Sawan Somwar 2024: Dates, Mantras, Rituals, Fasting Rules, And More

Sawan Somwar Vrat is a sacred ritual dedicated to Lord Shiva which is celebrated during the month of Sawan. Sawan Somwar holds a significant place in Hindu rituals and traditions. As per the Hindu calendar, this is also the holiest month dedicated to Lord Shiva. In 2024, these special Mondays will be observed with great devotion, offering a time for devotees to seek blessings, perform pujas, and observe fasts. Here is a comprehensive guide to Sawan Somwar 2024, including the dates, time, mantras, rituals, and fasting rules.

Sawan Somwar 2024 Dates and Time

The Sawan Somwar dates for 2024 are as follows:

1. First Sawan Somwar: July 22, 2024

2. Second Sawan Somwar: July 29, 2024

3. Third Sawan Somwar: August 5, 2024

4. Fourth Sawan Somwar: August 12, 2024

5. Fourth Sawan Somwar: August 19, 2024

According to Drik Panchang, the first Sawan Somwar is on July 22, 2024, and its Pratipada tithi will last until 1:11 pm, the Abhijit muhurat will last from 12 pm to 12:55 pm, and Shravana Nakshatra until 10:21 pm on July 22, 2024

Sawan Somwar Rituals

Performing the Sawan Somwar Puja with devotion and following all the rituals is believed to bring prosperity, happiness, and the blessings of Lord Shiva.

1. First devotees who are observing the fast must wake up early and take a holy bath.

2. Wear clean and new clothes (white or yellow)

3. Visit a temple or home shrine, where devotees perform Abhishekam (ritual bathing) of the Shiva Lingam using water, milk, honey, curd, ghee, and sugar. Each substance has a specific significance, symbolising purity and devotion.

4. Bilva (Bael) leaves are considered highly auspicious and are offered to the Shiva Lingam along with flowers, fruits, and incense.

5. Devotees recite Shiva mantras such as Om Namah Shivaya and the Maha Mrityunjaya Mantra, seeking divine blessings.

6. The puja concludes with the aarti, where a lamp is waved before the deity while singing devotional songs.

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Sawan Somwar Mantras

Chanting mantras is a vital part of the Sawan Somwar rituals. Some important mantras include:

1. Om Namah Shivaya: The universal mantra for seeking Lord Shiva’s blessings.

2. Maha Mrityunjaya Mantra: Om Tryambakam Yajamahe, Sugandhim Pushtivardhanam, Urvarukamiva Bandhananm, Mrityor Mukshiya Maamritat

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Sawan Somwar Fasting Rules

Observing a fast on Sawan Somwar is believed to be highly auspicious, especially for unmarried women seeking a suitable life partner and for married women praying for their husband’s well-being.

To observe the Sawan Somwar Vrat, some people follow Nirjala Vrat (no-water fasting), while others opt for minimal food intake. During the Sawan month, it is recommended to consume sattvik food, engage in charity, and avoid food items such as onion, garlic, eggs, and other non-vegetarian items. Devotees perform Jal Abhishek of the Shivling, eat food only once a day, and include fruits in their diet.

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