |
night vigil
|
| gptkbp:involves |
chanting of mantras
|
| gptkbp:is_a_celebration_of |
gptkb:Gujarat
gptkb:India gptkb:Nepal gptkb:Punjab gptkb:Trinidad_and_Tobago gptkb:Uttar_Pradesh gptkb:Maharashtra gptkb:Fiji gptkb:Karnataka Mauritius homes temples Shivaratri puja kirtans special prayers for health offering of fruits and flowers special prayers for peace special prayers for prosperity bhajans |
| gptkbp:is_a_time_for |
spiritual growth
self-reflection community gatherings community service renewal of faith family prayers devotion_to_Lord_Shiva |
| gptkbp:is_essential_for |
spiritual seekers
devotees_of_Shiva |
| gptkbp:is_recognized_for |
government holidays in some regions
|
| gptkbp:occursIn |
14th night of the new moon in the month of Phalguna
|
| gptkbp:previousName |
the_Great_Night_of_Shiva
|
| gptkbp:religion |
bring blessings
purify the soul grant liberation |
| gptkbp:significance |
overcoming darkness and ignorance
|
| gptkbp:symbolizes |
spiritual awakening
|
| gptkbp:visitedBy |
fasting
meditation sessions ritual bathing night-long prayers |
| gptkbp:was_marked_by |
dance
devotional songs fire offerings |