Rituals for Sawan 2023: Considerations for Observing Shravan Maas by Devotees

The preparations are in full gear as the holy month of Sawan 2023 is about to start in a day. Hindus around the nation celebrate this auspicious month with a lot of fervour and dedication. This year, Sawan is a very unique and wonderful month because it will be honoured for two whole months. Instead of four Shravan somwar this year, there will be eight, which will heighten the excitement and festivities.

The Sawan or Shravan month has great significance, and followers of Lord Shiva worship him during the entire period. Throughout the entire month, devotees conduct fasts and ask the deity for favours. Even though the entire month is holy, it is advisable to fast and seek the deity’s blessings every Shravan maas Monday. The first day of the Shravan month, July 4, 2023, is approaching. Here are some crucial points that worshippers should remember as this occasion draws near and as they observe Shravan month.

Important Considerations for Observing Shravan Maas by Devotees
1. To obtain Lord Shiva’s blessings, devotees should keep stringent fasts every Monday of the Shravan maas.

2. Regular Jalabhisheks for Lord Shiva should be performed.

3. To present to the deity, prepare panchamrit using milk, curd, honey, sugar, and ghee. Every morning after bathing, perform the Jal Abhishek using panchamrit.

4. During the Sawan month, wearing a rudraksha mala and reciting Lord Shiva’s mantras are both said to be particularly successful.

5. Married ladies can also observe the Mangal Gauri vrat and ask the goddess’ blessings during the Shravan maas.

6. Chanting the Maha Mrityunjaya mantra 108 times daily is thought to be particularly lucky for obtaining Lord Shiva’s blessings.

7. During the auspicious month of Sawan, devotees should refrain from consuming non-vegetarian cuisine, onions, garlic, and alcohol.

8. During the whole month of the sawan fast, men should refrain from shaving.

9. After making the Sankalp to fast in Sawan, breaking the fast in the middle is viewed as sinful.

10. During this sacred time, be respectful, express gratitude, and be kind to everyone.

11. While keeping a fast, it’s important to keep giving the body the nutrition it needs to stay healthy.

12. Rock salt should be used in place of table salt when cooking during the month of Sawan.

13. People observe ‘Sawan Somwar’ fasts in order to get Lord Shiva and Parvati’s blessings.