The month of Sawan is renowned for the worship and devotion to Lord Shiva. However, few people know that worshiping the Moon during this month is considered equally fruitful. Especially when offering Arghya (a ritual offering of water) to the Moon, which adorns the head of Lord Shiva, it becomes more than just a religious act; it transforms into a sacrifice linked to deep spiritual and astrological influences.
The tradition of offering Arghya to the Moon on special days in Sawan is not only ancient, but the science and the secret of emotional balance hidden behind it still amaze people today.
Why the Moon is a factor in emotions and fortune
In Indian astrology, the Moon is considered the lord of the mind. If the Moon is b in a birth chart, the person's mind is calm, balanced, and imaginative. Conversely, if the Moon is weak, effects like anxiety, confusion, insomnia, and imbalance in life appear.
In such cases, the process of offering water to the Moon becomes not just a religious ritual, but a scientific step towards mental and spiritual balance. Especially in the cold air and damp nights of Sawan, when the Moon shines fully, its influence becomes even more potent.
Why the importance of Chandra Arghya increases in Sawan
The month of Sawan is dedicated to the devotion of Shiva. The Moon resides on the head of Lord Shiva, so offering Arghya to the Moon during this month is considered an indirect but powerful way to obtain Shiva's grace.
Moreover, Sawan's nature – greenery, rain, and coolness – creates a special harmony with the energy of the Moon. It is believed that during these days, the Moon's rays bring a special kind of calm and pleasant energy to the earth. Receiving this energy through Arghya brings mental balance, financial gain, and family happiness.
How to offer Arghya to the Moon in Sawan
- Items are added for special effects
- A copper or silver pot
- Purified water
- A little raw milk
- White rice
- Mishri (crystallized sugar)
- White flowers (such as jasmine or white roses)
Offering all these things to the Moon is considered a complete process.
Auspicious Time and Direction
In the evening, when the Moon begins to fully appear in the sky, offering Arghya at that time is considered the best. Facing the north-east direction while offering Arghya is considered especially fruitful.
Chanting and Emotion
Chant the following mantras while offering Arghya:
Om Chandraya Namah
Om Som Somay Namah
Along with these mantras, one should silently repeat desires such as mental peace, family happiness, freedom from illness, or financial gain. It is believed that the purer the emotions associated with the Moon, the more effective the Arghya becomes.
Which dates are most effective
In the month of Sawan, every Monday, the night before Raksha Bandhan, Shravani Purnima, and Amavasya nights are considered special. If a person offers Chandra Arghya on these days, its effect is multiplied many times.
The day of Sawan Monday is already the most special for the worship of Shiva, but offering Chandra Arghya at night brings the grace of both Shiva and the Moon together.
The secret of mental peace is hidden in the light of the Moon
Modern science also believes that the rays of the Moon produce special vibrations that affect brainwaves. When a person is mentally focused and chants mantras at the time of offering Arghya, they affect not only their conscious mind but also their subconscious mind.
This is why Chandra Arghya in Sawan is not just a prayer, but a practice of the mind. This practice leads a person away from negativity and towards a new direction.
