9 Must-Have Essentials For The Upcoming Shraavan Month 2023

With matted locks adorned by a crescent moon, a third eye capable of annihilating worlds, and a serpentine necklace coiling around his neck, he stands as the epitome of paradoxes and contradictions.

His presence is not only awe-inspiring and enigmatic but also highly soothing. He is known as the father of the universe and the destroyer of evil—Bhagwan Shiva, the epitome of divine power and profound mysticism.

As the supreme yogi, the lord of destruction and transformation, and the embodiment of eternal bliss, Lord Shiva captivates the hearts and minds of everyone. He draws them into a cosmic dance of creation, preservation, and dissolution.

The unending devotion of Bhagwan Shiva among his devotees touches the highest of the peaks in the Month of Shraavan (Sawan), the holiest month in the Hindu Calendar.

During this auspicious month, people experience the magic of mysticism and connect with The Mahadev and other devtas by observing fasts, visiting temples and offering prayers.

According to the Gregorian calendar, this divine month falls between July and August and engulfs everyone in the boundless spiritual essence for 30 days.

However, this year, we are lucky as the Saawan maas in 2023, spanning for 60 days. This luck is due to the union of Shraavan Mass with the Adhik Maas (also called Malamas).'

And to help you be ready for the most auspicious 60 days of the year, we are here with the list of essentials for the Shraavan month that you will need. These essentials will help you attain the peace of mind, focus, and unwavering faith that you need to have a smooth and sacred Shraavan Maas.

You need a calendar to know the start, the end and everything in between of the month of Shraavan. Here, please note that the start and the end day may vary for different states and different families in India. So, be sure to know about the right dates for your family.

And according to those dates, list out your Mondays, Tuesdays, Saturdays, Ekadashi, Purnima and other important days.

Every day in Shraavan is not only auspicious but has a special event or meaning entailed to it. So, most people observe fasts and do all the poojas every day accordingly. However, you may not be able to do so.

So, to keep up with the important days for pooja and fasting for you in the month of Shraavan 2023, you should take out some time to get in touch with your family members as well as elders to make a personalized list for every member in your family.

According to your fast, pooja, and prayer during the month of Shraavan, you should keep all the pooja samagri ready in advance. There are several types of pooja that you can perform, including Rishi Panchami Pooja, Naag Panchami pooja, and Rudra Abhishek.

Based on the pooja you intend to perform, you may need unique pooja items. To know what all is needed, you can either get in touch with your elders or the priest of the temple where you intend to do the pooja.

Chanting is one of the usual activities that people do every day in the Shraavan and Adhik Maas. For this, a rosary (or a mala) is extremely important. During the Shraavan month, you can chant with whichever mala you have.

During this auspicious month of Saawan, you can also get yourself:

- A Crystal Rosary to cut out the negativity and bring in peace, positivity, and prosperity. This mala is also called Spatikh mala.

- Lotus bead mala to acquire knowledge, wealth, courage, prosperity, and wisdom, as well as to ward off the evil eye. This mala is extremely helpful to ascend in meditation and yoga.

- Rudraksha mala to protect yourself from negative energies and create stability in your mental and material life.

- Mala of rudraksha and natural citrine to bring peace of mind, prosperity, and recognition in life.

- 3 mukhi rudraksha mala to free yourself from sins, karmic debts, and past life memories. It is ideal for you who want to break free from inferiority complexes, fear, guilt, depression, anxiety, and weakness.

There is a range of different malas made for different purposes and different intentions. Once you are ready to get a new mala and clear with your purpose, it is not a hard task to get the best mala for you.

Please remember that whichever mala you choose for yourself this Shraavan month, it is important for you to get it energized for you. And only you can use this mala in your prayer and chanting.

That is because your mala is your personal tool for prayer that enhances your meditation practices and spiritual focus. Therefore, it is an extremely important medium for you to connect with the divine.

The month of Saawan 2023 is the best time for reading different Paths and Puranas. There are so many such holy books that could help you get the required wisdom and clarity to face the challenges of life and ascend to higher levels of spirituality.

