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Time of India
5 days ago
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- Time of India
Sawan 2025: Key dates, significance, and rituals to observe this auspicious month
The month of Shravan, also called Sawan, holds immense spiritual importance in the Hindu calendar and is devoted entirely to Lord Shiva. This sacred period is observed with intense devotion through prayers, rituals, and fasting, especially on Mondays, which are celebrated as Shravan Somwar or Sawan Somwar Vrat . Many devotees also observe a sixteen-week fast known as Solah Somwar, during which they seek Lord Shiva's blessings for prosperity, well-being, and marital harmony. Additionally, Tuesdays in Sawan are reserved for worshipping Goddess Parvati, known as Mangal Gauri Vrat. Other key observances in this month include Sawan Shivaratri and Hariyali Amavasya. Shravan (Sawan) Month Dates in 2025 According to the Purnimanta calendar, followed mostly in North India, Shravan begins about 15 days before it starts in the Amanta calendar used in South and Western India. In 2025, the Shravan month in South and Western India will be observed from Friday, July 11 to Friday, July 25. Why is Shravan Celebrated? The significance of Shravan stems from the ancient legend of Samudra Manthan, during which Lord Shiva consumed deadly poison (Halahala) to save the universe. Goddess Parvati, in a protective gesture, held his neck to prevent the poison from harming him further. Although it saved the world, Shiva endured great pain, and as a result, this month is considered sacred and devoted to his worship. It is believed that prayers offered during Sawan are especially powerful and bring spiritual merit. Live Events Sawan 2025: Somwar Vrat (Fasting) Dates Here are the dates for the Sawan Somwar Vrats (Monday fasts) observed during the holy month of Shravan 2025: 1st Sawan Somwar Vrat – Monday, July 14, 2025 2nd Sawan Somwar Vrat – Monday, July 21, 2025 3rd Sawan Somwar Vrat – Monday, July 28, 2025 4th Sawan Somwar Vrat – Monday, August 4, 2025
Time of India
08-07-2025
- General
- Time of India
When does Sawan 2025 begin: Important Somvars, date, pooja vidhi, and significance
Monsoon in North India brings more than just rainfall and a serene environment; it marks the arrival of Sawan or Shravan, one of the most sacred months in the Hindu calendar, dedicated to Lord Shiva. In 2025, according to the Purnimanta calendar, Sawan will start around July 11 and end on August 9, 2025. Why is Sawan so important? The origin of Sawan lies in the Samudra Manthan, known as the churning of the cosmic ocean. According to Hindu mythology, during the process, a deadly poison called Halahala emerged and to save the universe, Lord Shiva consumed the poison, which lodged in his throat, turning it blue and earning him the name 'Neelkanth.' Monday (Somwar) is particularly powerful because, traditionally, it is considered Shiva's favorite day. The Monday fast (Somwar vrat) is one of the most important fasts for Shiva's devotees. People seek blessings from Lord Shiva to get marital bliss and harmony, fulfilling all desires and removing obstacles from life. During the month of Sawan, devotees flock to Shiva temples across India, especially on Mondays, to offer milk, water, bael leaves, and prayers. Many observe strict fasts, chant mantras, and participate in evening aartis. The spiritual intensity of this period is believed to purify the soul, strengthen faith, and bring divine grace. It's a time for inner reflection, self-discipline, and deep connection with the divine. Somwar Vrat Date Day 1st Sawan Somwar Vrat July 14, 2025 Monday 2nd Sawan Somwar Vrat July 21, 2025 Monday 3rd Sawan Somwar Vrat July 28, 2025 Monday 4th Sawan Somwar Vrat August 4, 2025 Monday Rituals of Sawan Somwar Devotees wake up early, take a bath, and wear clean white or saffron clothes. Some people observe Nirjala vrat (no water or food), while others take fruits and milk only. This fast is kept from sunrise to sunset and broken only after the evening prayers are offered. Sacred bathing of Shiva Lingam Devotees visit Shiva temples to perform Abhishek (ritual bathing) of the Shivalinga with: Milk Water Honey Curd Ghee Sugar and also offer Bel Patra, Dhatura, white flowers, fruits, and incense. Chanting and Bhajans One can chant the 'Om namah shivaya' mantra, the Maha Mrityunjaya mantra, and the 108 names of Lord Shiva. It is said that if you observe a fast on Sawan, it has several benefits: Fulfilment of wishes and all your desires Protection from all sorts of negativity Attainment of inner peace and spiritual growth Removal of sins and karmic debt
India Today
03-07-2025
- Lifestyle
- India Today
Sawan 2025: Dates, Significance, and all you need to know
The holy month of Sawan, also known as Shravan, is considered one of the most auspicious periods in the Hindu calendar. It is especially dedicated to Lord Shiva, and devotees across India observe fasting and prayers every Monday, known as Somwar Vrat. However, due to different lunar calendar systems, the dates for Sawan vary across 2025 DATES AS PER REGIONAL CALENDARSIn 2025, the dates for the beginning and end of Sawan depend on the calendar system followed in different parts of India (Purnimanta calendar)Sawan begins on July 11, 2025 (Friday) and ends on August 8, 2025 (Friday).This calendar is followed in states like Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, Rajasthan, Himachal Pradesh, and Madhya and Western India (Amanta calendar)Sawan starts on July 25, 2025 (Friday) and ends on August 22, 2025 (Friday).This calendar is followed in Maharashtra, Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, and and some Himalayan regions (solar calendar)Sawan begins on July 16, 2025, and ends on August 15, 2025, following a different solar-based regional VRAT DATES IN SAWAN 2025These are the Mondays observed as Somwar Vrat across different calendar systems:advertisementNorth India (Purnimanta system)1st Somwar – July 14, 20252nd Somwar – July 21, 20253rd Somwar – July 28, 20254th Somwar – August 4, 2025South and West India (Amanta system)1st Somwar – July 28, 20252nd Somwar – August 4, 20253rd Somwar – August 11, 20254th Somwar – August 18, 2025Nepal and Solar Calendar Followers1st Somwar – July 21, 20252nd Somwar – July 28, 20253rd Somwar – August 4, 20254th Somwar – August 11, 2025WHY DO THE DATES VARY ACROSS REGIONS?The primary reason for the difference in dates is the use of two lunar calendar systemsThe Purnimanta calendar, used in the North, starts the month from the day after a full Amanta calendar, followed in the South and West, starts the month from the day after a new a result, Sawan begins approximately 15 days earlier in North India compared to the SIGNIFICANCE OF SAWAN AND SOMWAR VRATThe month of Sawan is believed to be especially dear to Lord Shiva. Fasting on Mondays, performing Rudrabhishek (sacred bathing of Shiva Lingam), chanting Shiva mantras, and visiting temples are key unmarried women also observe Somwar Vrats during this month, seeking blessings for a good life partner, while others do it for health, prosperity, and spiritual RITUALS AND PRACTICESadvertisementFasting: Devotees usually consume only fruits, milk, or light vegetarian food without Offerings of water, milk, honey, and bel patra to Lord Yatra: Pilgrims carry Ganga water to offer at Shiva and prayers: Special chants and devotional songs are sung throughout the matter which regional calendar you follow, the spirit of devotion during Sawan remains the same. It is a time for inner cleansing, devotion, and surrender to Lord Shiva. Make note of your region's Somwar dates and observe the vrats with sincerity for divine blessings.- Ends
Hindustan Times
30-06-2025
- General
- Hindustan Times
Sawan 2025 full calendar: When is Shravan month beginning? Know first Sawan Somwar vrat date, shubh muhurat and more
Sawan 2025: The auspicious Hindu festival of Sawan or Shravan maas (month) is observed annually to honour Lord Shiva. Hindu devotees seek the blessings of the god and keep fasts on all Mondays during the Shravan month to please Lord Shiva. They are known as Shravan Somwar or Sawan Somwar Vrats. Many devotees observe sixteen Mondays or Solah Somwar fasting from the first Somwar of the Sawan month. Devotees also worship Maa Parvati and seek her blessings. If you and your loved ones are observing the festival, here's everything you need to know about it. Sawan 2025: The auspicious Hindu festival of Sawan Somwar is observed with pomp every year. (Representative Image (Unsplash)) According to Drik Panchang, this year the auspicious festival of Sawan will begin on July 11 and will end on August 9. This year, Sawan will end with the much-anticipated festival of Rakshabandhan, which will be celebrated on August 9 this time. The first Sawan Somwar will be observed by devotees on July 14. Sawan Somwar has special significance for the devotees of Lord Shiva and Maa Parvati. On this day, people keep fast and perform Jalabhishek by offering water, milk, Bel leaves, and Ganga jal on the Shivling. Sawan 2025: Sawan Somwar full calendar Sawan Somwar Date First Sawan Somwar Vrat July 14, Monday Second Sawan Somwar Vrat July 21, Monday Third Sawan Somwar Vrat July 28, Monday Fourth Sawan Somwar Vrat August 4, Monday According to Drik Panchang, Sawan begins on July 11 in Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh, Punjab, Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand, Chhattisgarh, Bihar, and Jharkhand. Meanwhile, Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Goa, Maharashtra, Gujarat, Karnataka and Tamil Nadu will observe it from July 25 and Nepal and some parts of Uttarakhand and Himachal Pradesh on July 16. Sawan 2025: Things to remember during Sawan The Sawan or Shravan month is considered highly auspicious in the Hindu religion. During this time, it is advised to eat only vegetarian food, avoid non-vegetarian food, garlic and onion, avoid alcohol, and observe a fast on Mondays. According to beliefs, donating milk or milk products this month is extremely auspicious.
