Monday fasting rules: Complete Somvar Vrat vidhi, puja rituals and dos and don’ts for Lord Shiva

Planning to observe Somvar Vrat? Read this complete guide to Monday fasting rules, Shiva Puja Vidhi, rituals, mantras, what to eat and avoid, puja samagri, spiritual significance, and the correct way to perform Lord Shiva's Monday fast.

New Delhi: Somvar Vrat, or the Monday fast, is one of the most sacred fasts dedicated to Lord Shiva. Every Monday is considered auspicious for Shiva worship, and devotees observe this vrat to seek blessings for good health, peace, prosperity, a happy married life, and spiritual growth. Among all Monday fasts, the Solah Somvar Vrat, observed for 16 consecutive Mondays, holds special importance in Hindu tradition.

While the rituals may vary from one family or region to another, the essence of Somvar Vrat lies in devotion, self-discipline, and sincere prayer. If you are planning to observe this fast, here are the important Monday fasting rules you should know.

Begin the fast with a sacred resolve

Traditionally, devotees begin the Somvar Vrat on the first Monday of the bright fortnight (Shukla Paksha) during auspicious Hindu months such as Shravan, Chaitra, Vaishakha, Jyeshtha, Kartik, or Margashirsha. However, many devotees also begin the fast on any Monday with sincere faith.

If you are observing the Solah Somvar Vrat, make a heartfelt resolve (sankalp) to complete the fast for 16 consecutive Mondays without interruption.

Wake up early and purify yourself

Start the day before sunrise by taking a bath and wearing clean clothes. Many devotees add a few........

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