Sawan Somwar Vrat 2025: In Hinduism, the month of Sawan is considered very sacred and virtuous, which has started from 11 July 2025 this year. The month of Sawan is very dear to Lord Shiva. Fasting in the month of Sawan has great importance in Hinduism. This year the first fast of the month of Sawan will be observed on 14 July.
It is believed that by keeping a fast in Sawan, Lord Shiva is quickly pleased and showers his blessings. Especially by keeping a fast on Monday and offering water to Lord Shiva, wishes are fulfilled. Keeping this in mind, let us know about the rules of Sawan Monday fast from astrologer and Vastu Shastra expert Anshul Tripathi-
While keeping the Sawan Monday fast, some simple but sacred rules should be followed so that your devotion is completely fruitful.
On the day of Sawan Somvar Vrat, wake up in the morning in Brahma Muhurta. Purify the body, mind and thoughts by taking a bath and wear clean, satvik clothes. This is the first step of worship.
Maintain satvik bhaav and mental purity throughout the day. Consume only fruits, milk and water during the fast. Stay away from salt, spices, grains and tamasic food.
On this day, perform Abhishekam of Shivling at home or in a nearby Shiva temple. Offer Gangajal, milk, curd, ghee, honey, Belpatra, Dhatura, ash and white flowers. Perform Puja while chanting Om Namah Shivaya.
On the day of Sawan Somvar Vrat, do not forget to offer Arghya to the moon on completion of the fast in the evening. This is considered extremely auspicious for purification of mind, mental peace and blessings of Chandradev.
In this holy month, keep yourself away from lies, deceit, slander, anger and greed. Keep your speech sweet, maintain purity in thoughts and simplicity in conduct. The fast is completed by observing restraint and celibacy.
On the day of Sawan Somvar Vrat, offer food to the hungry, water to the thirsty and clothes to the needy. The feeling of service is true devotion. This pleases Lord Shiva and brings compassion and grace in life.
Astrologer and Vastu Shastra expert Anshul Tripathi says that fasting in Sawan gives peace to the mind and strength to the body. This fast reduces mental stress and brings balance in life.
Let us tell you, apart from this, it also removes the obstacles coming in marriage and helps in getting a good life partner. Those who worship Lord Shiva with full devotion, all their sorrows gradually go away.
