Sawan: Special Pooja and Rituals for Lord Shiva

August 13, 2024 By BhajanSparsh

Significance of Sawan Month

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Sawan Somwar (Mondays)

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Pooja Vidhi (Rituals)

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Abhishekam Ritual

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Fasting Practices

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Bhajans and Mantras

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