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Hindus observe a fast all day and night. A vigil is kept all night long. Devotees offer fruits, flowers and Bael leaves on Shivratri.
The morning of Shivratri begins early. A ritual sunrise bath is taken, and if possible in the Ganga River. Prayers are offered to the Sun God, Vishnu and Shiva. New clothes are then worn, and devotees visit a Shiva Temple. Women typically give a customary bath to the Shivalinga in the temple. Devotees walk around the Shivalinga three or seven times and then pour water or milk over the Shivalinga. Shouts of "Shankarji ki Jai" and bells resound through the temple walls.

According to the Shiva Purana, the Mahashivaratri worship must have 6 items:
Purifying the Soul by Bathing the Linga with water, milk and honey, and Wood apple or bel leaves added to it
Attainment of Virtue through the vermilion paste applied on the linga after bathing it
Longevity and Gratification of Desires by offering of fruits
Attainment of wealth by burning incense
Attainment of Knowledge by lighting of the lamp
Satisfaction with Worldly pleasures is attained by the Bael leaves

If these rituals are performed by one with attention to detail, strict devotion, and concentration, all sins will then be absolved and liberation from the wheel of birth and death can then occur.
In Nepal and North India, many people consume Bhang Lassi, which is believed to be Shiva's favorite drink. Bhang is a liquid derivative of Cannabis, which has similar effects to forms of marijuana. It is legal in India, and mostly used for religious purposes.
Lassi is originally from Punjab, and is make by blending Yogurt with water, salt and spices until it gets frothy. The Lassi is flavored with ground cumin. Some will top the lassi with malai or cream; others will add turmeric powder to it.
The Receipe for Bhang Lassi is as follows:
2 cups water
1 ounce marijuana (fresh leaves and flowers of a female plant preferred)
4 cups warm milk
2 tablespoons blanched and chopped almonds
1/8 teaspoon garam masala [a mixture of cloves, cinnamon, and cardamon]
1/4 teaspoon powdered ginger
1/2 to 1 teaspoon rosewater
1 cup sugar
Boil water in a teapot. Then, remove any seeds or twigs from the marijuana, add it to the teapot. Let this brew for about 7 minutes. Then strain the water and marijuana. Collect the water and save. Take the leaves and flowers and squeeze between your hands to extract any liquid that remains. Add this to the water. Place the leaves and flowers in a mortar and add

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