Every Monday, many homes in Bharat wake up to the name of Bhagwan Shiva. Some people go to temple early in the morning. Some do small puja at home and keep fast. The day feels peaceful when it starts with the name of Mahadev.
This Monday fast is called Har Somvar Vrat. It is a very old tradition that brings both inner peace and mental strength. When a person does it with true heart, life slowly becomes calm and balanced.
What “Har Somvar” Means
The word “Har” means Bhagwan Shiva — the one who takes away pain and sorrow. “Somvar” means Monday, which belongs to Chandra (the Moon). The Moon stands for coolness and emotions.
So when we worship Shiva on Monday, it also helps to make our mind peaceful. It is said that Bhagwan Shiva wears Chandra on His head as Someshwara. That is why He gives balance to the mind and heart.
People who pray to Him every Monday feel lighter from inside. Their anger reduces, and they start thinking more clearly.
A Small Story from Shiva Purana
Long ago, a poor farmer used to visit a small Shiva temple every Monday. He had nothing much — only a few Bilva leaves and a pot of water. But his faith was strong.
One day, Mata Parvati asked Bhagwan Shiva, “This man offers so little. Still, he comes every week with love. Will You bless him?”
Shiva smiled and said, “Yes, Devi. His love is more valuable than gold. Soon he will have a happy life.”
After some time, the farmer’s crops grew well, his family found peace, and his heart was full of joy.
This story teaches us that Bhagwan Shiva looks only at bhakti (devotion), not at wealth or show. Even a simple offering done with love reaches Him.
Why People Do Har Somvar Vrat
People keep this fast or join the seva for many reasons. But the blessings are same for all.
- It keeps the mind peaceful and helps in reducing stress.
- It gives energy and focus for the whole week.
- It helps in removing obstacles from work and life.
- It brings good health and positivity at home.
- It creates love and understanding between family members.
Many young girls also keep Solah Somvar Vrat to get a good life partner with qualities like Shiva — calm, loving, and patient.
Simple Way to Do Har Somvar Puja at Home
If you cannot go to temple, you can do small puja at home. It takes only a few minutes and fills the house with positive energy.
- Take bath early and wear clean clothes.
- Clean your puja space and light a diya.
- Keep a Shiv Linga or photo of Bhagwan Shiva.
- Offer water, milk, honey, and Bilva Patra.
- Chant “Om Namah Shivaya” slowly 108 times.
- Sit quietly for a few minutes. Close your eyes and pray.
- Take simple food or fruits if you are keeping fast.
Even this small act done with full heart brings peace and blessings.
Har Somvar Shiv Seva with JyotirGamaya
Many devotees live in other cities or countries. They wish to join temple puja but cannot visit every week. For them, online Har Somvar Shiv Seva by JyotirGamaya is a good option.
You can book the seva online. The temple priest will perform the full Shiv Abhishek and Rudra Path with your name and gotra. The puja video and blessings are sent to you after it is done.
This service helps devotees stay connected with their faith, even from far places. The feeling of watching your Sankalpa being taken in a temple gives a lot of peace.
For booking visit: https://jyotirgamaya.online/pujas/somvar_shiv_seva
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Shiva Bhakti — The Path of Simplicity
Bhagwan Shiva is known as Adiyogi, the first teacher of yoga and dhyana. His life shows that peace is real power. He sits in silence on Kailash, showing how a person can live calmly even in the middle of the world’s noise.
When we do Har Somvar Seva, we learn to live like Him — simple, silent, and strong.
Worshipping Shiva is not about asking for many things. It is about saying, “Mahadev, whatever You give is enough.”
Every drop of milk we offer means “I give my ego.” Every Bilva leaf means “I surrender my anger.” Slowly, Shiva takes away our inner pain and fills us with strength.
Few Simple Things to Remember
- Speak gently on Mondays. Avoid anger and harsh words.
- Try to help someone in need. That is also Shiva Puja.
- Read Shiv Chalisa or even a few lines from Rudra Ashtakam.
- Keep faith, even if you cannot follow full fasting.
- Do your work peacefully — Shiva loves simple hearts.
Start the Week with Mahadev’s Name
Monday is the beginning of the week. When it starts with Om Namah Shivaya, the mind stays peaceful. You feel ready to face whatever comes.
Those who pray to Shiva on Mondays say that their week goes smoother and lighter. It is not magic — it is the power of faith and pure thought.
So, from the next Somvar, wake up early, light a diya, and take Bhagwan Shiva’s name. If you cannot go to temple, join the Har Somvar Shiv Seva online through JyotirGamaya. Let the priest do puja for you while you pray from home.
Shiva does not look at the amount of offerings. He looks at the heart behind it. Even one Bilva leaf given with love can bring His blessings.
End your prayer with this feeling —
“Mahadev, please stay in my heart. Make my mind calm, my path clear, and my home full of peace.”
Om Namah Shivaya
