The holy month of Shravan, also known as Sawan, holds a special place in the hearts of Lord Shiva devotees. Among the most significant days of this month are the Shravan Somwars (Mondays), each dedicated to seeking the blessings of Mahadev, the destroyer of evil and the lord of transformation.
ЁЯУЕ Why is the 1st Shravan Somwar Special?
The first Monday of Shravan is considered especially auspicious as it marks the beginning of a highly charged spiritual period. Devotees believe that worshipping Lord Shiva on this day with a pure heart can bring peace, prosperity, health, and protection from negative energies.
This year, the first Shravan Somwar sets the tone for:
- Deep inner cleansing
- Spiritual growth
- Manifesting desires with ShivaтАЩs blessings
ЁЯМ╝ What to Do on 1st Shravan Somwar?
To make the most of this powerful day, here are some rituals and practices:
- Wake up before sunrise, take a holy bath (preferably with Ganga jal), and wear clean clothes.
- Visit a Shiva temple or create a sacred altar at home with a Shiva Lingam or picture of Lord Shiva.
- Offer Abhishekam with milk, water, honey, bel leaves, dhatura, and white flowers.
- Chant mantras like тАЬOm Namah ShivayaтАЭ or the powerful Maha Mrityunjaya Mantra.
- Fast for the entire day or observe a fruit-only or one-time meal fast.
- Meditate and sit in silence, connecting with the divine energy of Mahadev.
ЁЯЩП Mantra for the Day
Maha Mrityunjaya Mantra:
тАЬOm Tryambakam Yajamahe Sugandhim Pushtivardhanam
Urvarukamiva Bandhanan Mrityor Mukshiya MaamritatтАЭ
Chanting this mantra 108 times is believed to shield you from illness, negativity, and fear.
ЁЯЪл What Not to Do
- Avoid anger, lies, and negative thoughts.
- DonтАЩt consume non-vegetarian food or alcohol.
- Refrain from harming any living being or indulging in gossip.
ЁЯМ╕ The Spiritual Message
Shravan Somwar is not just about external rituals but about internal transformation. ItтАЩs a time to shed ego, release grudges, and awaken the inner Shiva тАФ the still, powerful, and calm self within.
Use this 1st Shravan Somwar as a doorway to enter a month full of divine grace, discipline, and devotion.
