Sawan Monday vrat niyam
On Sawan Monday, after the morning bath, water, milk, bel leaves and dhatura are offered on the Shivling, 'Om Namah Shivay' is chanted and the Somvar Vrat Katha is heard. In the vrat, phalahar is taken once in the day, or a sattvik meal in the evening.
✅ What to do
- Do jalabhishek of the Shivling in the morning.
- Offer bel leaves, dhatura, bhang and white flowers.
- Read or listen to Somvar Vrat Katha.
- Do Shiv Chalisa and the aarti.
- Take one sattvik meal or phalahar in the evening.
❌ What not to do
- Avoid onion, garlic, meat and alcohol.
- Do not offer tulsi, turmeric or ketaki on the Shivling.
- There is also a tradition of not eating brinjal in Sawan.
- Do not insult anyone or get angry.
These niyam (rules) are based on tradition and belief; they can differ between regions and families.
Frequently asked questions
Can salt be eaten in the Sawan Monday vrat?
In the vrat, sendha (rock) salt is used instead of ordinary salt.