{"id":14605,"date":"2024-07-29T13:28:15","date_gmt":"2024-07-29T07:58:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/rudralife.com\/blog\/?p=14605"},"modified":"2024-07-29T13:52:31","modified_gmt":"2024-07-29T08:22:31","slug":"fasting-rituals-during-shravan-benefits-and-practices","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/rudralife.com\/blog\/fasting-rituals-during-shravan-benefits-and-practices\/","title":{"rendered":"Fasting Rituals During Shravan: Benefits and Practices"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

A month-long festival beginning from the 22nd of July in Northern India<\/strong>, and the 5th of August in the Southern states<\/strong>, that brings with it the opportunity for us to, <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Introspect,<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Set our spiritual and personal goals, &<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Build healthy, lasting habits.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Shravan, a month that marks renewal, washes away all impurities of this physical realm through rains from the skies up above, waters and nurtures the crops as a life-giving source, and holds the power to absolve our sins.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The month of Shravan<\/a> is strongly entangled with Lord Shiva, who is closely linked to the Moon in Hindu mythology and astrology, and the Moon is believed to be at its strongest during this month. This lunar influence is observed to heighten emotions and intuition, making it an ideal time for spiritual practices and self-reflection.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Devotees perform Pujas<\/strong><\/a>, Vedic rituals, and chant mantras to worship Lord Shiva to seek his blessings during this time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

But still, there’s one question we all seek an answer to… Why Do We Fast During Shravan?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

As we all know by now, Sawan<\/em> month is dedicated to Mahadev Shiva. So it is believed that a devotee who observes the fast of Shravan Somvar, known as ‘Somvrat<\/em>‘ with a sincere heart and full devotion surely receives the blessings of Shiva. Married women also keep a fast of Shiva in Shravan, known as ‘Solah Somvar<\/em><\/strong>‘, to make their married life happy and unmarried women for a good groom. According to an ancient tale, Maa Parvati\/ Gauri observed a special fast on Sawan Somvar to win Mahadev Shiva’s hand in marriage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

To put it simply, fasting is a practice religiously followed to demonstrate our devotion to Shiva, and spiritually done to fulfill certain wishes or desires. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

But, did you know? There’s also a scientific significance of fasting<\/strong> during the month of Shravan<\/strong>!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

During monsoon, our body’s metabolism lowers as it gets affected by the change in weather around us. The humidity in many parts of the country also makes it difficult for the body to digest food properly. Hence, it helps in:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Detoxification<\/strong>: Fasting allows the body to detoxify and eliminate accumulated toxins, leading to improved vitality. And,<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Digestive Rejuvenation:<\/strong> By providing the digestive system with a much-needed rest, fasting supports better digestion and nutrient absorption.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Metabolic Enhancement:<\/strong> Short-term fasting has been linked to heightened metabolic function, which can contribute to overall health.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Mind-Body Harmony:<\/strong> Fasting encourages a sense of mental clarity, serenity, and heightened mindfulness.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Even consuming non-vegetarian, spicy, or oily foods during this period can have a negative impact on both the immune system and the digestive system, as they are heavy and difficult to digest. Therefore, even religiously, ‘Sattvik’ <\/em>food and an easy & calm lifestyle are advised during Shravan Maas<\/em>.Come to think of it, the \u2018Sanatan\u2019<\/em> way of life and the Shastras often revolve around how an individual can live a healthy and fulfilled life, leading to holistic growth, and attain, ‘Sacchit Ananda<\/em><\/strong>‘(true bliss).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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