The holy month of Sawan 2024 will begin on Monday, July 22. If you're also planning to observe a fast every Monday (somvar) to please Lord Shiva, then here’s a list of the top fasting rules to follow. Tap to see.
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Start a day of fasting
On every Monday of Sawan month, wake up early, take a bath, and light a diya to take a vow of fasting.
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Shiv Temple
Go to a nearby Shiv temple, offer prayers, and perform ‘Jalabhishek’. You can also offer red or white roses to the Shivlinga if you looking for a desired groom.
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Meditate
Meditate and chant the mantra ‘Namah Shivaye’ 108 times for prosperity and to remove suffering. Women should chant ‘Shivaye Namah’ 108 times on a fasting day.
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Shiv Chalisa
During a holy month, it is also suggested to read the Shiv Chalisa to seek blessings while fasting.
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Important to Know
It’s been said that Lord Shiva is the easiest to please, however, it is advised that during the fast eat salty food only once a day and avoid food with garlic, onion or hing(asafoetida).
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Shiv’s Favourite dessert
The Sawan 2024 has five Mondays, therefore, once your five fasts are complete, offer kheer to Shivlinga on the sixth Monday or on Tuesday followed by the fifth Monday.
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Information credit
Information credit The above information about Sawan 2024 fasting rules is sourced from the famous astrologist account on Instagram, known as @divinereadinngs.The above information about Sawan 2024 fasting rules is sourced from the famous astrologist account on Instagram, known as @divinereadinngs.
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