Falgun Amawasya falls just after Mahashivratri where Hindus do Shiv Khappar Puja to please lord Shiva.
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What is Shiv Khappar?
Shiv Khappar refers to a big bowl in a shape of khappar. It is believed that khappar is filled with food on Falgun Amawasya alongwith reciting panch akshariye mantra of Lord Shiva- Aum Namah Shivaye.
Story of Shiv Khappar Puja
According to Shiv Purana, Mahadev’s family is vast. He owned nothing but Bhaang and lived in the cremation ground, covered in ash. However, the beings in his family, including ghosts, Nandi, a lion, a snake, a peacock, and a mouse, all remained hungry. One day, moved by their hunger, Mahadev decided to seek help and approached Maa Annapurna, asking for food.
In response, she compassionately filled the Shiv khappar (skull bowl) that Lord Shiva carried, with food. Since that moment, Shiv’s khappar has never been empty.
Significance of Shiv Khappar Puja
Even today, as the nurturer of the universe, Maa Annapurna continues to feed everyone through this sacred khappar. Because of this belief, shiv khappar Puja holds special significance in Braj and is observed on the second day of the Maha Shivaratri festival. In Mathura’s Shiva temples, this ritual takes place on Falgun Amavasya following Mahashivratri. Furthermore, it is believed that in the Dwapar Yuga, Lord Shri Krishna himself performed khappar Puja with great devotion and rituals.
On Falgun Amawasya, Shiv khappar Puja holds special significance as it is performed to elevates the importance of this Amavasya even further. It is believed that Mahashivratri worship remains incomplete without offering Shiv Khappar Puja on this sacred day.
Apart from Shiva temples, many devotees also organize this sacred worship in their homes.
With deep reverence, Bhole Shankar is worshiped following traditional rituals. What makes Khappar Puja even more special is the belief that sages and saints represent Mahadev’s divine presence. Offering them donations is seen as offering directly to the Lord himself.
Apparently, I have always found this part of the ritual deeply moving—the way people come together with faith and devotion, filling the bowl-like wooden Khappar held by the sages with besan curry and rice. It is not just an act of giving; it is a heartfelt offering, a way of seeking Mahadev’s blessings while ensuring that no one goes hungry.
Rituals on Falgun Amawasya 2025
Further, It is believed that Maa Annapurna continues to nurture the entire universe through this sacred khappar. Worshiping the Shiv khappar is said to remove sorrows from one’s life, bringing prosperity, happiness and good fortune.
Many devotees also observe special religious practices on this day, as they are considered highly auspicious and spiritually rewarding.
Performing puja, chanting mantras and making donations on Falgun Amavasya is believed to bring the blessings of all gods and goddesses.
On this day, after waking up early in the morning and taking a bath, one should visit a Shiva temple to worship Lord Shiva along with his divine family. First, light diya and perform aarti, filling the surroundings with devotion and positivity. Then, while offering prayers, chant his sacred mantra, “Om Namah Shivaya,”to seek his blessings.
Moreover, since Amavasya Tithi is considered dedicated to ancestors, this day holds special significance for paying homage to them. To please the ancestors, one should perform Pind daan, Tarpan and offer donations as per rituals. By doing so, it is believed that happiness and prosperity in life increase, and ancestral blessings bring peace and well-being to the family.
It is believed that worshiping Goddess Lakshmi along with Lord Hari on this sacred day, following proper rituals, helps eliminate all obstacles and difficulties from one’s life. This divine worship brings prosperity, peace, and overall well-being.
On this sacred day, taking a pilgrimage bath, offering donations and performing Shraddha for ancestors are believed to grant everlasting spiritual rewards. Among these, donating food on Falgun Amavasya holds special significance. Therefore, one should donate food, clothes and medicine to the needy and also feed flour to ants as an act of compassion. Additionally, worshiping Lakshmi-Narayan on this Amavasya is said to bring the blessings of both deities, ensuring prosperity and divine grace in life.
Date and tithi of Falgun Amawasya 2025
According to the Hindu Panchang, Falgun Amavasya begins at 8:54 AM on 27th February and ends at 6:14 AM on 28th February. Since Amavasya fasts are observed based on udyatithi, it is best to keep the fast on 27th February, while bathing and donating can be done until 6:15 AM on 28th February. In Sanatan Dharma, Brahma Muhurta (5:08 AM – 5:58 AM) is considered the most auspicious time for a holy river bath. For Tarpan, the best time is from 8:54 AM to 11:00 AM when Amavasya Tithi begins.
Tarpan, performed with water, black sesame seeds, and white flowers, brings ancestral blessings that grant happiness, prosperity, and peace. Those with Pitra Dosh in their Kundali must take a holy bath, donate and perform Tarpan on Amavasya for relief and divine blessings.
Conclusion
Get ready to shower blessings of Lord Shiv on Mahashivratri and to nurture our faith with khappar Puja on Falgun Amawasya 2025.
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