First Shravan Somvar : Which Shivamuth Should Be Offered to Lord Shiva?

(Shravan Somvar) In many places in the state, devotees have gathered in large numbers in the temples since dawn. On this day, special worship and rituals are performed in Shiva temples. Every Monday in the month of Shravan holds special significance for worship, rituals, and fasting in Shiva temples.

This month holds exceptional importance throughout India, especially in Maharashtra. On this day, devotees express their devotion during Shravan Mondays by offering special offerings to Mahadev.

Offering Shivamuth is considered a unique and sacred practice during the month of Shravan. In this process, specific grains are offered to Mahadev every Monday of Shravan. This year, the month of Shravan started on July 25, 2025, and will end on August 23, 2025. During this period, there will be a total of four Shravan Mondays, with the first Shravan Somvar being today.

Which Monday is which Shivamuth?

First Shravan Somvar –

Shivamuth: Rice

Rice is considered a symbol of purity. On the first Monday of Shravan, devotees offer a handful of rice and resolve to keep their lives pure, peaceful, and virtuous.

Second Shravan Somvar –

Shivamuth: Sesame

Sesame is a symbol of purity, sin-cleansing, and spiritual elevation. It is said in religious texts that offering sesame cleanses sins. It is believed to remove bodily defects and mental impurities.

Third Shravan Somvar –

Shivamuth: Moong

Moong is considered a symbol of health, freshness, and virtue. Offering moong keeps the body healthy and the mind cheerful. It conveys the message of maintaining peace in life.

Fourth Shravan Somvar –

Shivamuth: Barley

Barley signifies prosperity, the fruit of hard work, and the success of efforts. On the last Shravan Monday, devotees offer barley and pray to Lord Shiva for success achieved through hard work in their lives.