Solah Somwar Vrat: How to Observe It Starting from July 14, 2025

The month of Sawan 2025 (also known as Shravan) is a sacred time for the worship of Lord Shiv. Among the various practices observed during this holy period, the Solah Somwar Vrat holds immense spiritual significance. This vrat (fast) is dedicated to Mahadev, the supreme ascetic, and is believed to bring peace, prosperity, and fulfillment of heartfelt desires.

In 2025, Solah Somwar Vrat begins on Monday, July 14, and continues for sixteen consecutive Mondays.

Sawan 2025 Calendar: Important Dates

• Start of Sawan: July 11, 2025

• First Sawan Somwar: July 14, 2025

• Last Sawan Somwar: August 4, 2025

• Sawan Shivratri 2025: August 7, 2025

• End of Sawan: August 9, 2025

What is Solah Somwar Vrat?

Solah Somwar Vrat means fasting for sixteen Mondays, observed by devotees who seek the blessings of Lord Shiv. It is most commonly initiated during the month of Sawan, making it even more powerful due to its high spiritual energy.

This vrat is especially popular among unmarried women seeking a good life partner, married women praying for family well-being, and devotees desiring spiritual upliftment.

Spiritual Significance of Solah Somwar Vrat

• Honours Lord Shiv, Nandi, and his sacred symbol – the Trishul

• Enhances devotion through prayer, meditation, and Jal Abhishek

• Invokes peace, fertility, health, and prosperity

• Strengthens one's connection with Mahadev during Sawan 2025

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How to Observe the Solah Somwar Vrat (Vrat Vidhi)

Here is a step-by-step guide to observing the vrat properly:

Morning Rituals:

• Wake up early and bathe before sunrise

• Wear clean or traditional white/light-colored clothes

• Clean the pooja place and set up an image or Shivling of Lord Shiv

Pooja Procedure:

• Light a diya (lamp) with ghee or mustard oil

• Offer flowers, bilva leaves, milk, curd, honey, ghee, sugar, and water (Panchamrit) on the Shivling

• Recite “Om Namah Shivaya” 108 times or chant the Maha Mrityunjaya Mantra

• Read or listen to the Solah Somwar Vrat Katha

• Perform Jal Abhishek with devotion

Evening Observance:

• Light another diya after sunset

• Offer water and chant Shiv mantras again

• Break your fast with satvik food (if not doing nirjala vrat)

Tips for Successful Vrat

• Maintain a pure heart and mind throughout

• Speak gently and avoid anger or negativity

• Visit a Shiv Mandir on each Somwar if possible

• Offer prayers to Nandi, the devoted bull of Lord Shiv

• Keep a simple satvik diet without onion, garlic, or tamasic foods

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• Camphor, rudraksha malas, and bilva leaves

The Connection to Kawad Yatra and Sawan Somwar 2025

The Kawad Yatra, a major pilgrimage during Sawan, reflects the same devotion that Solah Somwar Vrat does. While Yatris fetch Gangajal from the holy river and offer it to Shivlings, Solah Somwar observers offer prayers from their homes or temples with the same intensity of faith.

Both paths aim to purify the mind and soul through bhakti (devotion) and surrender to Lord Shiv.

FAQ

1. Can Solah Somwar Vrat be observed by men?

Yes, it can be observed by anyone regardless of gender or marital status who wishes to connect deeply with Lord Shiv.

2. What if I miss a Monday?

If you miss a Monday due to unavoidable reasons, you can continue the vrat the next Monday. Try not to break the chain unless absolutely necessary.

3. Is it necessary to visit a temple?

While it's spiritually enriching, it's not mandatory. One can perform the rituals at home with full sincerity.