Sawan 2025: Dates, Rituals And Katha

Sawan Month 2025, also known as Shravan or Sawan Maas, is one of the holy months dedicated to Lord Shiva, starting in mid-July and ending in mid-August. Let’s explore everything you need to know about this auspicious month, from its important dates, Sawan Somvar Vrat Katha, to powerful remedies.

Sawan Month 2025 Dates 

• Sawan Starting Date 2025: 11th July (Friday)
• Shravan End Date 2025: 9th August (Saturday) 

Four Auspicious Mondays of Sawan 2025

The Sawan month brings four powerful Sawan Somvar and Sawan Shivratri for fasting and blessings. Find your Sawan Somvar 2025 Dates below! 

The Legend of Neelkanth: Why Sawan Month is Sacred

The strong holy feeling for Sawan comes from an ancient mythological tale of “Samudra Manthan” (the churning of the ocean). During Samudra Manthan, the gods (Devas) and demons (Asuras) churned the ocean for the nectar of immortality.

However, a deadly poison called Halahala emerged, threatening all creation. To save the universe, Lord Shiva bravely drank the poison, holding it in his throat. This turned his throat blue, earning him the name “Neelkanth” (the blue-throated one). This selfless act of protection occurred during the Sawan month, forever linking it to Lord Shiva’s immense sacrifice and divine grace.

Why Sawan Somvar is So Special: Significance & Blessings

Every Monday (Somvar) in the Sawan month is exceptionally holy. Many devotees, especially women, observe fasts (Sawan Somvar Vrat) for a successful married life, the well-being of their husbands, or to find a loving partner. 

The main ritual involves offering milk, honey, and bel leaves to the Shivalinga. These offerings are believed to please Lord Shiva and invite his immense blessings. The power and energy within this month are crucial for astrological analysis and for spiritual growth.

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Sawan Month 2025: Rituals and Vrat

The Sawan 2025 is a time for diverse rituals across India, though some practices are widely followed. Here are the most significant rituals observed during this holy Shravan month:

1. Sawan Puja

To celebrate Sawan Month 2025 most beneficially, you can follow the Puja Rituals:

• Devotees wake up, bathe and get dressed in clean clothes.
• Then, people make offerings to the idols of Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati.
• Panchamrit is a sacred offering prepared for Lord Shiva, as it includes his favourite ingredients.
• People also visit Shiva temples and make donations to seek blessings. 
• People also chant Lord Shiva mantras and hymns dedicated to Lord Shiva.

2. Sawan Fasting

Fasting is one of the most important Sawan Maas rituals. People fast to show their love and devotion to God. There are many different fasts that people follow during this month:

• Sawan Somvar Vrat Katha

People keep this fast every Monday of the Sawan month. The month usually has 4-5 Mondays. This fast is a way to connect with Lord Shiva.

• Solah Somvar Vrat

People keep this vrat for sixteen Mondays, starting from the first Sawan Monday. Women keep this fast, praying for an ideal husband.

• Mangala Gauri Vrat

Devotees observe this fast on Tuesdays of the Sawan month. Women pray for a harmonious marriage and for their husbands’ longevity.

• Shani Vrat 

During the Sawan month 2025, fasting on Saturday, which is the Shani Vrat, can reward you with the blessings of Lord Shani and protect you from Shani dosh. It can also strengthen the planet Saturn in your horoscope. 

3. Rudra Abhishek

During Sawan, devotees perform Abhishek, pouring holy water and Panchamrit on the idol of Lord Shiva. Moreover, Panchamrit is also offered, a mixture of milk, sugar, ghee, honey, curd, Ganga jal, Bael Patta and other favourite ingredients of Lord Shiva. Doing this purifies your body and mind and leads you to enlightenment.

4. Kanwar Yatra

In North India, devotees show respect and devotion to the Lord by carrying water on their backs. They perform this auspicious act barefoot, which is known as Kanwar Yatra. It’s one of the most significant rituals of the Shravan Month and is popular in North India. Moreover, devotees dress in saffron clothes and carry Kanwar pots from holy rivers. 

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Sawan Month 2025: Somvar Vrat Katha

Once, a childless moneylender, a devout follower of Lord Shiva, began a strict Sawan Somvar Vrat (fast), longing for a son. His deep faith touched Maa Parvati, who asked Shiva to grant his wish. Lord Shiva agreed, but with a condition: the son would live only twelve years.

A Father’s Faith, Shiva’s Grace

Sadly, the son died as predicted. Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati passed by, witnessing the parents’ deep sorrow. Moved by Parvati’s plea, Shiva mercifully brought the boy back to life. Later, in a dream, Shiva told the father his unwavering Sawan Maas Vrat proved his strong faith, saving his son’s life.

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