![]() Some even, observe fasts on Tuesdays, which was known as ‘Mangala Gauri Vrat’. ![]() ![]() Devotees observe fast and offer milk, water, and bilva leaves to the almighty. The fasts are kept as a way of thanking the lord as well as for success, marriage, and prosperity. As a gesture of gratitude, his devotees offer water from the river Ganga to help his wounds heal.ĭevotees also fast on Mondays during the holy month which is known as Shravan Somvar Vrat. His neck turned blue and he further suffered pain and burns. Goddess Parvati is believed to have stopped the venom from entering his body by holding his neck. As per legend, Lord Shiva drank venom as part of the Samudra Manthan or the churning of the cosmic ocean to obtain amrit or nectar in order to save the world. August 3 – Fifth Shravan Somwar (last Somwar and the last day of the month)Īs per the Amavasyant calendar, the important dates are:ĪLSO READ | Intermittent fasting: In a 24/7 food culture, periodic fasting gains followersĪs per Hindu traditions, Shravan is the fifth month of the Hindu lunar calendar and is dedicated to Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati. ![]()
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