When is Shravan Month 2013? The auspicious period of Shravan Month 2013 starts from July 23 and ends on August 21 in the Hindi Calendar is Saka 2070. The Shravan Maas Mondays fall on July 29, August 5, August 12 and August 19. These Mondays are dedicated to worship of Lord Shiva. During the entire month of Shravan Maas, to gain long and prosperous life it is advised to offer prayers, flower offerings and abhishekam to Lord Shiva. You can find Shiva Abhishekam Procedure here. Shravan Maas Puja The Shravan Maas ushers in a host of auspicious days and festivals. First of all Shravan Maas Puja is Shravan Somvar Vrat, where in people observe fast on all Mondays of Shravan Month. Shravan Somvar is more emphasized for fast as the entire month is dedicated to Lord Shiva. The fast should be observed after taking bath. People should pray to the auspicious and graceful Lord Shiva, anointing the Lord with Panchamritam and other pleasant substances like bilva leaves. One can liquid food or fruits during the day and pray to the Lord in the evening to break the fast. As per the popular belief, one who fasts on all Monday of Shravan has all prayers answered by the Lord. Shravan Month Festivals also includes Mangala Gouri Puja, which is observed on Tuesdays in Shravan Month.
Posted on: Mon, 12 Aug 2013 01:32:49 +0000