The holy month of Sawan or Shravan dedicated to Lord Shiva has a lot of spiritual significance for Hindus all over India. In 2025, the month of Sawan will begin on Friday, July 11, 2025, and will end on Saturday, August 9, 2025 as per the Drick Almanac. Devotees see fasting, prayers and visit to Shiva temples this month, especially on Mondays, known as Shravan Somveer.
Rituals were observed during Shravan Monday fast
Fasting and Bhakti Shravan marks the origin of Monday. Devotees, especially women, inspect this fast for prosperity, marital harmony and blessings from Lord Shiva.
General rituals include:
Morning -Bathing – Devotees take bath at sunrise and wear clean clothes, preferably white or saffron.
Shiva Abhishekam – Performing Abhishek with milk, honey, curd, ghee and water while chanting “Om Namah Shivaya”.
Offering Bell Patra and Dhatura – Lord Shiva is offered holy leaves and flowers with sandalwood paste, fruits and incense.
Fasting – Some keep a nirjala fast (without water), while others consume fruits or a truthful food in the evening.
Chanting and Bhajan – Devotees chant Shiva mantras, read Shiva Purana or recite Maha Mitunjaya Mantra.
Visits of temples – Many people visit Shiva temples and pray, especially in places like Varanasi, Haridwar, Ujjain and Kedarnath.
Spiritual importance of spring
It is believed that this is the month when Lord Shiva consumed poison (halala) during Samudra churning to save the world. As a result, his devotees offer cooling substances to reduce his grief.
Why Monday is special:
- It is considered auspicious for worshiping Shiva on Monday (Monday).
- These days unmarried women are blessed with a good life partner like Lord Shiva.
- Married women pray for their husband’s long life and goodness.
Sawan Somvaar 2025 Vrat Date Full- List:
First Sawan Monday – Monday, 14 July 2025
Second Sawan Monday – Monday, 21 July 2025
Third Sawan Monday – Monday, 28 July 2025
4th Sawan Monday – Monday, 4 August 2025
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