The fast of Mahashivratri is considered very special in Hinduism. It is believed that Lord Shiva and Mother Parvati were married on this day. By worshipping Mahadev with a true heart on this day, all the wishes of the devotees are fulfilled. This year, the fast of Mahashivratri is on March 8.
In such a situation, devotees want to offer him his favourite thin to please Lord Shivags. So let’s know the list of Bholenath’s favourite Bhog Prasad:
Kheer: On the day of Mahashivratri, devotees keep fast to please Lord Shiva. Today, you can make fruitful sabudana or makhana kheer in Bholebaba’s prasad. It is made just like rice kheer.
Thandai: According to religious beliefs, after drinking poison, Lord Shiva’s body burned to calm the gods and fed him cold things. Thandai provided coolness to Lord Shiva and soothed his burning sensation. This is whyMahashivratri, especially Thandai, is made and offered as Prasad to Bholenath.
Semolina Halwa: Be it any auspicious occasion or fast festival, sweet pudding is made at home. You can also create an offer for Semolina Halwa as Prasad to please Lord Shiva.
Khoya Barfi: Mahadev is very fond of white things. In such a situation, you can also make and offer Mawa i.e. Khoya Barfi to him as Bhog Prasad.
Panchamrit: A mixture made of milk, curd, ghee, honey and sugar is called Panchamrit. Some people also call it Charanamrit. Charanamrit means the nectar of the feet of God, and Panchamrit means five nectars, i.e., made from five holy things. Panchamrit is used to offer to God in worship. This Mahashivratri, you can also prepare Panchamrit for Lord Shiva.
Also, keep this in mind:
Always keep purity in mind while offering Bhog to Lord Shiva. Make sure to add basil leaves in the bhog. After offering it to Lord Shiva, distribute it to everyone as prasad.
Best wishes for Mahashivratri!