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Vayaviya Samhita
This section consists of two parts: the Purva Khanda and the Uttara Khanda, detailing the knowledge imparted by Lord Shiva to the wind god Vayu.
Answer in Details
In the tradition of Lord Shiva, the month of Sawan (Shravan Maas) is considered highly auspicious. Devotees observe fasts during this month to seek Lord Shiva's blessings for various desires, including a suitable life partner or success in career.For Life Partner (Sawan Somvar Vrat):
- The most popular practice is observing the Sawan Somvar Vrat, which means fasting on Mondays during Sawan.
- Unmarried women, in particular, observe this vrat to pray for a loving and suitable life partner, just as Parvati did to obtain Lord Shiva as her husband.
- The vrat includes waking up early, bathing, wearing clean clothes, and visiting a Shiva temple to offer milk, water, bel leaves, and flowers to the Shivling.
- Devotees chant Shiva mantras such as "Om Namah Shivaya" and recite Shiva Chalisa or Shiva Ashtak.
For Career and Success:
- Fasting and worshipping Lord Shiva during Sawan is also believed to remove obstacles and grant success in career and education.
- Devotees offer water, milk, honey, and black sesame seeds to the Shivling, along with prayers for their specific wishes.
- Chanting the "Mahamrityunjaya Mantra" is also recommended for seeking Lord Shiva's blessings for strength, focus, and removal of difficulties.
General Observances:
- The fast is usually from sunrise to sunset, with some choosing to consume only fruits and milk.
- Maintaining purity in thoughts, words, and actions is emphasized during these observances.
Lord Shiva is known as the benevolent one, easily pleased by sincere devotion. Therefore, fasting with true faith, simplicity, and devotion is most important, whether one's wish is for a life partner or career advancement.
