Sawan 2024: The month of Shravan or Sawan is the most dear to Lord Shiva. There is a mythological belief that in Sawan, Lord Shiva comes to his in-laws’ place on earth and removes the troubles of his devotees. This is the reason why in this holy month, devotees do Puja and Jalabhishek to please Bholenath. This entire month is believed to fulfil wishes. Let us know what is done in Sawan.
What is done in Sawan (Sawan me kya kare)
Earthen Shivling Puja – In the month of Saavan, anointing Lord Shiva with water, Panchamrit etc. is considered auspicious. During this time, Dhatura, Bhagam, Bhasm, the favourite things of Lord Shiva, should be offered to him. For this, it is considered best to worship by making a Parthiv (Shivling of clay) Shivling. By doing this, Lord Shiva accepts the worship soon.
Sawan Monday fast – Sawan Monday is considered special. On this day, married women observe a fast for the long life of their husbands and unmarried girls observe a fast to get a good life partner. This increases wealth, happiness, prosperity and also provides relief from all kinds of troubles.
Use of green colour- Due to the rainy season in Sawan, nature is covered with a green sheet. Green colour is also considered a symbol of marital bliss. It is believed that wearing green bangles and sarees in Sawan pleases Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati and blesses them. It brings happiness in married life and the wish of filling an empty lap is fulfilled.
Kanwar Yatra – In Sawan, Kanwariyas (devotees of Shiva) undertake a difficult journey to get the blessings of Bholenath. In this, they walk miles on foot to Haridwar, Sangam coast with Kanwar hanging on their shoulders. They bring water in Kanwar and perform Jalabhishek with that water on Sawan Shivratri. It is believed that doing so leads to salvation.
Traditions related to women In the month of Saavan, women swing on trees and sing Saavan songs. Also, women go to their mother’s house on Hariyali Teej and Rakshabandhan.
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