Priyanka Tiwari
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Suspense crime, Digital Desk : July 2025 is set to be a month of deep spiritual significance and vibrant celebration in the Hindu calendar. The entire month is dominated by Shravan (also called Sawan), the holiest period for devotees of Lord Shiva. As the monsoon rains bring life and greenery to the land, this month is filled with fasting, prayer, and joyous festivals dedicated to both Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati.
Here’s a guide to the most important dates and what they signify, helping you connect with the spiritual rhythm of the month.
The Heart of the Month: The Shravan Vrats (Vows)
Shravan is a time for devotion, and many observe fasts (vrats) on specific days to seek blessings.
- Shravan Somwar Vrat (Mondays of Shravan): Mondays are considered Lord Shiva’s special day, and during Shravan, their importance is magnified. Devotees often fast, visit temples, and perform special prayers (pujas) to honor him. The Mondays for this observance in 2025 fall on July 7, 14, 21, and 28.
- Mangala Gauri Vrat (Tuesdays of Shravan): Tuesdays are dedicated to Goddess Parvati, also known as Mangala Gauri. Married women traditionally observe this fast to pray for the well-being and longevity of their husbands and for a happy family life. These will be observed on July 8, 15, 22, and 29.
Major Festivals and Auspicious Days
Beyond the weekly fasts, July is packed with several major one-day festivals:
Guru Purnima (July 1): This day is dedicated to honoring gurus—our teachers, mentors, and spiritual guides—who remove the darkness of ignorance. It's a day of gratitude and respect for wisdom.
Sawan Shivratri (July 24): While Maha Shivratri is celebrated once a year, each month has a Shivratri. The one that falls during the month of Shravan is considered especially powerful and auspicious for worshipping Lord Shiva.
Hariyali Teej (July 29): A joyous monsoon festival, Hariyali Teej celebrates the union of Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati. Hariyali means greenery, and the festival is marked by women dressing in green, swinging on beautifully decorated swings, singing folk songs, and celebrating marital bliss.
Nag Panchami (July 31): On this day, devotees worship serpents and snake deities (Nagas). It is a festival that honors nature and seeks protection from snakebites, rooted in ancient traditions and mythology.
Complete Festival Calendar for July 2025
For your convenience, here is a complete list of the significant dates:
July 1, Tuesday: Guru Purnima, Ashadha Purnima Vrat
July 4, Friday: Sankashti Chaturthi
July 7, Monday: First Shravan Somwar Vrat
July 8, Tuesday: First Mangala Gauri Vrat
July 11, Friday: Kamika Ekadashi
July 14, Monday: Second Shravan Somwar Vrat
July 15, Tuesday: Second Mangala Gauri Vrat
July 21, Monday: Third Shravan Somwar Vrat
July 22, Tuesday: Third Mangala Gauri Vrat
July 24, Thursday: Sawan Shivratri, Masik Shivratri
July 26, Saturday: Hariyali Amavasya, Shravan Amavasya
July 28, Monday: Fourth Shravan Somwar Vrat
July 29, Tuesday: Hariyali Teej, Fourth Mangala Gauri Vrat
July 30, Wednesday: Vinayaka Chaturthi
July 31, Thursday: Nag Panchami
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