The month of Sawan Month 2025 is considered the most sacred month of the year as per the Hindu calendar. It is also known as Sawan Maas and is regarded as a special time dedicated to the worship of Lord Shiva. During this month, devotees observe fasts, perform abhishek (ritual bathing) of the Shivling, and take part in special worship rituals at temples. The significance of Sawan Maas is not limited to its religious aspects — it is equally important from cultural and spiritual perspectives.
In 2025, the Sawan month will begin on 11th July 2025 (Friday) and will end on 9th August 2025 (Saturday). Throughout this period, devotees of Lord Shiva especially observe fasts on Mondays and visit Shiva temples for darshan and worship.
In this article, we will know in detail:
- Sawan Mondays and their significance
- Why the month of Sawan is special
- When the month of Sawan is starting
- How to perform Shiva worship in Sawan
- Which remedies are considered auspicious during Sawan
- What to offer to Lord Shiva in Sawan
Sawan Mondays and their significance
The month of Sawan is considered the most sacred time for devotion to Lord Shiva. In this month, Shiva devotees worship Shiva and Mother Parvati with full devotion and true heart. Although each day has its own importance for worship, the place of Sawan Mondays is considered the most special. On this day, devotees observe fasts and offer water, milk, and bilva leaves on the Shivling to perform abhishek of Bholenath. It is believed that by fasting on Sawan Mondays, Lord Shiva becomes pleased and fulfills the wishes of devotees.
In Sanatan tradition, it is believed that from Devshayani Ekadashi, Lord Vishnu enters yogic sleep (Yoga Nidra) in the Kshir Sagar. During this period, the responsibility of running the universe is taken over by Lord Shiva. This period is called Chaturmas, which is symbolic of religion, penance, fasting, and self-restraint. It is during this period that the month of Srawan falls, which is considered extremely significant from a spiritual point of view. It is believed that worshipping Shiva during this month removes the obstacles of life and brings peace and happiness to the home and family.
Now devotees eagerly await that date when Shrawan begins and they can immerse themselves in the worship of Bholenath with full devotion.
Why is the Sawan Month Special?
Sawan month is considered the most sacred time for devotion to Lord Shiva in Hinduism. In this month, devotees perform special worship of Lord Shiva and observe Monday fasts. According to mythology, during the churning of the ocean, in this period itself, Lord Shiva held the deadly Halahala poison in his throat to protect the world. Because of this, Sawan month is considered dear to Shiva. From Sawan month itself, Chaturmas begins, when Lord Vishnu goes into yogic sleep and the running of the universe is handled by Lord Shiva.
This time is considered best for religion, fasting, and penance. Offering water, milk, and bilva leaves on the Shivling during Sawan removes life’s troubles and brings peace and happiness. This is why Shrawan month is considered very special spiritually.
When is the Sawan Month starting?
According to the Vedic calendar, this year the month of Sawan will begin on 11th July 2025. One day prior, i.e. 10th July, is Ashadha Purnima. This Purnima will begin on 10th July at 1:36 AM at night and will remain till 11th July at 2:06 AM at night. In Sanatan tradition, Udaya Tithi (the date that prevails at sunrise) is considered valid, so the Pratipada date of Sawan will start on 11th July at 11:07 PM at night and will last till 12th July at 2:08 AM at night. For this reason, 11th July 2025 is considered the beginning of Sawan month.
Sawan 2025 Somwar Vrat Dates
Here are the important Sawan Somvar fast dates for 2025:
- 14 July 2025 – First Sawan Somvar Vrat
- 21 July 2025 – Second Sawan Somvar Vrat
- 28 July 2025 – Third Sawan Somvar Vrat
- 4 August 2025 – Fourth Sawan Somvar Vrat
Auspicious Yoga at the Start of Sawan 2025
This year Sawan is beginning with a wonderful and sacred Yoga called Shivvas Yoga. In this Yoga, it is believed that Lord Shiva is seated on Mount Kailash with Mother Parvati and showers special grace upon devotees. According to religious belief, worshipping Shiva with devotion and performing abhishek of the Shivling in this auspicious conjunction grants the devotee prosperity, good fortune, and desired results. For Shiva devotees, this Sharawan is especially considered fruitful because this Yoga is the best time for receiving Shiva’s blessings.
How to Perform Shiva Puja During Sawan Month (Sawan Puja Vidhi)
To gain the divine blessings of Lord Shiva during Sawan, it is important to follow the right rituals with sincerity:
- The Sawan month is considered the most auspicious for the worship of Lord Shiva. If Bholenath is worshipped during this sacred time with full devotion and correct method, he quickly becomes pleased and fulfills the desires of devotees.
- During this time, wake up during Brahma Muhurta in the morning, take a bath, and wear clean clothes. Clean the house and the place of worship and sprinkle Gangajal there. Then bathe the Shivling with Gangajal and raw milk, and purify it by washing with pure water.
- After this, offer bilva leaves, dhatura, white flowers, ash, cow’s milk, and sweets to the Shivling. During the worship, chanting the mantra Om Namah Shivaya 108 times is considered highly auspicious. You can also recite the 108 names of Shiva.
- Recite Shiva Chalisa and finally perform the aarti of Shiva. After the puja is completed, fold hands and pray to Lord Shiva for peace, prosperity, and well-being in life.
- It is said that worship of Shiva performed with devotion during Sawan removes sorrows from life and grants the special blessings of Bholenath.
It is said that performing Shiva puja with devotion during Sawan helps remove sorrows and earns Lord Shiva’s special grace.
Auspicious Remedies During Sawan
Here are some simple yet powerful remedies considered beneficial during the Sawan month:
- Offer water and red flowers on Shiva Linga: Every day, pour pure water on the Shiva Linga while chanting Om Namah Shivaya. Red flowers like Hibiscus or Rose are also considered auspicious.
- Abhishek with Ganga water and Bhasm: Mix a little sacred ash (Bhasm) in Ganga water and perform Abhishek on the Shiva Linga. This is believed to remove negativity from one’s life.
- Recite Shiva Chalisa daily: Chanting Shiva Chalisa during Sawan brings inner peace and draws Shiva’s blessings.
- Chant the Rinmukteshwar Mantra: To overcome debts and financial troubles, recite “Om Rinmukteshwar Mahadevaya Namah” regularly.
- Observe the Parikrama rule: While worshipping Shiva Linga, always perform a half-circle circumambulation (Ardh Parikrama). Full circumambulation of the Linga is not done as per tradition.
What to Offer to Lord Shiva in Sawan Month?
During Sawan, devotees offer:
- Water, milk, honey, and curd
- Bel leaves (trifoliate leaves)
- Datura, white sandalwood, and white flowers
- Sacred ash (Bhasm)
- Sweets (especially white-colored sweets)
These offerings are deeply symbolic and dear to Lord Shiva, and presenting them with faith brings divine blessings.
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For Our Hindi Reader : Sawan 2025 : सावन मास की तिथि, व्रत, पूजा विधि और शिव कृपा पाने के शुभ उपाय
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