Sawan, also popularly known as Shravan, is the fifth month of the Hindu calendar and is considered one of the most auspicious months in Hinduism. Shravan typically falls in July and August in the Gregorian calendar and is celebrated with great devotion across India. During this month, many Hindus observe fasting and participate in religious activities and festivals. This year, Sawan 2024 in North Indian states like Bihar, Uttar Pradesh, Uttarakhand, and more will begin on Monday, July 22 and continue till Monday, August 19. The month of Sawan is dedicated to Lord Shiva. Hence, during the entire month, devotees visit Shiva temples, perform Abhishekam and chant mantras to seek his blessings. Mondays in Sawan, known as Sawan Somvar, are particularly significant for the devotees of Lord Shiva. Sawan Somwar 2024 Vrat Foods To Eat: Sabudana, Seasonal Fruits, Makhana and More, Food Items You Can Consume During the Shravan Monday Fasts.

Sawan 2024 Start and End Dates

In 2024, Sawan or Shravan will start on Monday, July 22 and end on Monday, August 19.

July 22, 2024, Monday: First Shravan Somwar Vrat

July 29, 2024, Monday: Second Shravan Somwar Vrat

August 5, 2024, Monday: Third Shravan Somwar Vrat

August 12, 2024, Monday: Fourth Shravan Somwar Vrat

August 19, 2024, Monday: Fifth Shravan Somwar Vrat

Sawan Mahina Puja Rituals

  1. During the Sawan month, devotees wake up early in the morning and take a holy bath before starting the puja rituals.

  2. Devotees should clean the house, especially puja room and then place the idol of Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati.

  3. After this, they should light a ghee diya and offer prayers to the deities. Devotees should recite Shiva Chalisa and Shravan Maas Katha as it is considered auspicious.

  4. They should visit Lord Shiva temple and offer panchamrit to Shivalingam, flowers and Bilva Patra which is very dear to Lord Shiva. Also, offer white sweets to Lord Shiva. Sawan Somwar Vrat Vidhi: Worship Lord Shiva by Performing These 7 Auspicious Shravan Fasting Rituals.

Sawan Mahina and Sawan Somwar Significance

The month of Sawan is considered very auspicious in the Hindu community. Several important Hindu festivals and events occur during Sawan, including Raksha Bandhan, Hariyali Teej, and Nag Panchami. Each of these festivals has its own unique customs and rituals.

According to Hindu mythology, it is believed that Lord Shiva saved the world by consuming the poison that emerged from the churning of the ocean (Samudra Manthan). This act turned his throat blue, earning him the name Neelkanth.  Many devotees observe fasts during Sawan, especially on Mondays, known as Sawan Somvar. Sawan or Shravan is considered the holiest month to worship Lord Shiva.

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