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IN PHOTOS: Devotees seek blessings at Babulnath temple in Mumbai as Shrawan begins
Updated On: 22 July, 2024 07:36 PM IST | Sanjana Deshpande
Devotees on Monday saught blessings at the Babulnath Temple in Mumbai as the month of Shrawan began on Monday. Pics/Sameer Abdedi

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The month of Shrawan marks the start of a time of devotion, rituals, and festivals dedicated to Lord Shiva
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This holy month has great spiritual significance for Hindus, and it is a time for prayer, fasting, and seeking blessings

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Shrawan is the fifth month of the Hindu lunar calendar and one of the holiest months for Hindus, particularly devotees of Lord Shiva
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Various festivals and rituals like fasting, Kanwar yatra, Rakshabandhan, Naag panchami, and others are observed during the month

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Many devotees fast on Mondays, known as Shravan Somvar, to seek Lord Shiva's blessings. These fasts are thought to cleanse the soul and bring prosperity and happiness
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The Kanwar Yatra is a famous practice during Shrawan. Kanwariyas, or devotees, carry sacred water from the Ganges River in pots (kanwars) and walk to their local Shiva temples to offer it to the Shiva Linga

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Raksha Bandhan is commonly held during this month. Shrawan also includes Nag Panchami, a serpent-worshipping holiday, and Hariyali Teej, a women's festival celebrating marital bliss
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The Shivratri of the Shrawan month, known as Sawan Shivratri, is particularly significant. Devotees remain awake all night, recite hymns, and make special prayers to Lord Shiva, seeking his heavenly blessings

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Shrawan is a season of spiritual regeneration. Devotees believe that prayers and rituals performed during this month have a more powerful effect, bringing them closer to the divine
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