Shravana Month, considered the most pious month, which is dedicated to
Lord Shiva
, who is known as a destroyer of the world. Sawan month is going to begin from July 22, and it will end on August 19, 2024.
There are few rules and regulations, which Lord Shiva devotees needs to follow during the month of Sawan so here we are mentioning some of them. So devotees can follow them and see the changes in their life:
Fasting Rules: Do's and Don'ts
1.
Observe Fast
Devotees must observe fast during this month and perform various puja rituals dedicated to Lord Shiva to seek blessings of the Lord.
2. Maintain Celibacy
Devotees are advised to maintain celibacy during this auspicious month of Shravan. This will create a sacred environment and by doing this practice you will have control over your senses.
3. Opt Sattvik Lifestyle
Lord Shiva devotees who are observing fast and performing puja rituals dedicated to Mahadeva, they must follow the sattvik lifestyle which will create a pure environment and this will give immense peace.
4. Do Charity
One must get involved in charity and donation. Bholenath always love the ones who have compassion and kindness so this is a sacred month so people must do charity and give donations to the needy ones.
5. Cleanliness and Purity
Maintaining cleanliness and purity is also required as we perform puja rituals such as hawan, preparing bhog prasad, and clean puja room is also necessary before worshipping so devotees should keep this in their mind that they must maintain this whole month.
6. Chanting Mantras
As we all know that this period is so sacred so Mantra chanting during this month has its significant benefit. Mantra chanting is the main ritual to do in
Shravan Month
.
7. Meditation and Prayer
This is the sacred period so a large number of devotees get involved in Meditation and yog. By doing meditation,
8. Avoid Tamasik Food
Tamasik food is prohibited during Shravan Month, so devotees are advised to avoid eating any type of tamasik food item such as onion, garlic, eggs and non vegetarian food.
9. Visit Temple
Visiting temple is one of the main ritual during this pious month of Shravan so going to temple daily, bring positivity in the life of devotees. It is a great way to seek blessings of the Lord.
10. Avoid Alcohol
One must avoid taking alcohol and eating tobacco in this pious month. This will bring bad luck if you do such activities.
11. No Ill Talks
Never talk ill about others and avoid speaking harsh words to anyone specially to your loved ones. This is one of the biggest lesson you can learn in this sacred month of Shravan. This can bring inauspiciousness in life.
12. Avoid Dairy Products
In the month of Sawan, it is prohibited to take curd, milk, buttermilk and other daily products. One must avoid eating or drinking these items.