The holy month of Saawan for Hindus began on July 22 and ends on August 19. The month of Saawan is dedicated to Lord Shiva, also known as Mahadev. Along with worshipping Mahadev, offerings are also made to honour him. According to religious beliefs, every day of the month of Saawan is considered auspicious for worshipping Mahadev.
There is a tradition of worshipping Goddess Gauri (avatar of Goddess Parvati) every Tuesday of this month. While Mahadev is worshipped on Mondays in the month of Sawan, Mangala Gauri Vrat is observed every Tuesday. This fast is observed for unbroken marital happiness, progeny, protection of children and fulfilment of wishes. Worshipping Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati on this day is of great benefit. The Drik Panchang website states, “Devotees take Sankalp to either fast during the Shravana month or to fast for sixteen weeks starting from the Shravana month.”
The Mangala Gauri Vrat is also known as Sri Mangala Gowri Vratham in Andhra Pradesh, Telangana and the rest of South India.
The Mangla Gauri Vrat is very special for married women. It is believed that this fast brings happiness in married life. Unmarried girls also observe this fast to get their desired husbands.
Date
July 23, Tuesday
Puja Vidhi
On the day of the Mangla Gauri Vrat, wake up early, take a bath and wear clean and washed clothes. Cover the area where you are going to place the statue of Goddess Gauri with a red cloth.
Gradually place the statue of Goddess Gauri and all the items for fasting on it. After that, take a vow of fasting before Goddess Mangla Gauri and light a lamp made of dough. Then worship Goddess Gauri as per the rituals and offer her fruits, flowers, etc. Finally, perform the aarti and conclude the worship with a prayer for good fortune and prosperity.
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