Sawan 2024 Fast: The Solah Somvar Vrat is a popular and important fast in Hinduism. This fast is dedicated to Lord Shiva, who is considered one of the main deities of Hinduism, and his wife Mata Parvati. It is believed that observing the Solah Somvar Vrat with proper rituals brings blessings of Lord Shiva and desired results. This fast is especially important for attaining family happiness and harmony. Married women often observe this fast for the longevity of their husbands and a happy married life. Apart from this, this fast is also considered very auspicious for couples who are facing difficulty in having children.
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Sawan Monday is starting from 22 July 2024
If you wish to fulfill any kind of wish in your life, then the fast of sixteen Mondays can be beneficial for you. According to astrology, this fast is also helpful in reducing the adverse effects of planets. This fast done with rules and devotion can also pave the way for attaining salvation. The fast of sixteen Mondays is the best way to please Lord Shiva and Mother Parvati. If you want to start this fast from Sawan, then 22 July 2024 will be its auspicious start.
Puja Vidhi for every Monday
- Get up early, take a bath and wear clean clothes.
- Bathe the idols of Lord Shiva and Mother Parvati in the temple at home with Ganga water.
- Offer them auspicious fruits, flowers, Belpatra, Aak and Dhatura.
- Offer naivedya and offer bael fruit which is considered as the prasadam of Lord Shiva.
- Chant the Shiva mantra “Om Namah Shivaya” 108 times. If you wish, you can also chant Mother Parvati's mantra “Om Parvataye Namah”.
- Keep a waterless fast or eat only fruits for the whole day. Avoid garlic, onion, non-vegetarian food and spicy food.
- In the evening, perform the aarti of Lord Shiva and Mother Parvati at the time of sunset.
Importance of Solah Somvar Vrat
This fast is considered especially important for married women. It brings happiness in married life and eliminates family disputes. This fast is also very beneficial for unmarried girls. It helps them get a suitable groom. This fast helps in calming the mind and removing negative thoughts. One can also attain salvation by regularly observing the sixteen Monday fast.
