Maha Shivratri 2021: These 7 things are not offered to Lord Shiva

According to the legend, Shiv ji and Parvati did not like Shankhachuda, Tulsi’s first husband. Shiv ji later killed him. So, you should never offer him Tulsi leaves.

Kumkum is not offered to Lord Shiva. Shiv ji is considered a recluse, therefore he is not offered Kumkum.

According to scriptures, Lord Shiva is offered Akshat or whole rice. If the rice is broken, it is considered incomplete and impure, and therefore not fit to be offered to Shiv Ji.

Lord Shiva assassinated a demon called Shankhchud and he is believed to be considered a symbol of the same demon. Hence, conch is not used while worshipping Lord Shiva.

Kewda and Champa flowers are believed to be cursed by Lord Shiva. Hence, you should never offer him these flowers.

Anything offered to Shiv Ji is considered as nirmalaya and therefore unfit to be consumed.

Turmeric or Haldi is an ingredient that helps enhance one's beauty and since Lord Shiva is an ascetic, Haldi is not offered to him.