Sawan Shivratri 2023: Know Date, Shubh Muhurat And Lord Shiva Jalabhishek Time
Sawan Shivratri is a significant Hindu festival celebrated during the month of Shravan (Sawan) according to the Hindu lunar calendar. It falls on the 14th night of the dark fortnight (Krishna Paksha) in the month of Shravan, which usually corresponds to July or August in the Gregorian calendar.
Shivratri, meaning “the night of Lord Shiva,” is observed to honor Lord Shiva, one of the principal deities in Hinduism. Devotees fast throughout the day and offer prayers to seek Lord Shiva’s blessings. They visit Shiva temples, perform rituals, and chant prayers and mantras dedicated to Lord Shiva.
On Sawan Shivratri, devotees often engage in special ceremonies such as Rudrabhishekam, which involves offering water, milk, and other sacred substances on a Shiva Lingaa (an abstract representation of Lord Shiva). This ritual is believed to purify the soul and bring divine blessings.
Many devotees observe a strict fast on this day, abstaining from food and water until they break the fast the next morning after performing the necessary rituals. Some devotees also undertake Kanwar Yatra, a pilgrimage where they carry water from the holy Ganges River to pour on Shiva Lingus in their local temples.
Sawan Shivratri holds immense spiritual significance for devotees of Lord Shiva, as they believe that sincere worship and devotion on this day can lead to spiritual growth, fulfilment of desires, and the attainment of salvation. It is a time for introspection, prayer, and seeking divine blessings from Lord Shiva.
Sawan Shivratri 2023: Date and Time
Chaturdashi Tithi Begins – July 15, 2023 – 08:32 PM
Chaturdashi Tithi Ends – July 16, 2023 – 10:08 PM
Shivratri Parana Time – July 16, 2023 – 05:34 AM to 03:51 PM
Ratri First Prahar Puja Time – July 16, 2023 – 07:17 PM to 09:51 PM
Ratri Second Prahar Puja Time – July 16, 2023 – 09:51 PM to 12:25 AM
Ratri Third Prahar Puja Time – July 16, 2023 – 12:25 AM to 03:00 AM
Ratri Fourth Prahar Puja Time – July 16, 2023 – 03:00 AM to 05:34 AM
Sawan Shivratri 2023: Significance
Swan shivratri has a great significant among Hindus. It is one of the biggest festivals celebrates in India.
Sawan shivratri is more popular in north India states of Uttrakhand, /Uttar Pradesh, Rajasthan Punjab Himachal Pradesh and Bihar. Special puja is arranged at prominent templates of load Shiva such as kasha vishwanth kedarnath mahaklishwar and other 12 jyotirlingas. Thousands of devotees visit these place for Gangajal Abhishekekam.
The whole Sawan month is an opportunity of offer prayers to lord Shiva with pure intention and dedication. All the Kanwariyas will offer Gangajal to Lord Shiva which they have brought from different holy places. On the auspicious day of Sawan shivratri, devotees offer prayers to Lord Shiva and seek blessing for the happy, healthy and prosperous life.
Sawan Shivratri 2023: FAQs
When is Sawn Shivratri?
Sawn Shivratri is going to be celebrate on July 15, 2023.
How Sawan Shivratri is celebrated?
Sawan Shivratri is celebrated across the country by lakhs of Load Shiv devotees. They offer Gangajal and perform abhisekam to shivling with panchatmrit and seek blessings.
