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The month of Sawan (Shravan) is considered extremely sacred and auspicious in Hindu religion to worship Lord Mahadev and get his special blessings. According to astrological beliefs, the month of Saavan is the most favorite month of Lord Bholenath. By performing devotional worship, Jalabhishek and charity during this entire month, Lord Shiva becomes pleased with his devotees and they get the desired results.
Offering Belpatra (Bilvapatra) on Shivalinga during the days of Sawan has a special and deep significance. Belpatra has three leaves joined together, which are considered to be the form of Trinity (Brahma, Vishnu and Mahesh). Along with this, these three leaves are also considered a symbol of Lord Shiva’s Trinetra and his infallible weapon Trishul. This is the reason why every devotee offers Belpatra on Shivalinga to please Lord Shiva in Sawan. But, full blessings of Mahadev are received only when Belpatra is offered with correct rules. Let us know what is the correct method of offering Belpatra on Shivling.
When is the month of Sawan starting in the year 2026?
According to the religious calendar, the holy month of Saavan in the year 2026 is going to start from 30th July 2026, and it will end on 28th August 2026. This year, a wonderful coincidence of four very auspicious Mondays is taking place in the month of Sawan. Important dates of Sawan Monday are as follows:
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First Sawan Monday: 3 August 2026
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Second Sawan Monday: 10 August 2026
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Third Sawan Monday: 17 August 2026
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Fourth and last Sawan Monday: 24 August 2026
How to offer Belpatra on Shivalinga? Straight or reverse, know the correct rules
In the scriptures and Shivpuran, very clear and strict rules for offering Belpatra on Shivling have been mentioned, which every Shiva devotee should follow at the time of worship:
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Place the smooth side down: While offering Belpatra, always keep in mind that the part of the leaf which is smooth and shiny should touch the Shivalinga i.e. it should be downwards. The rough part of the belpatra should always remain upwards.
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Hold from the middle part: While offering Belpatra on Shivalinga, it should always be held at the meeting point of three leaves i.e. its middle part (near the stem) and dedicated to Bholenath.
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The letter should not be mutilated: Broken material is never used in the worship of Lord Shiva. Therefore, keep in mind that the Belpatra should not be torn, torn or eaten by insects.
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Write ‘Om’ with sandalwood: Before offering Belpatra on Shivalinga, if you write ‘Om’ with white or yellow sandalwood on its smooth part or apply sandalwood tilak, then this puja is considered extremely fruitful and excellent. Always offer Belpatra to Shivling only after washing it with clean water.
How many Belpatra leaves are considered auspicious to be offered on Shivalinga?
According to the scriptures, Lord Ashutosh is very innocent, he becomes completely satisfied with even a single Belpatra offered with a true heart and unwavering devotion. However, according to one’s vow and resolution, generally offering 3, 5, 11, 21 or 108 Bel leaves on Shivling is considered very auspicious and auspicious.
According to Shivpuran, divine benefits of offering Belpatra
It is described in detail in Shivpuran that whichever devotee offers Belpatra on Shivling in the month of Sawan or regularly, Mahadev destroys all the troubles, sorrows and sins of his life. By the grace of Bholenath, all the unfulfilled wishes of a person are fulfilled soon. Along with this, happiness, prosperity, prosperity and peace reside in the family. People who are going through mental stress or unrest, offer immense mental peace and spiritual strength by offering Belpatra on Shivalinga.
