Maha Sivarathi - A Simple Explanation - Reason behind its celebration.

So many nights have passed by since we were born, but not all those nights can be termed as Shivarathri. Since this night is spent in meditation and singing the Glory of the Divine Name of Lord Shiva, it is called Shivarathri. Not only this night, in fact, whenever you spend an entire night meditating upon the Divine Name, that night is also called Shivarathri. Always attach yourself to the Divine Name. Not merely contemplation, always meditate on the Divine Name with intense love for Him. Your love for God should be continuous through day and night, and never undergo a change.