Sawan Shivaratri 2024: Date, Time, Worship Method, And Wishes To Celebrate This Auspicious Day

By Oneindia Staff

Updated: Thursday, August 1, 2024, 12:56 [IST]

Sawan Shivratri, one of the most significant festivals dedicated to Lord Shiva, is celebrated with immense devotion and fervor by Hindus around the world. It falls during the holy month of Sawan (Shravana), a month considered highly auspicious for worshipping Lord Shiva. The festival marks the night of the union of Shiva and Shakti, symbolizing the cosmic dance of creation and destruction.

In 2024, Sawan Shivratri holds special significance as it offers devotees an opportunity to seek blessings, perform rituals, and engage in spiritual practices that are believed to bring prosperity, peace, and divine grace into their lives.

Sawan Shivaratri 2024 Key Rituals and Significance

This post provides detailed information on the date, shubh muhurat (auspicious timing), puja rituals and wishes associated with Sawan Shivratri 2024.

Sawan Shivratri 2024: Date and Date

Sawan Shivratri will be observed on Friday, 02 August 2024. The Nishita Kaal Puja time is 12:06 am to 12:49 am. The duration - 00 hours 42 mins. On 03 August, Shivaratri Parana Time is at 05:44 am to 03:49 pm.

Additionally, devotees can perform the Shivratri puja during the four prahars (watches) of the night. These are divided as follows:

Ratri First Prahar Puja Time - 07:11 pm to 09:49 pm
Ratri Second Prahar Puja Time - 09:49 pm to 00:27 am
Ratri Third Prahar Puja Time - 12:27 am to 03:06 am
Ratri Fourth Prahar Puja Time - 03:06 am to 05:44 pm.
Chaturdashi Tithi begins at 03:26 pm on 02 August 2024.
Chaturdashi Tithi ends at 03:50 pm on 03 August 2024.
Observing the puja during these times is believed to invoke Lord Shiva's blessings more profoundly.

Sawan Shivratri 2024: Puja Vidhi (Rituals)

The puja vidhi for Sawan Shivratri involves several steps, each performed with great reverence and devotion. Here is a step-by-step guide to the rituals:

Begin by purifying yourself with a bath and wearing clean, preferably white or light-colored clothes. Purify the puja space with Gangajal.
Place the Shiva Linga on a clean altar or platform, decorated with flowers and leaves.
Light the lamp (diya) and incense sticks. Invoke Lord Shiva's presence by chanting mantras and prayers.
Perform abhishekam by bathing the Shiva Linga with water, followed by milk, yogurt, honey, ghee, and Gangajal. Chant the "Om Namah Shivaya" mantra during this ritual.
Apply sandalwood paste and vermilion to the Shiva Linga. Offer bel patra, dhatura, and aak flowers to the Shiva Linga along with unbroken rice grains, fruits, and sweets as naivedya.
Perform aarti by waving camphor or a ghee lamp in front of the Shiva Linga, accompanied by devotional songs or mantras.
Recite the Shiva Chalisa, Mahamrityunjaya mantra, and other hymns dedicated to Lord Shiva.
Conclude the puja with a final prayer, seeking Lord Shiva's blessings for peace, prosperity, and spiritual growth.