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Maha Shivratri Proves Hinduism Was Woke Before the West
The irony of celebrating a festival that embodies everything they oppose
Maha Shivratri. The festival where Hindus stay up all night chanting Lord Shiva’s name, fasting, and seeking divine blessings. It’s revered as a symbol of tradition, spirituality, and devotion. An unshakable part of Hindu culture. But here’s something no one wants to admit. Maha Shivratri is woke as hell.
Before you come at me swinging a trishul, hear me out. If “woke” is about challenging rigid traditions, embracing inclusivity, pushing progressive values, and rejecting the status quo, then Maha Shivratri is the most woke festival in Hinduism.
Maha Shivratri Is the Most Inclusive Hindu Festival
You know how certain religious events are exclusive affairs — VIP entry for specific castes, rules for who gets to enter temples, and traditions that exclude large sections of society? Maha Shivratri doesn’t play by those rules.
Unlike some festivals where Brahmins dictate rituals and others just watch, Maha Shivratri has always been for everyone. No caste restrictions, no special privileges. Whether you’re a Brahmin priest, a tribal villager, a Dalit laborer, or someone who’s never even set foot in a…