Some of the popular granths that most people read in Shravaan and Adhik Maas are Bhagwat Geeta, Ramayana, and Shiva Purana. They either read it alone in the vicinity of their solitude and God or join a community that meets regularly to discuss the knowledge of these holy books.

However way you choose to indulge in these pearls of spiritual discipline, value, and wisdom, it is very important that you set a goal and frequency. Along with that, it is also essential that you follow through with your reading and implement plans accordingly.

The month of Saawan and Adhik is considered utmost divine for doing charity and organizing bhogs to Brahmins and needy people. Especially on some special days like Panchami, Janmashtami, Ekadashi, and Purnima.

Get in touch with the elders and other family members to find out if they have any charitable aspirations during this month. The union of Shraavan and Adhik only happens once in four years. Hence, it is also an important time to get rid of any doshas and karmic difficulties in your life.

In that case, you can even contact your family astrologer to get a gist of remedies you can perform on these holy days. These remedies act like a catalyst and help you make your life better, happier, and more fulfilled.

If you don’t want or can’t engage in any such spiritual activities, then you can even arrange a simple gathering for all your family members, visit the temple, and share a simple meal together to show your appreciation to Bhagwan Shiva for a good life and happiness.

While these essential items are important and must not be skipped, there is also a list of a few essentials that are not compulsory, but if you have them, they will enhance your Shraavan Maas 2023 prayers. With these spiritual essentials, you will be able to practice the rituals with more clarity and devotion. Some of these Shraavan essentials are:

Wearing Rudraksha beads in a mala, bracelet, or any other form helps you bring positivity, fortune, and peace for yourself and your family. When you have a Siddha Rudraksha bead, you ensure that you enjoy the best of the spiritual world as well as the material world.

- You feel a new sense of calmness and confidence

- Be physically and mentally fit

- Go further in your career

- Maintain financial stability

In fact, you might be fascinated to know that there are different Rudraksha beads to achieve the bounds of joy in different areas of your life.

Also called Rasamani Shivalinga, the Parad Shivalinga is a miraculous and peaceful medium for you to use when you welcome Bhagwan Shiva into your home.

Parad (or mercury) is the purest and most refined mineral element. Hence, Parad Shivalinga is the most revered form of Shivalinga that showers you with abundance, power, and positive strength. It is also known to take away your emotional, physical, or spiritual pains.

Having said that, worshipping Parad Shivalinga is a great approach to increase plenty in your workstation, office, and home. There are also countless benefits of placing a mercury Shiva linga in your home and praying to it; with it in your house, you will feel as if you have welcomed Bhagwan Shiva himself into your house and your life.

A yantra is a mystic instrument that helps you balance the energies in your house and bring in safety, peace, and prosperity. This is because a yantra carries the powers of mantra and complex spiritual processes.

There are different kinds of Yantras for different purposes. However, here are some common yantras people choose to place in their house and office during this Shraavan Maas.

- Shree Mahamrutyunjay Yantra: to overcome the fear of death, risks, and fatal diseases, and to be fearless and healthy.

- Kalsarpa Dosha Nivaran Yantra: to get rid of the evil from your house and be successful in your career. This yantra also helps you lead a happy life by removing the malefic effects of Rahu and Ketu.

- Shree Krishna Yantra: to bring a bling to your personality, enhance your speaking skills, and achieve success in all your endeavors.

Please understand that Yantras are complex structures and have the power to make and break the stability of your space. In that case, before getting any yantra and placing it in your house or office, you must consider consulting with an experienced astrologer whom you can trust.

So, this is the list of essentials you will need to have a fulfilling Shraavan month in 2023. We hope to leave you feeling hopeful and equipped with everything you need. By embracing the traditions, rituals, and celebrations of this sacred time, you can experience a deep sense of connection and inner growth.

Remember to check off each item on your list of essentials and embrace the blessings and joy that Shraavan brings. May this month be filled with hope, positivity, and an abundance of divine blessings.