Sawan 2024 Ka Panchva Somvar: In Hinduism, the last day of Sawan, dedicated to Mahadev, the God of Gods, falls on August 19, 2024, which is also the last Monday of Sawan. With the proper worship of Lord Shiva, the month of Sawan will come to an end. It is believed that fasting on all Mondays during Sawan fulfills a person’s wishes and resolves many life problems. However, very few people know that it is also necessary to conclude the last Monday fast of Sawan with a ritual called “Udyapan.”
This year, the last Monday fast of Sawan will be observed on August 19, 2024. After that, the month of Bhadrapada (Bhado) will begin. This year’s last Monday of Sawan is very special because it coincides with the full moon (Purnima) and the festival of Raksha Bandhan. Why is it necessary to perform the Udyapan on the last Monday of Sawan, and what is the procedure?
According to the Panchang, Sawan Purnima will begin at 3:44 AM on August 19 and will end at 11:55 PM on the same day. The festival of Raksha Bandhan will also be celebrated on this day. The Brahma Muhurta (auspicious time) will be from 4:25 AM to 5:09 AM. Performing Jalabhishek (ritual bathing) of Lord Shiva during this time is considered highly auspicious, and it is believed that worshiping during this period fulfills all desires.
Sawan Monday Udyapan Procedure | Somwar Vrat Udyapan Vidhi:
- To perform the Udyapan of Monday fast, wake up early on Monday during Brahma Muhurta, take a bath, and resolve to fast.
- Before starting the worship, purify the place of worship by sprinkling Gangajal (holy water from the Ganges).
- Spread a clean red cloth on a platform and install the idols of Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati.
- Apply sandalwood paste to Lord Shiva and vermilion to Goddess Parvati.
- Light incense and lamps, and offer flowers, fruits, betel leaves, betel nuts, and sacred threads (Mouli) to them.
- Also, offer Bilva leaves, Datura, Bhang, and Panchamrit (a mixture of milk, yogurt, ghee, honey, and sugar) to Lord Shiva.
- Conclude the worship by performing the aarti of Lord Shiva and praying for the fulfillment of your desires.
- After the worship, feed a Brahmin or a needy person, donate clothes or money, and thus complete the Udyapan.
Remedies to Perform on the Last Monday of Sawan:
- Before the end of Sawan, perform Abhishek of the Shivling with Panchamrit (a mixture of milk, yogurt, ghee, honey, and sugar) and bathe the Shivling with Gangajal, then offer Bilva leaves.
- On the last Monday of Sawan, chant the Mahamrityunjaya Mantra 108 times, focusing your mind during the mantra recitation. This will bring peace to the mind and make life more fulfilling.
- Reciting the Shiva Tandava Stotra on the last Monday of Sawan pleases Lord Shiva, and it helps remove obstacles in life.
- Visit your nearest Shiva temple on Monday, offer flowers to Lord Shiva, and donate food, clothes, or money to the needy. Additionally, feed animals and birds. These remedies can help you receive the blessings of Lord Shiva.
According to religious beliefs, without performing the Udyapan of the Monday fast during Sawan, your fast is not considered complete, and you do not receive its full benefits. On this day, worshiping Lord Shiva, Goddess Parvati, and the moon ensures happiness in married life.
