Sawan Somwar 2024: Know date, time, significance, rituals

Sawan Somwar 2024 marks the beginning of the sacred month dedicated to Lord Shiva. This auspicious period starts on July 22 and concludes on August 19, 2024. During Sawan, devotees engage in fervent prayers and rituals to seek Lord Shiva's blessings.

The month of Sawan is a time for spiritual renewal and devotion. Devotees aim to deepen their connection with Lord Shiva through traditional rituals and heartfelt prayers.

Sawan Somwar 2024: Dates

• First Sawan Somwar: July 22, 2024
• Second Sawan Somwar: July 29, 2024
• Third Sawan Somwar: August 5, 2024
• Fourth Sawan Somwar: August 12, 2024
• Fifth Sawan Somwar: August 19, 2024

Significance of Sawan Somwar

The sacred month of Shravan, beginning on July 22 and ending on August 19, 2024, holds immense religious significance. Devotees worship Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati with great devotion. The Mondays during this month, known as Sawan Somwar, are particularly important. Devotees perform various rituals, including fasting and Rudrabhishekam, to honor Lord Shiva and seek his blessings.

Sawan Somwar: Fasting Rituals

• Wake up early and take a holy bath.
• Light a diya at home with desi ghee.
• Temple Visit and Offerings:
• Visit a temple and offer prayers to Lord Shiva.
• Perform Jalabhishekam and Abhishekam with Panchamrit (a mixture of milk, curd, ghee, honey, and sugar powder), followed by another Jalabhishekam.
• Offer Bel Patra, Bhang, Dhatura, a garland of red or white flowers, fruits, and sweets.

Mantra Chanting and Aarti:

• Chant the Maha Mrityunjaya Mantra or the Panchakshara Mantra.
• Light a diya with desi ghee and perform aarti.
• During this sacred period, devotees immerse themselves in devotion and spiritual practices, seeking to please Lord Shiva and receive his divine blessings.