Why is Lord Mahadev, the God of Gods, worshiped only on Monday? Know the religious and scientific mystery of this miraculous fast of Sawan Why is the worship of Mahadev—the God of Gods—performed specifically on Mondays? Discover the religious and scientific significance behind this miraculous Sawan fast.

In Sanatan tradition, every day of the week is dedicated to some God or Goddess, but when it comes to Bholenath i.e. Lord Shiva, the name of ‘Monday’ first comes to mind. This tradition has been going on for centuries that on the first day of the week i.e. Monday, there is a rush of devotees in Shiva temples and people observe a special fast and worship Lord Shiva (Shiva). But have you ever wondered why Monday has been chosen for the worship of Mahadev and what is the mythological and scientific reason behind it? Let us know about the countless benefits of this special fast in the month of Sawan.

Mythological relationship between Monday and Lord Shiva

According to religious stories and Puranas, Monday is directly linked to the Moon. In Hindu astrology, Lord Shiva is called ‘Chandrashekhar’, which means the one on whose head the moon sits. According to mythological belief, when Chandradev suffered loss of his shine due to the curse of King Daksh, he worshiped Lord Shiva. Bholenath was pleased and placed the moon on his head and gave him life. Since Moon’s attack is Monday and Mahadev had saved the life of Chandradev, hence this day was considered the best and sacred for worshiping Shiva.

Religious and mental importance of Monday fast of Sawan

The importance of Monday fast increases manifold in the holy month of Sawan. It is believed that during this entire month, Mother Parvati and Lord Shiva communicate on earth and listen to every call of their devotees. Observing a fast on Monday of Sawan not only strengthens the position of the Moon in the horoscope but also brings mental peace, concentration and positive energy. Astrology experts believe that if unmarried girls keep fast on all Mondays of Sawan, they get the desired and eligible life partner, while the obstacles coming in the marital life of married people are also removed.

Right way of worship and miraculous benefits of fasting

On Monday morning, after taking bath in Brahma Muhurta, one should go to Shiva temple and offer water, milk, Ganga water, Belpatra, Dhatura and white sandalwood on Shivalinga. Bholenath gets pleased very quickly by the worship done with true heart while chanting the mantra ‘Om Namah Shivay’. From the health point of view, fasting in the month of Sawan with light and healthy food improves the digestive power of the body and reduces mental stress. This is the reason why even in today’s busy life, this fast on Monday is considered very important from both spiritual and physical point of view.