Jalabhishek in Sawan Mass (Month of Monsoon)2024

During the Sawan Mas or the month of monsoon, a lot of devotees can be seen in temples devoted to Lord Shiva. Devotees bring water from various holy places and pour it on Lord Shiva’s idols in these temples. The month of monsoon is considered to be a symbol of devotion towards Lord Shiva. Devotees bring water from far off places. They are usually barefoot and receive appreciation from all the people around them. All the ways leading to Haridwar can be seen crowded with these people during the month of monsoon. Cheers and chants of Bam-Bam bhole can be heard all around.

The duration of Sawan mas in 2024 will be from 22 July Even before the beginning of Sawan mas, people want to collect water for Jalabhishek from Ashadh mas. In order to impress Lord Shiva, people bring water from pilgrimages like Gomukh, Kedarnath, Amarnath, Haridwar, Neelkanth and Ganga. The journey begins from the Purnima in the Ashadh month. Water is poured on Shivalinga for the whole month of monsoon.

There are some auspicious dates which should mark the commencement of the journey for Kawads.

Choosing the right date for the journey

The journey for collecting water for Jalabhishek should begin on an auspicious day. Kawads should consider an auspicious date for beginning their journey. The position of Moon should be analyzed before going on the journey. For example, the sign of the direction in which you want to travel should be favourable. The Moon sign on the right hand side of the direction will be auspicious. The Moon sign on the left hand side is usually inauspicious and causes troubles.

Choosing the right direction on the basis of Moon signs