Sawan Shivratri 2020: Significance, legends & wishes

The holy month of Sawan has begun and today the entire nation is celebrating Sawan Shivratri. Shivratri is observed every month but two Shivratris i.e Maha Shivratri and Sawan/Shravan Shivratri hold an important position. 

Sawan Shivratri falls on Krishna Paksha Chaturdashi (fourteenth day of the waning phase of moon) in the month of Shravan (July – August). Shravan Shivratri 2020 falls on Sunday, July 19.

Many legends & folklore are associated with this day and as per the most popular legend, Lord Shiva was impressed by Goddess Parvati's (an avatar of Shakti) 'Tapasya' and accepted her as his wife. It is believed that Goddess Parvati observed fast for his good health on moonless nights after their marriage.

As per the popular belief, if someone is looking for a suitable life partner, they should observe fast on this day and offer special prayers to Lord Shiva. Married women too, pray for well being of their husbands on this day.

Sawan month is marked by complete devotion to Lord Shiva and observing fasts, especially on Mondays, which are dedicated to Lord Shiva and are known as ‘Shravan or Sawan Somvar Vrat’. Some even, observe fasts on Tuesdays, which was known as ‘Mangala Gauri Vrat’.

Many Hindu festivals fall like Krishna Janmashtami, Raksha Bandhan, Naag Panchami, and Teej, fall in the month of Sawan.

Here are a few wishes you can send your near and dear ones on Sawan Shivratri

Shivratri blessings to you and your family. May the almighty Lord Shiva bless you all with good things and perfect health.

May Lord Shiva shower his benign blessings on you and your family. May happiness and peace surround you with his eternal love and strength.

May Lord Shiva shower blessings on all and give power and strength to everyone facing difficulties in their lives.

May Lord Shiva shower blessings on all. Happy Shivratri!

Shiv ki shakti, Shiv ki bhakti, Khushiyon ki bahaar mile, Shivratri ke paavan avsar par aapko, Jeevan ki achchi shuruaat mile. Sawan shivratri ki shubhkaamneein.

May all your prayers be granted by Shiva! Wishing you a Happy Sawan Shivratri!

May Shiva bless you with good health, happiness, and prosperity

May the glory of the divine Shiva, remind us of our capabilities and help us attain success. Jai Shiva Shankar.

Celebrate the auspicious day of Sawan Shivratri with the joy of heart and help people understand the values of Lord Shiva.

Shiv ki mahima aprampar! Shiv karte sabka udhdhaar, Unki kripa ham sab par sada bani rahe, Aur bhole shankar hamare jeevan mein khushi hi khushi bhar dein. Om Namah Shivaay! Happy Sawan!