Shravan Somwar Vrat 2026 Dates, Puja Vidhi, Significance & Fasting Rules | Panchang.org

📅 Shravan Somwar Vrat 2026 – Dates Overview

Hindu Month: Shravan
Deity Worshipped: Lord Shiva
Vrat Type: Somwar (Monday) Fast

🔱 What is Shravan Somwar Vrat?

Shravan Somwar Vrat is a sacred fast observed on Mondays during the holy month of Shravan, dedicated to Lord Shiva. Shravan month is considered the most auspicious period for Shiva worship, and observing Somwar fasts during this month is believed to bring mental peace, marital harmony, health, and spiritual strength.

🌿 Spiritual & Mythological Significance

🔹 Why Shravan is sacred to Lord Shiva

• Shravan is associated with the Samudra Manthan, during which Lord Shiva consumed poison to save the universe
• Devotees offer Ganga jal, milk, and bilva leaves to Shiva during this month
• Mondays are ruled by the Moon, which Lord Shiva adorns on his head

🔹 Importance of Shravan Somwar

• Helps remove emotional stress and mental instability
• Considered powerful for marital harmony and family peace
• Strengthens devotion, discipline, and inner balance
• Reduces negative effects of Moon and karmic burdens

🪔 Shravan Somwar Puja Vidhi (Step-by-Step)

1. Wake up early and take a bath
2. Wear clean white or light-colored clothes
3. Clean the puja space and place Lord Shiva’s idol or Shivling
4. Offer:
   • Ganga Jal or clean water
   • Milk, curd, honey, sugar
   • Bilva (Bel) leaves
   • White flowers
5. Chant:
   • Om Namah Shivaya
   • Maha Mrityunjaya Mantra (optional)
6. Perform aarti and meditate silently
7. Break the fast in the evening or next morning

🍃 Shravan Somwar Vrat Rules

✅ Allowed Foods

• Fruits and milk
• Sabudana, makhana
• Rock salt (sendha namak)

❌ Avoid

• Grains
• Onion and garlic
• Non-vegetarian food
• Alcohol

Some devotees observe nirjala vrat, while others keep a partial fast.

🕉️ Benefits of Observing Shravan Somwar Vrat

• Inner peace and emotional stability
• Strengthens faith and discipline
• Helps resolve family and relationship issues
• Considered auspicious for unmarried devotees seeking a life partner
• Encourages simplicity and devotion

🌙 Astrological Importance

• Monday is ruled by the Moon, governing emotions and mind
• Shiva controls the Moon, helping devotees manage stress and emotional imbalance
• Beneficial for people facing mental unrest or karmic pressure

❓ Shravan Somwar Vrat 2026 – FAQs

Q1. How many Shravan Somwar fasts are there in 2026?

There are five Shravan Somwar Vrats in 2026.

Q2. Is it compulsory to observe all Mondays?

No. Even observing one Somwar with devotion is considered beneficial.

Q3. Can working people observe Shravan Somwar fast?

Yes. Partial fasts with fruits and milk are acceptable.

Q4. Which mantra is best during Shravan Somwar?

“Om Namah Shivaya” is the most recommended mantra.

Q5. Can women and men both observe this vrat?

Yes. Shravan Somwar Vrat is open to all devotees.

🪔 Do’s and Don’ts

✅ Do’s

• Maintain purity in thoughts and actions
• Chant Shiva mantras
• Practice patience and humility

❌ Don’ts

• Avoid anger and harsh speech
• Do not consume tamasic food
• Avoid unnecessary arguments

🌺 Spiritual Message of Shravan Somwar

Shravan Somwar Vrat teaches simplicity, devotion, and emotional balance. Lord Shiva represents detachment and compassion, reminding devotees to live with acceptance, patience, and inner strength.