Sonwar Upay: Monday holds a sacred place in Hindu spirituality as it is devoted to Lord Shiv, the supreme deity of transformation, compassion and divine protection.
It is widely believed that sincere worship on this day grants peace of mind, spiritual growth, prosperity, health and fulfilment of heartfelt wishes. When Somwar Vrat and Shiv Puja are performed according to one’s zodiac sign, their spiritual impact multiplies, aligning planetary energies in the devotee’s favour. These time-honoured remedies are especially beneficial for seekers across the world who wish to invite harmony, stability and divine blessings into their lives.
Aries
Offer water mixed with jaggery or honey on the Shiv Lingam and present red flowers. This strengthens confidence and removes obstacles from important tasks.
Taurus
Perform abhishek using milk, curd and sandalwood. Offer white flowers to enhance financial stability and family happiness.
Gemini
Mix sacred Ganga water with Durva grass for abhishek. This calms mental stress and improves communication skills.
Cancer
Abhishek with milk, curd or ghee while chanting ‘Om Namah Shivya’ 108 times brings emotional peace and health benefits.
Leo
Offer water mixed with jaggery or honey and light a ghee lamp in the temple. Reciting the Mahamrityunjaya Mantra boosts confidence and social respect.
Virgo
Abhishek with sugarcane juice or bhang leaves and regular chanting of ‘Om Namah Shivya’ supports professional success.
Libra
Use perfumed water or pure ghee for abhishek. Reciting Shiv Sahasranama improves harmony in married life.
Scorpio
Offer fragrant milk or Ganga water mixed with Durva. This increases courage and self-belief.
Sagittarius
Perform abhishek with saffron-mixed milk or raw milk to strengthen destiny and fortune.
Capricorn
Offer water mixed with wheat grains or black sesame seeds and donate wheat to relieve Saturn-related challenges.
Aquarius
Use sugarcane juice or water mixed with white sesame seeds. Chant ‘Om Namah Shivy’ 11 times to resolve financial and mental worries.
Pisces
Abhishek with raw milk mixed with bhang leaves or sugarcane juice and offer a peepal leaf on the Shiv Lingam for special blessings.