Sawan 2024: Dos And don'ts to follow during the month of Shravan

Sawan 2024 dos and don¡¯ts: Sawan Month is a major time in Hinduism for religious observances and importance. It is believed to be a month of spiritual growth and dedication. According to Hindu customs and traditions, Sawan is the most prosperous month to seek the blessings of the god. Shravan is the month of Lord Shiva, and during Saavan, the universe is filled with Shiv Tattvas or Lord Shiva's components. As the auspicious month of Sawan is approaching let¡¯s take a look into some Dos and Don'ts that everyone should follow:

Sawan 2024 Start And End Date

- Sawan 2024 Start Date: Monday, July 22, 2024

- Sawan 2024 End Date: Monday, August 19, 2024

Shravan Calendar:

• July 22, 2024: Sawan Begins (First Shravan Somwar vrat)
• July 29, 2024: Second Shravan Somwar vrat
• August 5, 2024: Third Shravan Somwar vrat
• August 12, 2024: Fourth Shravan Somwar vrat
• August 19, 2024: Sawan ends (Last or fifth Shravan Somwar vrat)
• In Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Goa, Maharashtra, Gujarat, Karnataka, and Tamil Nadu, Sawan will start on August 5 and end on September 3.

Sawan 2024: Significance Of This Sacred Month

Sawan, or Shravan, is the fifth month of the Hindu calendar. It falls after the month of Ashadha. For faithful Hindus, Shravan is the most important time of year and the most sacred month in general. Actuality, the entire month of Shravan is considered auspicious. It is said that during this holy month, one can receive the special blessings of Lord Shiva and Lord Vishnu. For Lord Shiva worshipers, the month of Shravan is especially important.

Sawan 2024: Legends Associated With Shravan Month

According to legends, Daksh's daughter sacrificed her life and was reincarnated as Parvati in the Himalayan king's house. Parvati desired a marriage with Lord Shiva. She performed penance during Shravan month for this reason. Lord Shiva accepted Parvati's request, pleased by her devotion. Lord Shiva prefers the month of Shravan because it allows him to reunite with Maa Parvati.

Another Sawan legend relates to "Samudra Manthan," or the churning of the ocean. During this incident, Lord Shiva drank the deadly "Halahal" poison to rescue the world, staining his neck blue and earning the name Neelkanth. During Sawan, devotees worship Shiva to thank him for his protection and benefits.

Sawan 2023 Fasting Rules: Dos and Don'ts

To get blessings from Lord Shiva and Parvati, people fast on Mondays during Sawan, called 'Sawan Somwar' fast. Here are some dos and don't to follow:

Dos:

• Wake up early in the morning.
• It's important to live a Satvik lifestyle and eat Satvik food to bring balance and peace to your daily life.
  
• Maintain cleanliness throughout the month of Sawan. This includes keeping your diet, puja area, home, and personal life clean and pure.
• During the month of Sawan, devotees should stay celibate. This helps focus on rituals and seek Lord Shiva¡¯s blessings
  
• Visit a temple and perform Abhishekam to Lord Shiva with water, milk, sugar, ghee, curd, and honey (Panchamrit).
• In addition to fasting on Sawan Somwars, devotees should help the poor and needy by donating and performing acts of charity.
  
• Practice celibacy during Sawan.
• Worship Lord Shiva by chanting mantras and telling stories about how he saved the world from deadly poison during Samudra Manthan.
  
• Stay hydrated by drinking plenty of fluids since it's summer.
• Eat nutritious foods like nuts and fruits to keep a balanced diet.

Don'ts

• During Sawan, avoid tamasic foods like onions, garlic, eggs, and other non-vegetarian items.Do not drink alcohol during this month.
  
• During Sawan, avoid tamasic foods like onions, garlic, eggs, and other non-vegetarian items.
• Avoid packed juices with preservatives and taste enhancers. Drink freshly prepared juices.

These guidelines are here to help devotees have a balanced, sattvik, and healthy fast during the holy month of Sawan.

Significance of Kanwar Yatra

Another important tradition during this time is the Kanwar Yatra. People collect water from holy rivers and carry it in small clay pots called Kanwars. Devotees wear saffron-colored clothes and walk to temples dedicated to Lord Shiva with the holy water. These devotees, known as Kanwariyas, go to places like Haridwar, Gaumukh, and Gangotri in Uttarakhand, and Sultanganj in Bihar to collect water from the Ganges River and then use it to worship Lord Shiva.

Note: Dates/timings may be subject to change; details mentioned here are as per the information available.

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