June 2025 Monthly Shivratri: Date, Puja Vidhi and Auspicious Yoga

Monthly Shivratri is a sacred observance dedicated to Lord Shiva. It is celebrated every month on the Krishna Paksha Chaturdashi. Scriptures say that observing the Monthly Shivratri brings the same merit as Mahashivratri. Fasting worship, chanting and night vigil remove obstacles, calm planetary afflictions, purify the mind and fulfil desires. The energy of Shiva is believed to be highly active on this tithi.

When is Monthly Shivratri in June 2025

Date: Monday 23 June 2025
Tithi: Krishna Paksha Chaturdashi of Jyeshtha
Auspicious timing: 24 June from 12:07 AM to 12:48 AM
Special combination: This Shivratri coincides with Som Pradosh which enhances the spiritual merit.

Ritual procedure for Monthly Shivratri

Vow and preparation

• Take a bath early in the morning and wear clean clothes.
• Take the vow of the fast before the Shivlinga.
• Observe purity discipline and chanting throughout the day.

Four Prahar worship

First Prahar: 6 PM to 9 PM Abhishek with milk
Second Prahar: 9 PM to 12 AM Abhishek with curd
Third Prahar: 12 AM to 3 AM Abhishek with ghee
Fourth Prahar: 3 AM to 6 AM Abhishek with honey

Offer water bel leaves dhatura shami flowers, sandalwood rice and sweets in each Prahar.

Mantra chanting

First Prahar: Om Hreem Ishanaya Namah
Second Prahar: Om Hreem Aghoraya Namah
Third Prahar: Om Hreem Vamdevaya Namah
Fourth Prahar: Om Hreem Sadyajataya Namah

Chant Om Namah Shivaya 108 times.

Aarti and readings

After worship, recite Shiv Chalisa Shiva Tandava Stotra or stories from Shiva Purana.
Perform the aarti of Lord Shiva and sing devotional hymns.
Conclude the fast the next morning by feeding a Brahmin.

Astrological significance

This tithi aligns with a special lunar influence that purifies the mind and stabilises emotions. The coincidence with Som Pradosh strengthens both lunar and Shiva energies offering double spiritual benefit. It is very auspicious for those with afflictions of Moon Rahu Ketu or Saturn in their charts.

Aarti of Lord Shiva

(Translated meaning is embedded)

Part 1

Jai Shiv Onkara
Brahma Vishnu and Sadashiva manifest through you
Your divine consort remains by your side

Part 2

You appear in one four and five faced forms
You ride upon the vehicles of Brahma Vishnu and Shiva

Part 3

Your forms with many arms fascinate all beings
You represent the three gunas and attract the three worlds

Part 4

You wear garlands of rudraksha forest flowers and skulls
Moon sandal and musk adorn your forehead
Rishis Garuda and the ganas accompany you

Part 5

You hold the kamandalu chakra and trident
You create sustain and dissolve the universe
Brahma Vishnu and Mahesh are united within you

Emotional message

Monthly Shivratri is a spiritual journey of devotion, austerity and inner awakening. The observance brings courage, harmony, clarity and the grace of Shiva. Observing the June 2025 Shivratri with dedication invites serenity, spiritual light and auspicious results.

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FAQs

• When is the Monthly Shivratri in June 2025
It falls on Monday 23 June 2025.

• What is the auspicious timing
From 12:07 AM to 12:48 AM on 24 June.

• Why is this Shivratri special
It coincides with Som Pradosh making the merit stronger.

• Why is four Prahar worship important
Each Prahar evokes a different form of Shiva and deepens the spiritual effect.

• Who benefits most from this vrat
Those facing Moon Rahu Ketu or Saturn related issues in their horoscope.