Fasting on Mondays – Benefits
- Kundliguru
- 10 hours ago
- 2 min read
In Vedic tradition, Monday (Somvar) holds immense spiritual and astrological importance. It is dedicated to Lord Mahadev (Shiva) and is ruled by the Moon (Chandra). Observing a fast on Mondays is not just a religious practice—it is also a powerful remedy to balance emotions, strengthen the mind, and improve life experiences governed by the Moon.
Let us understand why Monday fasting is considered so beneficial.
1. Monday is the Day of Mahadev
Lord Shiva is known as the controller of the mind and emotions. Worshipping Mahadev on Mondays through fasting, prayers, and mantra chanting brings:
Mental peace
Emotional stability
Relief from stress and anxiety
Inner strength and clarity
Devotees believe that fasting on Mondays pleases Lord Shiva and removes obstacles related to health, marriage, and personal growth.
2. Monday is Ruled by the Moon (Chandra)
In astrology, the Moon is the most important planet because it governs:
Mind and emotions
Mental health
Mood swings
Memory and intuition
Motherly energy and nurturing nature
Fasting on Mondays helps strengthen the Moon, especially if it is weak, afflicted, or placed in difficult nakshatras in the birth chart.
3. Moon Governs Planetary Transits
While planetary transits occur through zodiac signs, their actual impact on a person is judged through the Moon sign (Chandra Rashi).
This means:
A strong Moon helps you handle planetary transits better
A weak Moon increases emotional distress during transits
By fasting on Mondays, you empower your Moon, making planetary transits less stressful and more manageable.
4. Moon Nakshatra Changes Daily
The Moon changes its nakshatra almost every day, which means everyone goes through good and bad nakshatras on alternate days.
Bad nakshatras may cause:
Delays in work
Lack of focus
Emotional disturbance
Sudden obstacles or confusion
Regular Monday fasting helps reduce the negative impact of unfavorable Moon nakshatras and supports smoother progress in daily life.
5. Moon Governs One’s Nature and Personality
Your nature (swabhav) is governed by the Moon. It includes both positive and negative traits such as:
Good qualities:
Compassion
Calmness
Sensitivity
Emotional intelligence
Negative qualities:
Mood swings
Overthinking
Fear and insecurity
Emotional dependency
Fasting on Mondays gradually:
Enhances positive qualities
Tones down negative emotional patterns
Improves self-control and mental discipline
6. Health and Emotional Benefits of Monday Fasting
From a holistic perspective, Monday fasting also helps in:
Detoxifying the body
Improving digestion
Balancing hormones
Reducing anxiety and depression
Enhancing emotional resilience
A calm Moon leads to a healthy mind and body.
Conclusion
Fasting on Mondays is a simple yet powerful practice that benefits both spiritually and astrologically. By strengthening the Moon, you gain emotional stability, mental clarity, and protection from unfavorable planetary influences.
Whether done for devotion to Mahadev or for astrological balance, Somvar Vrat helps align your mind, body, and destiny in a positive direction.
“A strong Moon creates a calm mind, and a calm mind creates a successful life.”
