The month of Shravan is considered the most auspicious time for worshiping Lord Shiva. According to Vedic scriptures, 'Masik Shivaratri' is observed on the Chaturdashi of Krishna Paksha every month of the year. However, among these 12 Shivaratris, the Shivaratri of Shravan month is considered the most sacred and fruitful, as Shravan is the most beloved month of Lord Shiva. Those who devote themselves to the worship of Mahadev during this time find peace, success, and prosperity entering their lives, overcoming obstacles and impediments. Many observe Rudrabhishek, chant Mahamrityunjaya mantra, fast, and stay awake on this day.
When will Shravan Shivaratri 2025 be celebrated? Know the schedule of the Tithi
This year, the Shravan Shivaratri Tithi falls on Wednesday, July 23, 2025. According to the Hindu calendar, the Chaturdashi Tithi of Krishna Paksha in the month of Shravan will begin at 4:39 AM on July 23 and will end at 2:28 AM on July 24. Therefore, the main Shivaratri worship will be performed on the night of the 23rd. During this period of Chaturdashi Tithi, devotees of Shiva observe fasting and stay awake all night.
When to perform Nishita Kala Puja of Shivaratri? Know the scheduled time.
The most important time for Shivaratri Puja is 'Nishita Kala'. Special benefits are attained by worshiping Shiva during this time. This year, on Shravan Shivaratri, Nishita Kala will begin at 12:07 AM on July 23 and will end at 12:48 AM. It is believed that performing Abhishek of Shivlinga with water, milk, and Panchamrita and chanting the Mahamrityunjaya mantra during this time is highly beneficial.
Four Prahars of Puja – The most important ritual of Shravan Shivaratri
On the night of Shivaratri, the worship of Mahadev is divided into four Prahars. In each of these four parts, the Shivlinga is offered Jalabhishek and flowers with different ingredients.
First Prahar: 6:59 PM to 9:36 PM
Second Prahar: 9:36 PM to 12:13 AM
Third Prahar: 12:13 AM to 2:50 AM
Fourth Prahar: 2:50 AM to 5:27 AM
It is believed that worshiping Mahadev four times during these timeframes is highly rewarding.
When to break the fast on Shravan Shivaratri?
There is also a specific time to end the Shivaratri fast. After the puja, devotees break the fast the next day at an auspicious time. This year, the auspicious time to break the fast is from 5:27 AM on July 24. This is called 'Parana Kala'. Before breaking the fast, one should seek Shiva's blessings and pray before consuming anything.
Shravan Shivaratri Puja Offerings - How to worship Mahadev
On this day, one should wake up in the Brahma Muhurta, before sunrise. First, after bathing and purifying oneself, the place of worship should be cleaned. Then, taking a vow of fasting, perform Abhishek of the Shivlinga with Panchamrita made of Ganges water, milk, yogurt, honey, ghee, and sugar. After this, worship with Bel leaves, Dhatura flowers, Bhang, sandalwood, incense, and fruits. There is a rule to chant the mantra 'Om Namah Shivaya' 108 times. If you want, you can also recite the 'Mahamrityunjaya Mantra'. According to the scriptures, reading Shivcharit while staying awake at night bestows endless merit. The result of the puja becomes more auspicious if one prays again before breaking the fast after sunrise the next day.
Conclusion – Shravan Shivaratri is not just a Puja, but a journey of self-purification
Shravan Shivaratri is not just a fast or a puja, but a great journey of self-purification. On this day, those who fast with devotion and chant the name of Shiva, have all the inauspicious forces in their lives removed. This special Tithi of Shivaratri is observed with reverence, devotion, and dedication to get rid of suffering, disease, and obstacles.
