President Paudel: Holy Pashupati in Nepal matter for pride for Hindu

Kathmandu: President Ramchandra Paudel has said it is a matter of pride for all Hindu people to have the holy Pashupati in Nepal.

Giving a message of best wishes to all Nepali sisters and brothers on the occasion of the Mahashivaratri today, President Paudel said, 'Lord Shiva is celebrated in many Vedic texts. Having the holy Pashupati area in Nepal is a matter of pride not only for Nepalis but for entire Hindu people.'

The Head of the State wished all Hindu Nepalis peace, prosperity, and happiness on this occasion. He said that the existing cultures in different religious sects reflect continued faith in Lord Shiva, adding that Nepal is the world center for spiritual thoughts for those revering the Pashupatinath and Kirateshwor Mahadev as the form of God Shiva.

Lord Shiva represents both the creative and destructive forces of nature. 'Satyam Shivam Sundaram' (Truth, God, and Beauty) is the inspiring adage relating to Lord Shiva.

According to the President, the Mahashivaratri, the grand festival celebrating God Shiva, urges us to continue life in coexistence and cooperation with nature. He also underlined the need to preserve the cultural and religious heritages, including the Pashupati area. The Head of the State wished the festival brought spiritual awakening among all.

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