Although all the months have special importance in Hinduism, but the month of Shravan is considered very special. Shravan month is dedicated to Lord Shiva. It is believed that whatever worship is done in the month of Shravan, it gives special results. This time many wonderful coincidences are being made on Shravan. Shravan is also special this year because the month of Shravan is starting from Monday itself. The month of Shravan is starting from 22 July 2024, Monday and it will end on 19 August 2024. This time there will be five Mondays in the month of Shravan which are considered very auspicious. 22 July 2024 – First Monday
29 July 2024 – Second Monday
05 August 2024 – Third Monday
12 August 2024 – Fourth Monday
19 August 2024 – Fifth Monday

In the month of Shrawan, one gets special results by worshipping Lord Shiva. It is believed that whoever worships Goddess Parvati and Lord Bholenath on this day, gets happiness and prosperity. According to mythology, Goddess Parvati did a rigorous penance to get Lord Bholenath as her husband. As a result, Mahadev gave the boon of accepting Parvati ji as his wife. It is believed that whoever worships Lord Bholenath with full devotion on Monday of Shrawan gets the desired bride or groom. Apart from this, keeping a fast on Monday of Sawan strengthens the position of the moon in the horoscope and apart from this, the inauspicious effect of Rahu-Ketu is removed. The month of Shrawan is considered best to please Mahadev, the God of Gods. It is believed that during this time, the Lord is pleased by anointing Lord Shiva. Also, with his grace, happiness comes in the life of the person. Apart from this, a healthy life is also attained.

Which zodiac sign is getting auspicious yogas of Shrawan?

It is believed that after many decades, this time on the first Monday of Shrawan, Preeti Yog, Ayushman Yog, Sarvarth Siddhi Yog, Shivavas Yog and Karan Yog are being formed. Cancer is related to the Moon planet. Because of this, Monday is considered very lucky for the natives of this zodiac. It is believed that by worshiping Lord Shiva and Mother Parvati on this day, all the wishes of the native are fulfilled. Mercury is considered to be the lord of Gemini and Virgo zodiac signs. In such a situation, these zodiac signs get auspicious results by worshiping Lord Ganesha. Also, one gets freedom from all obstacles. Saturn is the lord of Capricorn and Aquarius. In such a situation, worshiping Shani Dev in the month of Shrawan gets rid of Shani Dosh and the ill effects of bad deeds are reduced. Therefore, worshiping Shani Dev in Shrawan proves to be fruitful.

What is the importance of Monday fast?

According to Shiv Puran, by observing 16 Monday fasts, the person gets the desired result. Along with this, happiness and good fortune increase. There are chances of unmarried girls getting married soon. As much as Shiva worship is important in Sawan, Shiva worship done on Monday of this month is more important than that. Those who are unable to keep the rules of fasting and worship throughout Shrawan, if they observe fast etc. only on Shrawan Monday, then also they get full results. Pradosh fast is observed on Trayodashi Tithi of both sides (Krishna and Shukla) of every month. There is a provision of worshiping Lord Shiva in this fast. It is believed that Chandradev had observed this fast to please Lord Shiva. In Sawan 2024, the first Pradosh fast will be observed on August 1, Thursday, while the second Pradosh fast will be observed on August 17, Saturday.

Why is Shravan important in Hinduism?

The month of Shrawan has special importance in Hinduism. According to mythological beliefs, Devshayani Ekadashi falls on the Ekadashi of the Shukla Paksha of the Ashad month. On this day, the creator of the universe goes into Yog Nidra in the kshir Sagar. Along with this, he hands over the reins of the universe to Bholenath. In such a situation, Bholenath listens to the call of each of his devotees. It is said that Bholenath becomes very happy just by offering water to him with devotion.

What is the significance of green color in Shravan month?

We have often seen that green color is considered prominent in the month of Shrawan, during this time women wear green clothes and green bangles. Nature also becomes green during this time. Women wear green bracelets and green clothes during this time.
The mehandi applied during Shrawan is also green in color, which is considered a symbol of Suhaag.
Green color is related to marriage, green bangles and clothes are worn during this time to attain good fortune and to seek blessings from Lord Shiva. Green color is very dear to the gods and goddesses, Lord Shiva is known for his love of meditation amidst greenery, that is why it is said that wearing green color also gives the desired bride and groom. Green color is also very dear to Lord Vishnu. If you use green color in the month of Shrawan, then Lord Vishnu is pleased with it.