Maha Shivratri par Belpatra Chadhane Ki Sahi Vidhi: The day of Mahashivratri is considered very auspicious for the worship of Mahadev. It is believed that on this day, the person who worships Bholenath with a true heart, all his wishes are fulfilled. According to the Panchang, the festival of Mahashivratri is celebrated on the Chaturdashi date of Krishna Paksha of Falgun month. This year this date is on Wednesday, February 26, 2025. On this special day, people offer fruits, flowers, Belpatra etc. on Shivling to worship Lord Shiva. Belpatra has special religious significance in worship. Therefore, it is necessary to follow the correct method while offering Belpatra, otherwise the worship may be considered incomplete. Let us know about the correct method of offering Belpatra.

Benefits of Bel Patra
The Bel tree is considered to be the abode of all Siddhis. According to religious beliefs, if any source is recited while sitting under the Bel tree, its fruit increases infinitely. Apart from this, by offering Bel Patra to Lord Shiva, all our troubles are eliminated and Lord Shiva always keeps his grace on us.

When should Bel Patra not be plucked?

According to Shiv Puran, plucking Bel Patra is prohibited on certain special days. These include Chaturthi, Ashtami, Navami, Chaturdashi, Amavasya, Sankranti and Monday. If you have already used Bel Patra, it is possible to wash it and offer it again.

How should Bel Patra be?
Bel Patra should always have three leaves. Bel Patra with less than three leaves should not be used in worship. Apart from this, the stalk of Bel Patra should be broken in advance, because the shorter the stalk, the more auspicious it is considered. Always offer Bel Patra in odd numbers, like 3, 7, 11, or 21.

The right way to offer Bel Patra
When you offer Bel Patra to Lord Shiva, keep in mind that its smooth side is facing downwards. After this, chant the mantra "Om Namah Shivaya".

Which Bel Patra should not be offered?

Make sure that you never offer dirty, stained, or torn Bel Patra on Shivling. Doing so can anger Lord Shiva.

Keep this in mind while offering Bel Patra on Shivling.

Keep some things in mind while offering Bel Patra on Shivling. First of all, wash the Bel Patra thoroughly. Then, prepare a paste by mixing Gangajal with sandalwood or saffron and write Om on the leaves. If you want, you can also offer it without writing.