Shiva Puja to Fasting: 6 spiritual things to do during sawan days
lifestyle Jul 22 2024
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Shiva Puja
Worship Lord Shiva daily, especially on Mondays and offer flowers, fruits, milk, and water to the Shiva Lingam, and chant mantras such as "Om Namah Shivaya."
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Fasting (Vrat)
Observe fasts on Mondays or Ekadashi days during Saavan. Fasting is believed to purify the mind and body, and it demonstrates devotion and discipline towards the deity.
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Reciting Sacred Texts
Read scriptures dedicated to Lord Shiva, such as the Shiva Purana or Rudram Chamakam. Reflect on the teachings associated with Lord Shiva to deepen your spiritual connection.
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Visiting Shiva Temples
Visit temples dedicated to Lord Shiva, especially famous ones like Kashi Vishwanath Temple (Varanasi), Somnath Temple (Gujarat), or Amarnath Cave Temple (Jammu and Kashmir).
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Offering Bilva Leaves
Offer Bilva (Bael) leaves to Lord Shiva. It is believed that offering these leaves with devotion pleases Lord Shiva immensely and grants spiritual merit and blessings.
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Charity and Seva
Donate food, and clothing, or contribute to charitable causes in the name of Lord Shiva, aiming to serve humanity and earn divine blessings.