It is rather rare to have two unique events on the same day. Well, the Women's Day this year fell on the Mahashivratri, a wonderful coincidence indeed! When it comes to a perfect, balanced relationship between the male power and the feminine principle, it is Mahadeo Shankar and his consort, his Shakti, Parvati, who are quoted as the perfect pair, the ideal couple!
This March 8, let us explore the relationship a little more. Shiv is all that is ideal, and his power, his Shakti is Parvati. This is the traditional explanation. Let me explain, if possible, to interpret the duality differently.
For a happy togetherness, in a way , the ideal qualities of both are necessary, and in unison. As for Parvati, she symbolises a unique womanhood in my opinion. She always has agency in the traditional tale. She takes decisions that are unusual. Yet she asserts herself, pays the price of her decisions with dignity.
Well, that is precisely what a modern day woman tries with her emancipation. Her self-respect is hard-earned. She never compromises with it, does not allow any patriarchal force to tamper with it. Exactly like Devi Parvati. Hence the need to celebrate both the festivals together!
Pratima@ Long live the International Women's Day! Happy Maha Shivratri!
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