Sawan Somwar 2024 - 10 things to know with detail
- 1. Sawan Somwar is a special day dedicated to Lord Shiva and is observed on Mondays in the Hindu month of Sawan (usually falling in July-August).
- 2. This year, Sawan Somwar falls on July 1st, 8th, 15th, and 22nd in 2024.
- 3. Devotees observe fasts and offer prayers to Lord Shiva on Sawan Somwar to seek his blessings and fulfillment of their wishes.
- 4. Many people visit Shiva temples on Sawan Somwar to perform Abhishekam (ritual bathing of the Shiva lingam) with water, milk, honey, and other sacred substances.
- 5. Some devotees also observe a strict fast where they abstain from eating food and drink only water or milk throughout the day.
- 6. It is believed that observing fasts and prayers on Sawan Somwar can bring peace, prosperity, and happiness in one's life.
- 7. Many devotees also chant mantras dedicated to Lord Shiva, such as the Maha Mrityunjaya Mantra, during the Sawan Somwar to seek his divine blessings.
- 8. Some people also organize special prayers and bhajans dedicated to Lord Shiva in temples or at home on Sawan Somwar.
- 9. Sawan Somwar holds special significance for married couples who pray for a long and happy married life.
- 10. Overall, Sawan Somwar is considered a highly auspicious day for worshipping Lord Shiva and seeking his divine grace and blessings.