Sawan Somwar Vrat: A Month of Spiritual Growth and Purification

The holy month of Sawan has begun and 3rd August 2026 is the first Monday of Sawan. Sawan Somwar Vrat has special significance in Sanatan Dharma. It is believed that devotees who observe Somwar Vrat with devotion and worship Bholenath throughout this month, Lord Shiva removes all their sufferings. Sawan Somwar Vrat consists entirely of sattvik and fruitful food: According to religious beliefs, fasting on Sawan Somwar brings immense grace of Lord Shiva and brings happiness, peace and prosperity in life. According to scriptures, the effect of this fast is to remove family troubles and get the desired life partner. Also, performing Rudrabhishek with sugarcane juice or milk on Shivling opens new avenues of progress in business and career. At the same time, fasting in the month of Sawan also strengthens the digestive system and flushes out harmful toxins from the body, which leads to mental and physical purification.