As monsoon clouds gather, it is a spiritual energy, it marks for today. First Monday of Sawan 2025One day was sacred by millions Lord Shiva Devotees all over India. Worshiping Mahadev during the month of Srivan, especially on Monday, is believed to bring peace, prosperity and divine blessings.
The importance of this holy month lies deeply Hindu mythologywith Lord Vishnu in yoga sleep (Divine slam) During hearing, cosmic balance is handled by the task of maintaining Lord Shiva. Thus, these weeks are ideal for expressing devotion, apologizing and strengthening their spiritual discipline.
Even if no one can fast for the whole month, then observation Sawan Somwar fast It is said to earn the blessings of Shiva alone. Interestingly, the first Monday of this year also matches Ghajanana Shankin Chaturthi, Adding a layer of divine auspiciousness during the day.
Mondays are particularly auspicious during Sawan. According to the Drink Almanac, “All Mondays or Somvar (S) that fall during the month of Shravan are considered highly auspicious for fasting and it is known as Shravan Somwar or Sawan Somwar fast.
What is Sawan Somwar fast?
Monday fast is observed during the month of Sawan Somwar fast Savan. Many devotees also take the Sola Somwar fast (16 consecutive Mondays) starting from this day, so that heartfelt desires can be fulfilled or peace can be found in life. Fasting is usually accompanied by Shiva worship, chanting mantra, and consumption of truth food.
The first Sawan is auspicious yoga and constellation on Monday
Here is auspicious time according to Drik Panchang:
1. Ayushman Yoga: Till 4:14 pm
2. Safabhaya Yoga: Starts after 4:14 pm
3. Dhaninsh Nakshatra: Till 6:49 am
4. Santabha Nakshatra: Later
These yogas are considered highly beneficial for spiritual practices and religious ceremonies.
Shub Murat for Shiva Puja today (July 14, 2025):
1. Brahma Murat: 4:11 pm – 4:52 pm
2. Abhijeet Murat: 11:59 pm – 12:55 pm
3. Vijay Murat: 2:45 pm – 3:40 pm
4. Mudhuli Murat: 7:20 PM – 7:40 pm
5. Amrit period: 11:21 PM – 12:55 am (night of 14 July)
To maximize spiritual benefits, plan your worship or VRAT activities within these windows.
Sawan Somwar Rituals and Prasad for Lord Shiva
1. Wake up early, take a bath, and wear clean or white clothes.
2. If possible, visit a Shiva temple, or make a holy place at home.
3. Abhishek Shivalinga using Ganga water (holy water).
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4. A sacred mixture of milk, curd, ghee, honey and sugarcane juice, with Panchamirit Abhishek.
5. Offer white sandalwood, white flowers, cannabis, dhatura, fruits, and sesame (sesame).
6. Do not forget to include Lord Ganesha, Parvati Maa, Kartikeya and Nandi in your prayers.
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When does Sawan begin?
According to the Purnimanta calendar in North India, Sanaa begins compared to the Amanta calendar used in South and Western India 15 days ago. Therefore, the exact beginning date of the spring depending on this region may be different.
Why is Savan Somwar so special?
It is believed that Shiva quickly gave a boon during Sawan. Devotees inspect fasting for love, health, marriage or spiritual upliftment. Women often pray for an ideal life partner, while men want power and peace of mind.
This holy month is the time to re-connect with divine energy through self-purification, spiritual awakening, and prayer, meditation and discipline.
Therefore, whether you are fasting, visiting temples, or just offering water to the Shivling, set a tone to Sawan Somwar for a month for devotion and change.
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