In Hinduism, the month of Sawan is considered very sacred. This month is very dear to Lord Shiva. It is believed that in this month, Bholenath comes to visit the earth with Mother Parvati. In such a situation, devotees adopt various measures to get the blessings of Mahadev. Monday fast has special significance in Sawan. It is said that by keeping the fast of Sawan Monday and worshiping Lord Shiva, desired fruits are achieved. If you are also keeping the fast of Sawan Monday, then what things should be kept in mind on this day? Let us know from Acharya Anand Bhardwaj of Ujjain what to do and what not to do on Sawan Monday.
According to mythological beliefs, Lord Shiva controls the universe in the month of Sawan. It was in this month that Lord Shiva, pleased with the penance of Mother Parvati, accepted her as his wife. Since then, it is believed that by worshiping Lord Shiva and Mother Parvati in Sawan, all wishes are fulfilled. This fast is also a means of mental and physical purification. Let us know how many Sawan Mondays will be in the month of Sawan this time.
Know the date of Sawan Monday.
First Monday fast – 14 July
Second Monday fast – 21 July
Third Monday fast – 28 July
Last Monday, fast – 4 August
What is the religious significance of Sawan Monday?
The month of Sawan has special significance for Hindus, and these days, a huge crowd of devotees is seen in the temples. There is a provision to keep fast on every Monday of the Sawan month. It is believed that by worshiping Mahadev during this time, every wish is fulfilled.
Must follow this rule during the fast
– Those who keep the Sawan Monday fast must follow some special rules. On this day, one should get up early in the morning, take a bath, and wear clean clothes.
– Focus on satvikta throughout the day and keep fast. Consume only fruits, milk, and water during fasting, avoid using salt and pepper, also offer arghya to the moon after worshiping in the evening, do not cut hair and nails in Sawan.
– Keep positive thinking during the fast, and spend time meditating on God with devotion. Avoid lying, cheating, criticizing anyone, and follow restraint, discipline, celibacy. also do charity, keep a fast every Monday and break the fast only after Shiva Puja.
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