When Is Sawan Shivratri 2025? Know Date And Puja Muhurat
Sawan Shivratri 2025: According to the Hindu Panchang, Shivratri is observed every month on the Chaturdashi Tithi of Krishna Paksha, also known as Masik Shivratri. In Hinduism, Shivratri is considered a significant festival. On this day, special worship is offered to Lord Shiva, including the Abhishek of the Shivling with water, and many devotees observe a fast. It is believed that the divine union of Lord Shiva and Goddess Shakti takes place on the night of Shivratri.
However, the Shivratri that falls in the month of Sawan holds special significance and is known as Sawan Shivratri. Since the holy month of Sawan is dedicated to Lord Shiva, the spiritual merit of worshipping Him on this day multiplies many times. Devotees who perform rituals, fast, and offer prayers on Sawan Shivratri are believed to receive blessings equivalent to those gained on Mahashivratri. Let’s find out when Sawan Shivratri will be observed this year.
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Sawan Shivratri 2025 Date
There is some confusion among devotees regarding the date of Sawan Shivratri in 2025. According to the Hindu calendar, Sawan Shivratri will be observed on Wednesday, 23rd July 2025. This auspicious festival falls on the Chaturdashi Tithi of the Krishna Paksha in the month of Sawan, which begins on 11th July 2025.
The Chaturdashi Tithi will begin at 4:39 AM on 23rd July and end at 2:48 AM on 24th July. Therefore, Sawan Shivratri will be celebrated on 23rd July, and devotees will perform the special night-long worship of Lord Shiva on this day. It's important to note that during Shivratri, performing char prahar night puja holds great spiritual significance.
Sawan Shivratri 2025 Puja Muhurat
Here are the auspicious timings for Sawan Shivratri 2025 puja and fasting rituals:
- Nishita Kaal Puja Time: 12:07 AM to 12:48 AM (Duration: 41 minutes)
- First Prahar Puja Time: 23rd July, 7:17 PM to 9:53 PM
- Second Prahar Puja Time: 23rd July, 9:53 PM to 12:28 AM
- Third Prahar Puja Time: 24th July, 12:28 AM to 3:03 AM
- Fourth Prahar Puja Time: 24th July, 3:03 AM to 5:38 AM
These prahar timings are followed for performing Shiva Abhishek, chanting mantras, and offering bilva leaves. Observing night-long puja during these four prahars is considered especially rewarding on Sawan Shivratri.
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