The month of Sawan is dedicated to Lord Shiva, and every Monday of this month holds special significance for Shiva worship. Today, July 28th, is the third Monday of Sawan, and it also coincides with Vinayak Chaturthi. This creates a special confluence for the worship of both Shiva and Ganesh. In astrology, this combination is considered highly auspicious.
During such a time, if some simple but effective remedies are performed with devotion and proper rituals, the obstacles in life, problems like debt, and financial crises can be greatly alleviated. According to religious beliefs, both Shiva and Ganesh are deities who are easily pleased and fulfill the wishes of their devotees.
Why the Third Monday is Special
According to priests, this year's third Monday of Sawan is considered very special because it also coincides with the auspicious Yoga of Vinayak Chaturthi. This day is considered particularly significant for the worship of Lord Ganesh. When the grace of Shiva and Ganesh is received together, obstacles in life begin to disappear on their own.
It is also believed in religious tradition that offering Bel leaves, lighting lamps (Deepdaan), and reciting Rudrashtak on this day are particularly fruitful. Especially if worship and remedies are performed with devotion in the evening, their effect is even more powerful.
First Remedy: Offer 11 Bel Leaves with Names Written on Them
Bel leaves hold special importance on Sawan Mondays. They are considered extremely dear to Lord Shiva. On this day, take 11 fresh and clean Bel leaves after bathing in the morning. Write your name or the names of your family members on each leaf with turmeric or sandalwood.
After this, offer all the Bel leaves one by one on the Shivling and simultaneously chant this mantra in your mind or in a low voice:
Mantra: Om Tryambakaya Namah
It is believed that by doing this, with the grace of Shiva, the economic problems, debts, and obstacles in the family gradually begin to disappear.
Second Remedy: Light Lamps in the Evening (Deepdaan)
On the evening of the third Sawan Monday, light five lamps and offer them in the temple of your home or in front of the Shivling in a Shiva temple. If there is a Panchmukhi Shivling (five-faced Shivling), it is considered even more auspicious.
Place each lamp facing a different direction – East, West, North, South, and Center. During this, recite this mantra:
Mantra: Om Panchvaktraya Namah
According to religious belief, lighting lamps (Deepdaan) brings positive energy from all five directions of life, and the closed doors of fortune begin to open. This also provides a solution to the economic crisis and makes the path to success easier.
Third Remedy: Recite Rudrashtak
On the third Sawan Monday, after bathing, sit in a quiet place and recite the Rudrashtak Stotra. Before starting the recitation, make a resolution in your mind about which suffering or trouble you want to be freed from.
The Rudrashtak Stotra is composed by Tulsidas Ji, in which the glory of Shiva is described. Reciting it increases self-confidence and brings peace to the mind. It is also believed that this recitation pleases Shiva quickly.
If possible, recite this in the evening, when the atmosphere is calm and conducive to worship.
Restraint and Faith are Essential
While performing these remedies, keep your mind calm and worship Lord Shiva and Ganesh with complete faith. The chanting of mantras should be from the heart, and not just for show. According to religious texts, worship performed with true faith yields greater results.
Even a small remedy performed on the third Monday of Sawan can bring big changes in life. Many examples are found in astrology and religious scriptures where ordinary devotees have overcome great hardships through their faith.
Folk Beliefs Associated with Sawan Monday
Even today, many people in rural India believe that offering water to Lord Shiva on Sawan Mondays fulfills all wishes. Especially if the coincidence of Vinayak Chaturthi occurs on the same day, the day becomes even more fruitful.
Many people fast on this day, observing a fast throughout the day and performing Shiva puja in the evening. Night vigils and Bhajan Kirtan (devotional singing) are also held in many places.
Astrological Significance of Today
On July 28th, the transit of the Moon is also in a favorable position for worship. The position of the planets is such that this day is considered extremely beneficial for spiritual activities. Astrologers believe that this time is excellent for spiritual purification, mental peace, and economic progress.
