Third Sawan Somwar 2025: Why This Day Holds Rare Spiritual Power (Date, Muhurat & More)
- Sonali Singh
- Jul 27
- 3 min read
As the holy month of Sawan begins, followers of Lord Shiv get ready with open hearts and homes to spend this time in devotion, cleansing their spirit, and welcoming blessings.
The holy month of Sawan, also called Shravan, is a very special time in Sanatan traditions for worshipping Lord Shiv. In 2025, the third Monday of Sawan falls on July 28th and is especially powerful because it combines three rare events: Vinayak Chaturthi, Purva Phalguni Nakshatra, and Ravi Yog. This special moment, known as Shiv-Ganesh Yog, is a great chance for devotees to seek blessings from the whole Shiv family—Shiv, Parvati, Ganesh, and Kartikeya.
A Rare Spiritual Union: Shiv and Ganesh Together
This Sawan Somwar is uniquely blessed. Falling on Vinayak Chaturthi, it offers a divine yog for simultaneous worship of Lord Shiv—the Adi Guru and Mahadev, and Lord Ganesh—the remover of obstacles and Vighnaharta. This father-son duo embodies the essence of creation and dissolution.
सर्वविघ्नेषु विनायकं महादेवस्य तु संयोगतः।
पिता पुत्रो युग्मं पूजयेद् ज्ञानबलविवर्धनम्॥ - Skanda Purana
Among all obstacles, Vinayaka (Ganesha) is supreme, by his union with Mahadeva (Shiva).
One should worship this father-son pair to increase knowledge and strength.
On this day, people who pray to both gods together are believed to receive blessings of wisdom, strength, and help in overcoming obstacles in both their spiritual and everyday lives.
Puja Muhurat Timings on 28 July 2025
To harness the divine vibrations of this day, follow the muhurat timings given below:
Amrit Muhurat: 5:40 AM – 7:22 AM
Shubh Muhurat: 9:04 AM – 10:46 AM
Pradosh Kaal Puja: 7:15 PM – 8:33 PM
शुभमुहूर्ते पूजां कृत्वा, जीवेत् सुखसमृद्धिम्।
कष्टहरं फलप्रदं, सदा भवेत् स महेश्वरः॥
Performing worship during the auspicious Muhurat grants a life of happiness and prosperity,
Removes suffering, and the Great Lord (Maheshvara) always blesses.
Performing Abhishek, chanting Mahamrityunjaya Mantra, and offering bilva leaves, milk, and dhatura flowers during these times yields manifold blessings.
Astrological Insight: Personalized Puja by Rashi (Zodiac Sign)
To maximize divine grace, perform abhishek using items aligned with your zodiac's energy. According to Tantra Shastra and Jyotish texts, the following offerings are seen as lucky and special:
Aries (Mesh): Offer Gangajal mixed with honey and natural fragrance.
Taurus (Vrishabh): Perform abhishek with raw milk and ghee.
Gemini (Mithun): Use sugarcane juice for the abhishek.
Cancer (Kark) Offer curd as a symbol of nourishment.
Leo (Singh): Use jaggery-mixed water to express sweetness and strength.
Virgo (Kanya): Add sacred bhang leaves, symbolizing detachment.
Libra (Tula): Offer curd for emotional balance.
Scorpio (Vrishchik): Use honey to represent spiritual intensity.
Sagittarius (Dhanu): Offer yellow mustard seeds for inner fire and knowledge.
Capricorn (Makar): Use aparajita flowers, representing victory over ego.
Aquarius (Kumbh): Offer black sesame in Gangajal, signifying karmic cleansing.
Pisces (Meen): Use durva grass, dear to Ganesh, symbolizing humility.
Shiv Bhakti: Beyond Ritual, Into Stillness
The Sanatangyan way focuses on experiencing the divine directly through the blessings of a guru, studying sacred texts, and sincere practice. In this tradition, Shiv is more than just a god—He is the true inner self, the Mahakaal, the one who is beyond time.
"शिवो भूत्वा शिवं यजेत्॥" – Shiv Purana
"Only by becoming Shiv-like can one truly worship Shiv."
This means that finding inner calm, letting go, and being devoted are very important. A true guru or sadhu teaches that worship isn’t just about outside rituals—it’s about giving up our ego, desires, and ignorance from within.
The third Monday of Sawan in 2025 falls on July 28th. It is a rare day when special spiritual and celestial energies come together. On this day, Vinayak Chaturthi, Purva Phalguni Nakshatra, and Ravi Yog all happen at once. This creates a powerful chance for devotees to connect with Lord Shiv and Lord Ganesh as a divine pair. By worshipping sincerely during the best times (muhurats), doing rituals based on their zodiac sign (Rashi), and focusing on inner calm and self-offering, people can receive blessings. These blessings include wisdom, strength, and spiritual growth. This sacred Monday is more than just a ritual. It is a doorway to deeper change and divine blessings.
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