Monday सोमवार
Ruled by Chandra (Moon) · dedicated to Lord Shiva · colour White
Monday (सोमवार) is ruled by Chandra (Moon) and dedicated to Lord Shiva. The Moon (Chandra) governs the mind, emotions, the mother and fluids. Its colour is white, and it is traditionally favourable for emotions, water, travel and nurturing.
Key takeaways
- Ruling planet: Chandra (Moon); deity: Lord Shiva.
- Favourable for emotions, water, travel and nurturing.
- The Somvar vrat — and the sixteen-Monday Solah Somvar vrat — is kept for Shiva's blessings and a good spouse.
- Lucky colour: White.
Monday at a glance
| Ruling planet | Chandra (Moon) |
| Deity | Lord Shiva |
| Colour | White |
| Favourable for | emotions, water, travel and nurturing |
Ruling planet of Monday
The Moon (Chandra) governs the mind, emotions, the mother and fluids. The character of Chandra (Moon) colours everything the day favours.
Deity and worship on Monday
Lord Shiva and Chandra are worshipped with a milk-and-water abhishekam and the chant Om Namah Shivaya.
Monday vrat (fasting)
The Somvar vrat — and the sixteen-Monday Solah Somvar vrat — is kept for Shiva's blessings and a good spouse.
Vrats and special days on Monday
Beyond the weekly Monday vrat, several observances arise when a particular tithi or nakshatra coincides with Monday — the weekday lends its planet's power to the day.
- Somvar Vrat — a weekly fast for Lord Shiva — white offerings and a single meal
- Sawan (Shravan) Somvar — the Mondays of Shravana, holiest for Shiva worship and the Kanwar Yatra
- Solah Somvar Vrat — the sixteen-Monday vrat, often begun for marriage and family wishes
- Somvati Amavasya — an Amavasya falling on Monday — especially auspicious for ancestral rites
These recur through the year on shifting dates; check the calendar, the festivals list or your local panchang for the next occurrence.
Remedies on Monday
Offer milk and water on the Shivling, wear a pearl in silver, and donate white items such as rice and milk. Remedies are supportive practices; a gemstone should be worn only after consulting a qualified astrologer.
What to avoid on Monday
Some devotees avoid consuming milk on Mondays, as it is offered to Shiva. These are traditional customs and vary by family and region.
Monday timings and Rahu Kaal
The weekday fixes the day's inauspicious windows. On Monday, look up the exact Rahu Kaal, Yamaganda and Gulika for your city, and pick an auspicious choghadiya for important work. See all weekdays or the panchang guide.
Weekday customs follow tradition and vary by region and family; for personal remedies consult a qualified astrologer.
Common questions
Which planet and deity rule Monday?
Monday (सोमवार) is ruled by Chandra (Moon) and dedicated to Lord Shiva.
What is the Monday vrat?
The Somvar vrat — and the sixteen-Monday Solah Somvar vrat — is kept for Shiva's blessings and a good spouse.
What should be done on Monday?
Lord Shiva and Chandra are worshipped with a milk-and-water abhishekam and the chant Om Namah Shivaya. It is favourable for emotions, water, travel and nurturing.
What should be avoided on Monday?
Some devotees avoid consuming milk on Mondays, as it is offered to Shiva.
When is Rahu Kaal on Monday?
Rahu Kaal falls at a fixed eighth-part of the day set by the weekday; look up your city's exact Monday Rahu Kaal on the Rahu Kaal pages.