Shravan Somvar Vrat Udyapan
Blessings for the Whole Year

1. Laghu Rudrabhishek

This is the central part of the Udyapan. The Pandit creates a vivid atmosphere of divinity by chanting the Rudram (Namakam and Chamakam) from the Yajur Veda. The Shivalinga is bathed continuously with:

• Milk: For long life and progeny.
• Curd: For prosperity.
• Ghee: For Moksha and health.
• Honey: For music and arts.
• Sugar Cane Juice: For destruction of sorrow.

2. Bilvashtakam & Pushpanjali

Offering 108 Bel Patra (Bilva leaves) with the chanting of the Bilvashtakam mantra ("Tridalam Trigunakaram..."). Each leaf is offered upside down as per tradition.

3. The Havan

A sacred fire ritual where 108 ahutis of 'Kheer' (Rice Pudding) and 'Til' (Sesame) are offered with the 'Maha Mrityunjaya Mantra'. This protects the devotee from untimely death and accidents.

4. Shodashopchar Puja

Offering 16 items of luxury to the Lord, including Itra (perfume), Janeu (sacred thread), and Naivedya (Food offering).

5. Brahmin Bhojan

Ideally, 11 Brahmins are fed, representing the 11 Rudras. If not possible, at least one Brahmin couple is fed and given Dakshina and clothes.