Shravan Month Rules: Non-Veg, Garlic-Onion Restrictions & Somvar Fasting

By Aacharya Prakarsh Dixit · ·

Shravan Month Rules: Non-Veg, Garlic-Onion Restrictions & Somvar Fasting

"The holy chanting of Shiva's name fills the air... Shravan is the sacred month to immerse in Mahadev's devotion."

1. Reason Behind Food Restrictions in Shravan

During the monsoon, digestive capacity naturally slows. Spiritually, Tamasic foods (non-veg, onions, garlic) ignite passion and anger, conflicting with meditative Shiva sadhana.

2. Daily Shravan Discipline for Devotees

  • Offer holy Gangajal and fresh Belpatra upon a Shivling daily.
  • Maintain a simple satvik lifestyle, avoiding haircuts and shaving during the holy month.
  • Observe fasts on Mondays (Shravan Somvar).

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Har Har Mahadev! May the holy month of Shravan fill your life with peace, health, and spiritual growth.