For any follower of Hinduism, the religious importance and cultural significance of Lord Shiva is obvious to the point of an introduction being redundant. The deity looms large in the religious fabric of Hinduism, and is considered to be one of the “Big Three” of the religion. You might ask then, what is Sawan Shivratri exactly? What does one need to know about it and why is it important? Read on to clear your doubts.

First of all, in the risk of stating the obvious, Shivratri is an occasion whose importance is undeniable in the Hindu culture. It is basically the definitive occasion when it comes to the deity, and is considered as an extremely auspicious event. Everyone who follows Hinduism ardently sees this as an unmissable event, and ensures that they attend it at any cost. Followers of Lord Shiva wait in anticipation for Shivratri to come around so that they can pray and celebrate in his honour. 

Now to Sawan Shivratri. This is actually an event where the usual religious significance of Shivratri increases exponentially, and is observed with grandeur across the country. Sawan is the holiest month according to the Hindu calendar, which comes around annually. This is the month considered to be the most appropriate for celebrating Lord Shiva, and is observed by his followers around the world. Every day of the entire month is spent in worshipping Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati.

The puja on Sawan Shivratri occurs in phases or sessions, which are listed below for your convenience. The final stage of the puja is followed by a time for Parana.

Below are the Sawan Shivratri puja timings for Sawan Shivratri 2021:

1. On 6th August, 7:08 pm to 9:48 pm

2. 9:48 pm to 12:27 am, moving onto 7th August

3. 12:27 am to 3:06 am

4. 3:06 am to 5:46 am

A grand Maha Rudrabhishek Puja at Haridwar is to be conducted this year, to heighten the religious auspiciousness of the event even further. Devotees around the world would not want to miss this opportunity to pay their prayers to Lord Shiva. On the auspicious day of Sawan Shivratri, Gem Selections along with Prabhu Kripa Dham- have united together to perform Maha Rudrabhishek puja on the holy banks of the Ganga at Haridwar. You can book a Puja online, around the globe just for the worth Rs 1500 only. Call at 18001022394 to know more.