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Sawan 2026: The month of Sawan is going to start from 30th July 2026. Worship of Lord Shiva is considered to have special significance during this entire month. Especially on Mondays of Sawan, long queues of devotees are seen in temples since morning. Devotees wish to receive the blessings of Lord Bholenath by offering water, milk, belpatra, dhatura and cannabis on Shivling. But have you ever wondered why special worship of Lord Shiva is done only on Monday? Behind this, there is a deep connection between religious belief, mythology and astrology.
What is the relation between Monday and Lord Shiva?
In Hindu religion, every day of the week is considered dedicated to some god or goddess. monday day lord shiva It is considered to be the favorite day of. Som means moon and Monday is also considered to be related to Chandradev. Lord Shiva has worn the moon on his forehead, which is why Shiva worship on Monday is said to have special significance.
Mythological story related to Moon and Shiva
According to mythological beliefs, Chandradev married 27 daughters of King Daksh, but he had more affection only for Rohini. Angered by this, Daksh Prajapati cursed Chandradev with tuberculosis. Due to the effect of the curse, the brightness of the moon gradually started decreasing. When all the measures failed, Chandradev performed severe penance to Lord Shiva. Pleased with his devotion, Lord Shiva placed him on his forehead and reduced the effect of the curse. Since then Lord Shiva came to be known as Chandrashekhar and Monday was considered the most auspicious day for his worship.
Why are Mondays of Sawan considered the most special?
There is a religious belief that the month of Saavan is most dear to Lord Shiva. It is said that devotion to Shiva done in this month gives manifold results. Therefore, when there is a coincidence of Sawan and Monday, then its importance increases even more. On Monday of Sawan, devotees observe fast, perform Jalabhishek of Shivling and chant Om Namah Shivay mantra. It is believed that Lord Shiva gets pleased quickly and fulfills the wishes of the devotees.
Monday also has importance in astrology
According to astrology, the ruling planet of Monday is Moon. Moon is considered to be the factor of mind, emotions and mental peace. If the Moon is weak in a person’s horoscope, then worshiping Lord Shiva, Jalabhishek and Rudrabhishek on Monday is considered auspicious. It is believed that this reduces mental stress, increases self-confidence and infuses positive energy in life.
How to worship Lord Shiva on Monday?
On Monday morning, after taking bath, wear clean clothes and meditate on Lord Shiva. Offer Ganga water, water, milk, Belpatra, Aak flower, Dhatura and white sandalwood on Shivalinga. After this, chant Om Namah Shivay or Mahamrityunjaya mantra with devotion. At the end of the puja, pray to Lord Shiva for happiness, peace and prosperity. Performing Shiva Aarti in the evening is also considered auspicious.
What are the benefits of Monday worship?
According to religious beliefs, worshiping Lord Shiva as per the rituals on Monday can remove many problems of life. It is believed that by the grace of Shiva one gets the blessings of mental peace, good health, marital happiness, child happiness and financial progress. Unmarried young men and women also keep fast on Sawan Monday with the wish of getting a life partner of their choice. Married people worship Lord Shiva for happiness in married life and prosperity of the family.
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