Shiva Worship — Vedic Puja Vidhi
Shravan Somvar Puja
Shravan Somvar Puja is the Shiva worship performed every Monday during the holy month of Shravan (July–August) — the most sacred month for Lord Shiva. According to Shiva Purana, Lord Shiva is in his most benevolent and receptive form during Shravan, and prayers offered during this month bear hundredfold fruit. Devotees observe a strict fast, pour water (jalabhishek) on Shivalinga throughout the day, offer bilva leaves, and many undertake the Kanwar Yatra pilgrimage to fetch Gangajal for the abhishek.
Last updated: 24 April 2026 · Source: Vedic Tradition
Benefits
Bestows immense spiritual merit, grants health and longevity, fulfills desires for marriage and progeny, removes chronic illnesses, brings prosperity, ensures success in all endeavors, and accelerates spiritual progress manifold during this auspicious month.
Step-by-Step Procedure
Begin fast before sunrise on each Shravan Monday. Take a bath and visit a Shiva temple if possible. Perform jalabhishek on Shivalinga with water or Gangajal throughout the morning. Offer bilva leaves, white flowers, milk, honey, and bhasma. Chant "Om Namah Shivaya" or Shiva Panchakshara Stotra. Light incense and ghee lamp. Stay in meditation or listen to Shiva Katha. Break fast at night after puja with fruits or saatvik food.
Best Time (Muhurat)
Every Monday of Shravan month. The four or five Shravan Mondays are collectively observed as Shravan Somvar Vrat. Most auspicious year: when Shravan has 5 Mondays.
Materials Required (Samagri)
- ·Shivalinga
- ·Gangajal or pure water
- ·Milk
- ·Honey
- ·Bilva leaves
- ·White flowers
- ·Bhasma
- ·Incense sticks
- ·Ghee lamp
- ·Sandalwood paste
- ·Fruits
FAQ
Q.What is Shravan Somvar Puja?
Shravan Somvar Puja is the Shiva worship performed every Monday during the holy month of Shravan (July–August) — the most sacred month for Lord Shiva. According to Shiva Purana, Lord Shiva is in his most benevolent and receptive form during Shravan, ...
Q.What are the benefits of Shravan Somvar Puja?
Bestows immense spiritual merit, grants health and longevity, fulfills desires for marriage and progeny, removes chronic illnesses, brings prosperity, ensures success in all endeavors, and accelerates spiritual progress manifold during this auspicious month.
Q.What is the best time to perform Shravan Somvar Puja?
Every Monday of Shravan month. The four or five Shravan Mondays are collectively observed as Shravan Somvar Vrat. Most auspicious year: when Shravan has 5 Mondays.
Q.What materials are needed for Shravan Somvar Puja?
Shivalinga, Gangajal or pure water, Milk, Honey, Bilva leaves, White flowers, Bhasma, Incense sticks, Ghee lamp, Sandalwood paste, Fruits.