Sawan Somwar Jalabhishek Muhurat 2026: The fast for the first Monday of the holy month of Sawan—a period considered extremely sacred for worshipping Lord Shiva—is being observed today with deep devotion and faith; this year, the Sawan fast will be observed over four Mondays. From an astrological perspective, this day holds special significance, as worshipping Lord Shiva and performing *Jalabhishek* (ritual bathing with water) on the *Shivling* amidst auspicious planetary alignments is believed to yield immense spiritual benefits. It is believed that performing the Shiva puja according to prescribed rituals and observing the fast on this day fulfills one's wishes and brings happiness, prosperity, and peace into life. Let us find out the most auspicious time for *Jalabhishek* on the first Monday of Sawan...

Sawan Monday Puja Rituals
According to religious beliefs, it is considered auspicious to perform *Abhishek* of Lord Shiva using Ganga water, pure water, milk, curd, honey, ghee, and sugar after taking a bath and wearing clean clothes on a Sawan Monday. Subsequently, offering *Belpatra* (wood apple leaves), *Dhatura*, *Aak*, sacred ash (*Bhasma*), white sandalwood paste, *Bhang*, and seasonal flowers, followed by chanting the mantra "Om Namah Shivaya," is considered highly meritorious. Devotees also recite the Shiva Chalisa, Rudrashtakam, and the Mahamrityunjaya Mantra.

 Sawan Monday Jalabhishek (Water Offering) Muhurat 2026

Brahma Muhurat: 04:19 AM to 05:01 AM
Abhijit Muhurat: 12:00 PM to 12:54 PM
Vijay Muhurat: 02:42 PM to 03:36 PM
Pradosh Kaal: 06:26 PM to 07:56 PM
Godhuli Muhurat: 07:11 PM to 07:32 PM

Sawan Monday Puja Muhurat 2026
Amrit (Best) Muhurat: 05:44 AM to 07:24 AM
Shubh (Excellent) Muhurat: 09:05 AM to 10:46 AM
Char (Average) Muhurat: 02:08 PM to 03:49 PM
Labh (Progress) Muhurat: 03:49 PM to 05:30 PM
Amrit (Best) Muhurat: 05:30 PM to 07:11 PM

First Sawan Monday occurring during auspicious Yogas
Hansraj Yoga: This is one of the 'Panch Mahapurush Yogas' (five great auspicious planetary combinations). Currently, the planet Jupiter is positioned in its exalted sign, Cancer, giving rise to Hansraj Yoga. This Rajyoga bestows knowledge, status, prestige, and prosperity upon an individual.

Sukarma Yoga: On the first Sawan Monday, Sukarma Yoga will prevail from early morning until 9:13 PM. The presiding deity of Sukarma Yoga is Lord Indra, and its ruling planet is Mars. It is an auspicious and propitious Yoga.

Dhriti Yoga: On the first Sawan Monday, Dhriti Yoga will be active from 9:13 PM through the rest of the night. This is also an auspicious Yoga. It is considered favorable for starting a new business, performing *Bhumi Pujan* (ground-breaking ceremony), laying the foundation of a house, or purchasing new items.

 **Offering Water and Bel Leaves Alleviates Planetary Afflictions**
According to astrologers, the period from early morning until afternoon today is considered especially auspicious for *Jalabhishek* (ritual bathing of the deity with water) and the worship of Lord Shiva. Additionally, worshipping Lord Shiva during the *Pradosh Kaal* (the twilight period) is considered highly significant. It is believed that offering water and *Bel* leaves to the *Shivling* during these auspicious times helps alleviate planetary afflictions, fosters harmony in marital life, and can yield positive results in one's career and financial endeavors.

**Crowds at Temples Since Morning**
On the first Monday of *Sawan*, long queues of devotees have been visible at Shiva temples across the country since early morning. The atmosphere in the temples is filled with devotion, resonating with chants of "Har-Har Mahadev" and "Bam-Bam Bhole." Devotees are praying to Lord Shiva for their family's happiness and prosperity, good health, and the removal of obstacles in their lives. Religious scholars state that observing the *Sawan* Monday fast with faith, restraint, and virtuous conduct is believed to invoke the special grace of Lord Shiva.

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