Major festivals coming in the month of August
Month of Sawan
In Hinduism, the month of Sawan is dedicated to Lord Shiva. This month, special worship is done in Shiva temples. Shiva devotees keep fasts on Mondays and worship Lord Shiva.
Varalakshmi Vrat
Every year, the fast of Mother Varalakshmi is observed on the last Friday of the Shravan month. It is believed that this fast provides good luck and prosperity to the person. Due to the effect of Varalakshmi Vrat, poverty ends a person's life, and many of his future generations also lead a happy life. In the year 2025, Varalakshmi Vrat will be observed on 8th August, Friday.
Rakshabandhan
The festival of Rakshabandhan is celebrated every year on the full moon day of Shukla Paksha of Shravan month. This festival is a symbol of brother-sister love. On this day, sisters tie a Rakhi on the wrists of their brothers. In the year 2025, the festival of Rakshabandhan will be celebrated on 9th August, Saturday.
Remedies:
- Sisters tie rakhi and pray for their brothers' protection.
- Chant "Om Hayagrivaya Namah" for intelligence and success in studies.
- Donate books or stationery.
Gayatri Jayanti
According to religious texts, Goddess Gayatri appeared on Ekadadhi Tithi of Shukla Paksha of Jyeshtha month. Gayatri Jayanti is celebrated on this occasion. Mother Gayatri is called Vedmata, that is, all the Vedas originated from her. In the year 2025, Gayatri Jayanti will be on 9th August, Saturday.
Remedy: Chant the Gayatri Mantra 108 or 1008 times. Ideal for cleansing sins and karmas.
Narali Purnima
Narali Purnima festival is mainly celebrated in the coastal areas of South India, which is dedicated to Lord Varuna, the god of the sea. This festival is celebrated with great gaiety like other festivals like Shravan Purnima, Raksha Bandhan and Kajari Purnima. Let us tell you that the word Narali means coconut, and Purnima means the night of the full moon. In the year 2025, Narali Purnima will be celebrated on 9th August, Saturday.
Shravan Purnima
The full moon date falling in the month of Shravan is considered to be especially fruitful. On this day, the moon appears with full phases, so worshiping the moon along with Vishnu Puja on this day gives relief from Chandra Dosh. In the year 2025, Shravan Purnima will be celebrated on 9th August, Saturday.
Kajri Teej
Kajari Teej fast is observed on the Tritiya Tithi of Krishna Paksha of Bhadrapada month. It is also called Badi Teej and Saturi Teej. Let us tell you that Kajari Teej comes three days after Raksha Bandhan. On this festival, there is a law to worship Lord Shankar and Mother Parvati. Married women keep fast on this day and pray for a long life and a happy life for their husband and children. In the year 2025, Kajari Teej will be celebrated on 12th August, Tuesday.
Remedy: Fasting and worship of the Neem tree. Offer sweet dishes made of sattu (roasted gram flour).
Naag Panchami
Panchami falling in the Shukla Paksha of Shravan month is celebrated as Nag Panchami. This festival is very important for the people of the Hindu religion. On this day, there is a ritual of worshiping the Nag Devta, the Gan of Lord Shiva. On the occasion of Nag Panchami, the worship of five snake deities like Vinetki, Karakat, Anant, Takshak and Kaliya is said to be especially important. Worshiping snakes on this day removes the fear of snakes and brings happiness and prosperity. In the year 2025, Nag Panchami will be celebrated on 13th August, Wednesday.
Janmashtami
This is the birthday of Lord Krishna. Lord Krishna is worshipped on this day. Krishna Janmashtami is celebrated in homes. In the year 2025, Shri Krishna Janmashtami will be celebrated on 16 August, Saturday.
Ganesh Chaturthi
Ganesh Chaturthi is celebrated on the Chaturthi of Krishna Paksha of Bhadrapada month. On this day, the idol of Lord Ganesha is installed and worshipped for 10 days. In the year 2025, Ganesh Chaturthi will be celebrated on 27 August, Wednesday.
Remedy: Offer durva grass, modak, and chant "Om Gan Ganapataye Namah" 108 times.
Rishi Panchami
According to the Hindu calendar, Rishi Panchami fast is observed every year on the Panchami Tithi of Shukla Paksha in the month of Bhadrapada. It is believed that the blessings of the Sapta Rishis are received due to the effect of this fast, and one gets rid of the sins and faults caused by the unintentional mistake made by women during menstruation. In the year 2025, Rishi Panchami will be celebrated on 28 August, Thursday.
Radha Ashtami
Described in the scriptures as the beloved of Shri Krishna, the birth date of Radha Rani is celebrated fifteen days after the birth of Shri Krishna, which is called Radha Ashtami. In the year 2025, Radha Ashtami will be celebrated on 31 August, Sunday.
Paryushan Parvarambh
The great festival of the Jain community, Paryushan, is called the king of festivals. In Jainism, the birth anniversary of Radha Rani is celebrated fifteen days after the birth of Shri Krishna.
Ekadashi fast:
12 August 2025 (Tuesday)
Aja Ekadashi (Krishna Paksha, Bhadrapada)
Significance: A powerful day to erase past sins and karmic baggage.
Remedy: Fast and chant the Vishnu Sahasranama. Donate white rice and curd to Brahmins.
29 August 2025 (Friday)
Parivartini Ekadashi / Vamana Ekadashi
Significance: Lord Vishnu changes his side during Yoga Nidra. Fasting helps spiritual transformation.
Remedy: Chant Vamana Stotra, avoid grains, and perform deep daan at temples.
Pradosh fast:
13 August 2025 (Wednesday)
Pradosh Vrat (Trayodashi, Krishna Paksha)
Significance: Dedicated to Lord Shiva. The best time to worship is during Pradosh Kaal (evening twilight).
Remedy: Offer belpatra, raw milk, and chant "Om Namah Shivaya" 108 times.
Astrological remedies for August 2025:
- Planetary Focus: Venus and Mars may influence emotional imbalances; perform water and fire-based remedies like jal abhishek and diya lighting.
- Mantra of the Month: “Om Namo Bhagavate Vasudevaya” – for peace, prosperity, and spiritual protection.
- Donation Ideas: Donate clothes, ghee, jaggery, or copper items on festivals based on tithi.
- General Remedy: Light a ghee lamp near the Tulsi plant every evening for family harmony.
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