Shravan month is going to start soon, know what to do and what not to do

Sawan 2024: According to the Hindu calendar, this year Lord Shiva's favorite month Shravan will start from August 5 and end on September 3. During this time, worshipping Lord Bholenath properly brings good luck. Along with this, all the problems going on in life can also be resolved.

By worshipping Lord Bholenath during this entire month, he can be pleased soon. According to religious beliefs, it is said that if you are facing any kind of problem in your married life, then worshipping Lord Shiva in Shravana month can be beneficial. Shravan month has great importance.

Therefore, during this period, it is considered proper to perform Jalabhishek and Rudrabhishek of Lord Shiva. Now, what should be done and what should not be done in the month of Shravan? Know about this in detail from Jyotishacharya Pandit Arvind Tripathi.

What should be done in the month of Shravan?

• One can get benefits by proper worship of Lord Bholenath in the month of Shravan.
• Anoint the Shiv Linga with water, milk or ghee.
• Chant the mantra “Om Namah Shivaya”.
• Recite “Shiv Chalisa” or “Shiv Stuti”.
• Keep a fast on Monday and do special worship of Lord Shiva.
• Donating in the month of Shravan is considered very auspicious. Therefore, donating at this time has special importance.
• Consuming satvik food can be beneficial in the month of Sawan.
• Participating in Kanwar Yatra in the month of Shravan. This can fulfill all the wishes of a person. You can also get good results.
• Only white and green colored clothes should be worn in the month of Shravan.

What should not be done in the month of Shravan?

• It is also important to avoid certain things during the month of Shravan like cutting hair, cutting nails and shaving.
• Wearing shoes should also be avoided in this month.
• Negative emotions like anger, greed and attachment should be avoided in this month.
• Meat and alcohol should be avoided during the month of Shravan. Eat only satvik food during this month.
• One should avoid sleeping too much in the month of Shravan.
• Avoid sleeping on the bed during the month of Shravan. One should sleep on the ground during this month.

Which mantra should be chanted in the month of Shravan?

Worship Lord Shiva in the month of Shravan and chant some mantras during this time. Chant these mantras at least 108 times.

• Salute Lord Shiva:
• Om Mrityunjaya Mantra:
• Om tryambakam yajamahe:
• Om Shiv Shankarardhana Stotra:
• Gayatri Mantra: