Hindus free to celebrate Maha Shiva Rathri in true spirit
“I warmly greet all Sri Lankan Hindus on the occasion of Maha Shiva Rathri, the festival in honour of Lord Shiva,” President Mahinda Rajapaksa said in a message to mark Maha Shiva Rathri.
The message: “Hindus the world over celebrate this holy day by fasting and keeping a night-long vigil at temples, lighting lamps, making offerings to Lord Shiva and chanting hymns in his praise. Maha Shiva Rathri symbolizes the constant efforts by humans to dispel the darkness of ignorance with the light of knowledge, as well as achieve unity and harmony, both in their lives and in society at large.
“Sri Lankan Hindus have been co-existing with followers of other religions in brotherhood and harmony for centuries.
With the peace that now prevails throughout the land they are free to celebrate this important religious event in a true spirit of brotherhood and solemnity.
“May their prayers this Maha Shiva Rathri strengthen their well-being as well as the unity and cohesion of all communities in the country.
“I wish all Sri Lankan Hindus the joyous blessings of Maha Shiva Rathri. May their aspirations for a better tomorrow come true.”
Courtesy: Daily News
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This Kurakkan Satakaya man has no idea of what Maha Sivarathri is all about.
The greeting appears to have been drafted by his Commander in Cabinet, Col Karuna (who was perhaps under the influence of substances).
The ignorant leader is attempting to make political capital of a significant religious observance.
This stupidity demonstrates his craftiness.
PB-D will not be celebrating Maha Siva Rathri as he is permanently in the darkness of hate against the Sinhalese and Muslims. He is totally blind steeped in sin. Perhaps, he should renounce everything, including his ego, and retire to the sacred Temple precincts of Thirupathi to seek forgiveness for his sins. He may then acrue some merit and find peace.
As for our Hon President, greeting our Tamil SL citizens on this great occasion of their holy day, is very commendable as he is the President of all the citizens in Motherlanka.
Dear Knicker-less.
When will the miniscule grey matter contained within your thick skull understand that “Maha Sivarathri” is not CELEBRATED? It is an OBSERVED !!!!!!!
PB-D go to Thirupathi and observe it then, you diaspora Tamil moron! You’ll be at home in TN.
Siyya ND,
It seems you have totally lost it now. You ought to have yourself examined by a Psychiatrist urgently as you are blabbering out of control and blogging at ungodly hours! ARAMA in the jungle is a very good option for you right now. AUJ took my advise and left as appropriate. You have now turned into a fully fledged racist and exposed your true colours.
PBD You should be shamed of your self. Are you a true Hindu. Lord Shiva will not be happy with you