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సోమవార వ్రతం

Purpose

Dedicated to Lord Shiva, Somvar Vrat is observed for peace, health, removal of obstacles, and fulfillment of wishes. Especially beneficial for marriage prospects and marital harmony.

Overview

Somvar (Monday) is the day sacred to Lord Shiva, the destroyer aspect of the Hindu trinity. The word "Som" refers to the Moon, which adorns Shiva's head.

The vrat involves fasting, visiting Shiva temples, offering Bel Patra (bilva leaves), milk, and water to the Shivalinga, and reciting Shiva mantras. The 16 Monday (Solah Somvar) vrat is particularly powerful for fulfilling specific wishes.

**Shravan Somvar:** Mondays falling in the month of Shravan (July-August) are considered most auspicious. Many devotees observe strict fasting during all Shravan Mondays.

Step-by-Step Procedure

1
Sankalp (Intention)

Take the vow of fasting with clear intention.

2
Morning Puja

Perform morning worship after bath.

3
Maintain Fast

Follow the prescribed fasting rules throughout the day.

4
Evening Puja

Perform evening worship with full rituals.

5
Break Fast (Parana)

Break the fast after puja with prescribed food.

Primary Mantra

**Shiva Panchakshari Mantra:** ॐ नमः शिवाय **Maha Mrityunjaya Mantra:** ॐ त्र्यम्बकं यजामहे सुगन्धिं पुष्टिवर्धनम्। उर्वारुकमिव बन्धनान्मृत्योर्मुक्षीय माऽमृतात्॥ **Rudra Gayatri:** ॐ तत्पुरुषाय विद्महे महादेवाय धीमहि। तन्नो रुद्रः प्रचोदयात्॥

Do's and Don'ts

Do's
  • • Wake up early and take bath
  • • Wear white or light colored clothes
  • • Offer Bel Patra, milk, water to Shivalinga
  • • Chant Om Namah Shivaya 108 times
  • • Read Shiva Chalisa or Shiva Mahimna Stotram
Don'ts
  • • Don't consume alcohol or non-veg
  • • Avoid anger and negative thoughts
  • • Don't eat food with onion/garlic
  • • Don't break fast before puja
  • • Avoid using soap/shampoo on Mondays (some traditions)

Frequently Asked Questions

Anyone can observe. Unmarried women often observe for good spouse. Can be done for 16 Mondays (Solah Somvar).

Every Monday. Special significance during Shravan month (July-August).

Practices may vary by region, family tradition, and individual circumstances. Consult qualified elders or priests for guidance specific to your situation.
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