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Amavasya date is considered very important in Sanatan Dharma. Amavasya coming every month is considered auspicious for worship, charity and remembering ancestors. When this date falls on Monday, then it is called Somvati Amavasya.

This day is considered especially fruitful for the worship of Lord Shiva, Mother Parvati and ancestors. According to religious beliefs, bathing, fasting, donating and worshiping on this day removes the troubles of life and brings happiness and prosperity. This year Somvati Amavasya will be celebrated on 15th June.

Religious importance of Somvati Amavasya

According to religious scriptures, bathing in the holy river, fasting and donating on the day of Somvati Amavasya brings special virtue. It is believed that the auspicious deeds done on this day yield quick results and a person’s sins are destroyed. Especially by worshiping Lord Shiva one gets mental peace, happiness and prosperity. This day is also considered very auspicious for spiritual practice and self-purification.

importance of puja

Amavasya of Jyeshtha month comes at the time of scorching heat, hence worship of banyan tree on this day is said to have special significance. Banyan tree is considered a symbol of life, longevity and stability. According to religious beliefs, three gods Brahma, Vishnu and Mahesh reside in it. Married women observe fast on this day for the long life and uninterrupted good fortune of their husbands. They worship the banyan tree and tie Kalava or cotton thread on its trunk and circumambulate it after offering water, roli, akshat, flowers and sweets.

Importance of Pitru Tarpan and donation

Somvati Amavasya is also considered special among the dates dedicated to ancestors. On this day, by taking bath in Ganga or any holy river and offering Tarpan and Pind Daan, ancestors attain peace. It is believed that the ancestors are pleased and bless the family with happiness, peace and prosperity. This day is considered very beneficial for those who have Pitra Dosh in their horoscope. On this occasion, donating food, clothes, pots, fans, umbrellas and cool items to the needy people provides auspicious results.

Special remedies for Somvati Amavasya

• -Wake up early in the morning and take bath and mix Ganga water in water and offer Arghya to the Sun God. After this chant the mantra ‘Om Namah Shivay’.
• -Worship the Banyan tree methodically, offer sweet water and tie a Kalawa and circumambulate it 108 times.
• -For the ancestors, offer water mixed with sesame seeds and remember them with devotion.
• -Donate food, clothes, fan, umbrella, pot and cold items to poor and needy people.
• -Offer water, milk and Belpatra on Shivalinga. Also recite Mahamrityunjaya Mantra and Shiv Chalisa.