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Sawan 2025: The month of Shravan, which is considered one in the holiest months in Hinduism, is a very auspicious period of worship of Lord Shiva. During this time, worship, fast, Jalabhishek and chanting of Bholenath are considered special fruitful. One of these is the chanting of Shiva Sahasranama. Religious belief is that if Shiva Sahasranama is recited with reverence in the month of Sawan, then all the obstacles of life are removed and the person gets special virtue. Let us know what are the benefits of chanting Shiva Sahasranam in Sawan and what are the religious beliefs related to it.
What is Shiva Sahasranama?
Shiva Sahasranama is a collection of 1000 names of Lord Shiva. It is part of the Shiva Purana, a sacred book of Hinduism and is read in praise of Lord Shiva. These names describe their various qualities, forms and powers. By chanting these names, a person connects with various aspects of Lord Shiva and receives his grace.
Shiva Sahasranama mentioned in Mahabharata: It is found in Bhishma festival and describes the qualities of Lord Shiva by Yudhishthira.
Shiva Sahasranama mentioned in Padma Purana: It describes various pastimes and glory of Lord Shiva.
Both Sahasranam are considered very sacred and chanting them gives equal fruits.
Importance of Shiva Sahasranama chanting in Sawan
The month of Sawan is very dear to Lord Shiva. During this time, Shiva travels on earth and fulfills the wishes of his devotees. In this way, chanting Shiva Sahasranama becomes many times more fruitful. According to religious beliefs, regular chanting of Shiva Sahasranama in Sawan fulfills all the wishes of a person. Whether it is related to money, health, marriage, children or any worldly desire. This chanting destroys all the sins committed in the person’s loss or unknowingly. You get freedom from obstacles, sorrows and sufferings in life.
This chant not only provides worldly pleasure, but also leads the person to spiritual progress. This chant is also helpful in calming any type of planetary defect in the horoscope. Its chanting is considered very effective in particular to reduce the bad effects of Saturn, Rahu and Ketu. Chanting Shiva Sahasranama brings positive energy in the house and mind. It removes negativity and brings peace and prosperity.
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