Just as Monday fasting is important in the month of Sawan, similarly Sawan Shivratri also has special significance. According to the Hindu calendar, Lord Shiva and Mother Parvati are worshiped every month on Chaturdashi of Krishna Paksha. Sawan Shivratri is celebrated on that day in the month of Sawan. It is believed that fasting on Shivratri in the month of Sawan brings happiness and prosperity to a person and also the blessings of Lord Shiva and Mother Parvati. But this year there is confusion among the people regarding Sawan Shivratri.
Every day of the month of Shravan is devoted to Shiva worship, but everyone waits for Shravan Shivratri. Shravan Shivratri is celebrated on the Chaturdashi date of the Krishna Paksha of the month of Shravan. Due to more months this year, two Shivratris of Sawan will be celebrated. On the day of Sawan Shivratri, people observe a fast and worship Lord Bholnath. Shivratri Puja is performed at any time of the day, but Nishita Muhurta Puja is considered to be of special importance. This time Bhadra started on the day of Masa Shivaratri itself. Knows from an Astrologer when is Sawan Shivratri. What is the Muhurta for Shiva Puja?
Masik Shivratri in Auspicious Yoga
This time duration two auspicious Yoga Vriddhi and Dhruv Yoga have been formed on Sawan Masik Shivratri. Vriddhi Yoga is from morning 08 to 22 minutes. Worshiping in this yoga increases the virtuous fruit. After this Dhruv Yoga will start. Which will last all night. Mrigashira Nakshatra is on the day of Savan Masik Shivratri. It is from morning till 12:23 at night.
Importance of Masik Shivratri
Monthly Shivratri is celebrated every month on the Chaturdashi of Krishna Paksha. In such a situation, the monthly Shivratri of the month of Sawan is on the 15th of July. That’s why by observing the Shivratri fast in the month of Sawan, the devotee gets all kinds of worldly pleasures. It is described in the Sanatan Shastras that the marriage of Lord Shiva and Mother Parvati took place on the date of Shivratri itself. In simple words, on the day of Shivratri, Mahadev, and Mata Parvati were tied in marriage. By observing this fast, married women get happiness, good luck, and children. On the other hand, unmarried people get married soon. If you also want to get the blessings of Lord Shiva, then on the Shivratri of Sawan month, worship Mother Parvati with Mahadev according to the rules and regulations.
According to mythological beliefs, a person who worships Lord Shiva and Mother Parvati on this day and observes the monthly Shivratri fast gets the blessings of Lord Shiva. Along with this, happiness and peace also remain in the life of the person.
Shivratri Fast and Worship Method
According to religious beliefs, on this day wake up early in the morning, take a bath, meditate, and clean the place of worship. After this take the resolution of worship. Keep in mind that worship should always be done during the Pradosh period. Perform Jalabhishek of Lord Shiva in worship and offer Belpatra, Dhatura. Along with this, eat only fruits on this day, food should not be consumed. The next day she worships Lord Shiva and does charity etc.
People prepare for the Sawan Shivratri fast a day in advance. Then on the day of the fast, take a vow of Sawan Shivratri fast and worship Shiva. Worship Lord Shiva at an auspicious time. Worship Lord Mahadeva methodically with Bhang, Belpatra, Akshat, Ganges water, milk, honey, Shami leaves, flowers, Dhatura, etc.
According to religious scriptures, monthly Shivratri is worshiped after sunset. This worship is done in all four hours and Lord Shiva is pleased by worshiping in all four hours of the night. Explain that each phase is 3 hours. The first Prahar is from 6 pm to 9 pm and it is considered best to anoint Lord Shiva with milk on this day. In the second step abhishekam is done with curd and in the third step abhishekam is done with ghee. The worship is considered complete only after anointing with honey in the fourth step.
Read Shiv Chalisa, chant Om Namah Shivay, and perform the aarti of Lord Shiva. Fruits should be eaten during the day and the story of Shiva Purana can be recited. Parana is performed on the next day of the fast.