- By Kashish Rai
- Sat, 11 Jan 2025 01:30 PM (IST)
- Source:JND
Arudra Darisanam 2025: The Arudra Darisanam celebration honours Lord Shiva in his majestic form of Nataraja, the Lord of the Dance. This vibrant festival takes place on the longest night of the year, coinciding with the full moon day in the Tamil month of Margazhi. This period is governed by the auspicious Thiruvadirai star, also known as Arurdra. During Arudra Darisanam, devotees revel in the joyous dance of Lord Shiva, known as the 'Ananda Tandava' or dance of bliss. This cosmic dance represents the eternal cycles of creation and destruction, symbolising the harmony and balance that exist within the universe. This year, Arudra Darisanam will be observed on 13th January 2025.
Check out the Thiruvathirai Nakshatram timings and the significance of celebrating this day that marks the cosmic dance of Lord Shiva below:
Arudra Darisanam 2025: Date And Time
- Arudra Darisanam 2025 Date: 13th January 2025
- Pournami Tithi Begins: 05:03 AM, 13th January 2025
- Pournami Tithi Ends: 03:56 AM, 14th January 2025
Arudra Darisanam 2025: Thiruvathirai Nakshatram Timings
- Thiruvathirai Nakshathram Begins: 11:24 AM, 12th January 2025
- Thiruvathirai Nakshathram Ends: 10:38 AM, 13th January 2025
Arudra Darisanam celebrates Lord Shiva's cosmic dance, Nataraj. Observed on the full moon day in Margazhi, it symbolises the triumph of good over evil. (Image Source: Canva)
Arudra Darisanam 2025: Significance
The Thiruvadhirai Vrata, also known as Arudra Darshana Vrata, is a significant fasting ritual dedicated to Lord Shiva. It is observed on the Thiruvadhirai nakshathram, the full moon day in the Tamil month of Margazhi (December-January). This vrata is one of the eight important fasting rituals devoted to Lord Shiva.
The Thiruvadhirai vrata is part of the renowned Hindu festival Arudhra Darisanam or Thiruvathirai, celebrated with great fervour in southern India, particularly in Tamil Nadu and Kerala. The festival honours Lord Nataraj, the cosmic dance of Lord Shiva. It is also observed with enthusiasm in Lord Shiva temples worldwide, particularly in areas with Tamil-speaking populations.
According to Hindu mythology, Lord Shiva performed his cosmic dance, Nataraj, on the day of Thiruvaadhirai at Chithamparam. This divine dance was witnessed by Adhi sheesha and Viyaagra Paadha, who had devotedly prayed to Lord Shiva. Since then, the Nataraja image of Shiva has been worshipped with great fervour on this day.
Arudra Darisanam 2025: Rituals
On Thiruvaadhirai or Arudra Darisanam, devotees rise early to pay homage to the Dancing Lord. Following their morning rituals and bath, they visit Lord Shiva's temple to offer prayers and worship. Devotees perform 'abhishekam', a ritualistic bath with milk and curd, and witness the sacred anointing ceremony of Lord Nataraj.
The temple is illuminated with ghee lamps, creating a sacred ambience. Special delicacies, including 'kali' (a sweet dish) and 'thalakam' (a multi-vegetable dish), are prepared to celebrate the cosmic dance of Lord Shiva. Devotees watch the Nataraj procession with dedication and devotion.
On Thiruvadhirai vrata, devotees observe a day-long fast, breaking it the next day after completing their morning worship and salutations. They then share a meal with fellow Saivite devotees, fostering a sense of community and spiritual connection.
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