Sawan Shivratri is an important Hindu festival celebrated in the month of Sawan (July–August). This festival is celebrated with great enthusiasm and enthusiasm by the devotees all over India. Sawan refers to the fifth month in the Hindu calendar, which falls between July and August while Shivaratri is the holy day of Lord Shiva. On this day the devotees of Lord Shiva keep a fast and worship him. This year, Sawan Shivratri 2023 is falling on 15 July 2023. However, this year the auspicious occasion of Shivratri will be celebrated twice as the month of Sawan will last for two months. The second Sawan Shivratri will be celebrated on 14 August.
sawan shivratri 2023 rituals
The rituals of Sawan Shivratri are largely directed towards pleasing Lord Shiva. On this day, devotees wake up before sunrise and take a holy bath (abhishek) with water, milk, curd, honey and belpatra. This is done to purify their mind and body and to get the blessings of Lord Shiva. Devotees also perform special worship of Lord Shiva by chanting hymns, offering flowers, lighting lamps and offering offerings like fruits and sweets.
Sawan Shivratri 2023 Significance
The importance of Sawan Shivratri is related to the legend of Goddess Parvati. According to Hindu mythology, it was on this day that Parvati did severe penance and meditation for 108 years to gain the love and acceptance of Lord Shiva. This eventually led to their marriage, which is why Sawan Shivratri is also known as Parvati Vivah-Utsav or Kalyan Utsav.
For devotees of Lord Shiva, Sawan Shivratri has great spiritual significance as it signifies the power of truth and good over evil. It also symbolizes the victory of light over darkness. Devotees pray for spiritual enlightenment on this day for themselves and their loved ones so that they can lead a meaningful life filled with peace and happiness.
Sawan Shivratri Puja Timings
Chaturdashi Tithi Begins: July 15, 2023 (08:32 PM)
Chaturdashi Tithi Ends: July 16, 2023 (10:08 PM)
Shivratri Paran Time: 16 July 2023 (05:34 AM to 03:51 PM)
Ratri First Prahar Puja Time: July 16, 2023 (07:17 PM to 09:51 PM)
Ratri Second Prahar Puja Time: July 16, 2023 (09:51 PM to 12:25 AM)
Ratri Tritiya Prahar Puja Time: 16 July 2023 (12:25 AM to 03:00 AM)
Ratri Fourth Prahar Puja Time: July 16, 2023 (03:00 AM to 05:34 AM)
Lastly, it is recommended that devotees abstain from non-vegetarian food or any intoxicant on this day as a mark of respect towards Lord Shiva. Devotees should also meditate regularly throughout the day to connect with the divine energy within.