Monday Shiv Puja 2026: Worship Lord Shiva with this method on Monday, all pending work will start getting done.

Monday Shiv Puja 2026: In Hindu religion, Monday is considered dedicated to Lord Shiva. It is believed that by worshiping Lord Bholenath with true heart on this day, many problems of life start going away and wishes are fulfilled.

This is the reason why every Monday there is a crowd of devotees in Shiva temples. But many people consider the puja complete just by offering water, whereas a special method of worshiping Shiva on Monday has been mentioned in the scriptures. If the worship is done correctly and with full devotion, then it is believed that the blessings of Lord Shiva will be received soon.

Correct method of worshiping Shiva on Monday

• Wake up early on Monday morning, take bath and wear clean clothes.
• After this, clean the worship place and sit facing north or east.
• First of all meditate on Lord Shiva and then offer water on Shivalinga.
• After this, offer milk, Panchamrit, Ganga water (if available), sandalwood, Akshat, Bhasma, Belpatra, Dhatura and white flowers.
• At last perform Aarti of Lord Shiva by lighting incense sticks and “Om Namah Shivay” Chant the mantra with devotion.

What should be offered to Lord Shiva?

Every object offered in Shiva puja is considered to have its own religious significance. Belpatra is considered most dear to Lord Shiva. Apart from this, Dhatura, white flowers, ashes and sandalwood are also offered.

According to religious beliefs, lotus flower is considered a symbol of wealth and prosperity, while Dhatura is offered for the happiness of children. Juhi and jasmine flowers are also considered auspicious.

What things should be kept in mind during Shiva puja?

While worshiping Shiva, always offer only fresh and clean flowers. Withered, broken or insect tainted flowers should not be offered to Lord Shiva.

Apart from this, Champa, Ketaki, Kadamba and Kevada flowers are generally not offered in Shiva puja. Keep a calm mind while performing puja, avoid anger and haste and do not perform puja without asana.

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How to offer water to Shivalinga?

While performing Jalabhishek on Shivling, offering continuous stream of water is considered auspicious. during this time “Om Namah Shivay” Or Mahamrityunjaya Mantra can be chanted.

According to religious beliefs, happiness and peace is desired by anointing with water. At the same time, Abhishek with milk, ghee and honey has also been given different importance.

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