Sawan Somwar Vrat Rules: The first Monday fast of Sawan falls on August 3, 2026, and is considered extremely auspicious and special for devotees of Lord Shiva. Religious belief holds that worshipping Lord Shiva with proper rituals, performing Jalabhishek, and fasting on this day alleviates all suffering. It also brings happiness, prosperity, and positive energy into one’s life.
It is also very important to follow some special rules on the day of Sawan Monday. Let us know what should be done on Sawan Monday and what things should be avoided?
What to do and what not to do on Sawan Monday?
What to do on Sawan Monday
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Bathing and worship
On the day of Sawan Monday, wake up before sunrise in the morning, take a bath and go to the Shiva temple and offer water, Ganga water, milk, Datura and fresh Belpatra on the Shivalinga.
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Chant mantras
Chant “Om Namah Shivaya” or Mahamrityunjaya Mantra in your mind throughout the day.
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Eat Satvik food
If you’re fasting, eat fruits, milk, makhana, and foods made with rock salt. If you’re not fasting, eat a completely sattvic diet.
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charity
Donating food, clothes or grains to needy people on this day is considered very auspicious.
Don’t do it even by mistake?
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Avoid tamasic food
The person observing the fast and other members of the household should also stay away from meat, alcohol, garlic, onion and highly spicy foods on this day.
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Do not offer Tulsi leaves and prohibited items.
According to the scriptures , Tulsi leaves, turmeric, Ketaki flowers, Kumkum, and vermilion are not offered to Lord Shiva . Also, do not pour water on the Shivalinga using a conch shell.
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Avoid anger, lies, and abusive language.
Don’t disrespect or insult anyone on this holy day. Refrain from lying, backbiting, or any kind of controversy.
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Avoid sleeping late and avoid laziness
Sleeping late in the morning on Sawan Monday is considered taboo. Forget laziness and wake up early to engage in worship.
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Do not offer milk from a copper vessel
Avoid using a copper vessel to offer milk to the Shivalinga. Use a brass, bronze, or silver vessel for milk.
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