The holy month of Sawan 2025, also known as Shravan Maas, holds immense spiritual significance for devotees of Lord Shiva. It is considered the most auspicious month in the Hindu calendar, dedicated entirely to Lord Shiva, the destroyer and transformer of the universe. Devotees observe fasts, visit temples, and perform special rituals to seek Lord Shiva’s blessings.
📅 Sawan 2025 Start and End Date
✔️ Sawan 2025 Start Date:
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Monday, July 11, 2025
✔️ Sawan 2025 End Date:
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Sunday, August 9, 2025
The month begins with Shravan Krishna Paksha Pratipada and ends with Shravan Purnima, coinciding with Raksha Bandhan 2025.
🌙 Sawan Somwar 2025 Dates (Shravan Mondays)
Mondays in Sawan are considered the holiest days to worship Lord Shiva. Fasting and prayers on these days are believed to fulfill desires and bring peace, prosperity, and marital harmony.
| Sawan Somwar | Date |
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| 1st Sawan Somwar | July 14, 2025 |
| 2nd Sawan Somwar | July 21, 2025 |
| 3rd Sawan Somwar | July 28, 2025 |
| 4th Sawan Somwar | August 4, 2025 |
🔥 Importance of Sawan Month 2025
🔱 Why Sawan is Important?
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The entire month is dedicated to Lord Shiva.
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It is believed that Lord Shiva performed the Tandav dance in Sawan.
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As per Hindu mythology, during the Samudra Manthan (churning of the ocean), Lord Shiva drank the poison (Halahala) to save the world. To reduce the effect of the poison, devotees offer water and milk on the Shivling during Sawan.
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The month symbolizes detachment from materialistic life and focuses on spiritual growth.
🌟 Spiritual Significance:
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Best time for meditation, mantra chanting, and self-purification.
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Observing fasts and puja removes obstacles, fulfills wishes, and brings prosperity.
🙏 Sawan 2025 Rituals and Puja Vidhi
✔️ Sawan Somwar Puja Vidhi:
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Morning Bath: Take a holy bath early in the morning, preferably in a river or with Ganga jal at home.
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Shivling Abhishek: Offer water, milk, honey, curd, and ghee to the Shivling.
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Offer Bilva Leaves (Bel Patra): Three-leafed Bilva leaves are essential for Lord Shiva’s worship.
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Light Lamp and Incense: Place an oil lamp (Diya) in front of Lord Shiva.
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Chant Mantras: Recite ‘Om Namah Shivaya’ 108 times or chant Maha Mrityunjaya Mantra.
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Fasting: Devotees observe fast from sunrise to sunset. Some consume fruits and milk, while others observe Nirjala (without water) fast.
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Evening Aarti: Perform Aarti and offer Prasad (sweets, fruits).
✔️ Kanwar Yatra:
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Lakhs of devotees, known as Kanwariyas, carry sacred water from holy rivers like Ganga and offer it to Shivlingas at major temples.
🛕 Major Temples to Visit in Sawan 2025
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Kashi Vishwanath – Varanasi (Uttar Pradesh)
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Baidyanath Jyotirlinga – Deoghar (Jharkhand)
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Somnath – Gujarat
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Mahakaleshwar – Ujjain (Madhya Pradesh)
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Kedarnath – Uttarakhand
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Trimbakeshwar – Maharashtra
These temples witness grand celebrations, long queues of devotees, and special rituals during the Sawan month.
💫 Fasting Benefits During Sawan 2025
✔️ Spiritual Benefits:
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Brings mental peace, spiritual growth, and divine blessings.
✔️ Health Benefits:
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Fasting improves digestion and detoxifies the body.
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Aids in controlling weight and boosts immunity, especially during the monsoon.
📜 Mythology Behind Sawan Month
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According to Hindu mythology, when Samudra Manthan (Churning of the Ocean) was happening, Halahala (deadly poison) emerged.
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No one could withstand its power except Lord Shiva, who consumed it to protect the universe.
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To minimize the effects of the poison, Devas (gods) offered Ganga water and Bilva leaves to Shiva. This tradition continues every Sawan.
🌧️ Connection of Sawan with Monsoon
Sawan coincides with the monsoon season in India, symbolizing fertility, rejuvenation, and the flow of divine energy. The showers of rain are often considered a sign of Lord Shiva’s blessings.
🎉 Festivals During Sawan 2025
| Festival | Date |
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| Hariyali Teej | July 24, 2025 |
| Nag Panchami | July 28, 2025 |
| Raksha Bandhan | August 10, 2025 |
| Shravan Purnima | August 10, 2025 |
🌟 Sawan Somwar Vrat Katha
The Sawan Somwar Vrat Katha is a sacred story describing a poor Brahmin who observed the Sawan Somwar fast with deep devotion. Pleased with his dedication, Lord Shiva blessed him with wealth, happiness, and prosperity.
Devotees often listen to or read this story during Sawan Mondays to enhance the spiritual benefits of their fasting.
🛑 Disclaimer:
This blog is for informational and spiritual reference purposes only. Dates and rituals are based on commonly followed Hindu Panchang. Devotees are advised to consult their local priests or official Panchang for accurate timings and traditions as per their region.