This time, the Shravan month began on July 11, 2025, with the Pratipada Tithi of the Krishna Paksha. This month holds special significance because it is considered the most beloved time of Lord Shiva. Devotees of Shiva fast throughout this month, perform Jalabhishek on the Shivling, and especially try to please Lord Shiva by performing Rudrabhishek.
What is the special significance of Rudrabhishek?
According to scriptures and ancient beliefs, Rudrabhishek is a very powerful and auspicious puja. In this, the Shivling is bathed with various materials such as Gangajal, milk, curd, honey, ghee, and pure water. It is said that performing Rudrabhishek removes all the sufferings, diseases, fears, planetary defects, and obstacles of life.
Performing Rudrabhishek in the Shravan month is considered especially fruitful. By doing this, a person can obtain all the blessings like good health, progeny, career advancement, early marriage, wealth, and mental peace.
When should Rudrabhishek be performed?
Although Rudrabhishek is a meritorious act, it also has a precise auspicious time to be performed. If this puja is performed at the wrong time, then instead of benefits, unfavorable results may be obtained.
In the Shravan month, Shiv Yoga, Sawan's Monday, and especially the following times are considered the best for Rudrabhishek:
- Brahma Muhurta: From 4 AM to 5:30 AM
- Pradosh Kaal: One hour before sunset and one hour after sunset
- Amrit Kaal: From 7:30 AM to 9 AM
Performing Rudrabhishek during these times brings merit, and the grace of Lord Shiva is obtained quickly.
When should Rudrabhishek not be performed?
Every puja also has a forbidden time, and Rudrabhishek is no exception. There are many occasions in Sawan when this puja should not be performed:
Performing Rudrabhishek during Rahukal is considered inauspicious. Any religious act performed during Rahukal may fail or even have the opposite effect.
Rudrabhishek should not be performed in the afternoon, especially when the sun is directly overhead. This time is the time of Tamoguni energy, and performing puja during this time can have negative effects.
Essential materials for Rudrabhishek
While performing Rudrabhishek, some special items are always used, such as:
- Water or Gangajal
- Raw milk
- Curd
- Honey
- Ghee
- Bel Patra (Aegle marmelos leaves)
- Bhasma (Sacred ash)
- Flowers
- Dhatura (Jimson weed)
- Bhang (Cannabis)
Each item has a different significance and is used to satisfy the various forms of Lord Shiva.
Auspicious dates for Rudrabhishek in Sawan
This year, some special dates are considered very auspicious for Rudrabhishek in the Shravan month. Devotees who want to perform the puja methodically can keep these dates in mind:
- July 14, 2025 – Chaturthi Tithi
- July 15, 2025 – Panchami Tithi
- July 18, 2025 – Ashtami Tithi
- July 21, 2025 – Ekadashi Tithi
- July 22, 2025 – Dwadashi Tithi
- July 23, 2025 – Chaturdashi Tithi
- July 24, 2025 – Amavasya Tithi
- July 26, 2025 – Dwitiya Tithi
- July 29, 2025 – Panchami Tithi
- July 30, 2025 – Shashti Tithi
- August 6, 2025 – Dwadashi Tithi
- August 7, 2025 – Trayodashi Tithi
Rudrabhishek can be performed on these dates during an auspicious time after consulting the Panchang.
The wonderful combination of Shiv Yoga and Monday
Monday holds special significance in the Shravan month. It is called Shravan Somvar Vrat (fast). In such a situation, if Shiv Yoga and Monday coincide, that day is considered very auspicious for Rudrabhishek.
It is said that on such days, Lord Shiva is pleased very quickly and fulfills every wish of the devotee. This year, seeing such combinations, there is a lot of enthusiasm among the devotees.
Caution regarding Rahukal and it is essential to consult the Panchang
Before performing Rudrabhishek or any Shiva puja, one must consult the Panchang. The time of Rahukal changes every day and also depends on the specific location.
