Monday
सोमवार • Somavara
"Day of the Moon"
Ruler: Moon
Water (Jala)
Northwest
Sattvic
Soma (Moon/Nectar) + Vara (day) = Day ruled by the Moon
Ruler
Moon
Primary Deity
Lord Shiva
Element
Water (Jala)
Direction
Northwest
Guna
Sattvic
Nature
Soft/Movable (Mridu/Chara)
Temperament
Cold, Moist, Feminine
Tattva
Jala (Water)
Lord Shiva
The Moon (Chandra) adorns Lord Shiva's head. Shiva is called Chandrashekhar (one who wears the Moon). Monday is the most sacred day for Shiva worship.
Secondary Deities
Goddess Parvati
Chandra Dev
Correspondences
Color
Primary:
White
Secondary Colors
Silver
Cream
Light Blue
Pearl White
Colors to Avoid
Red
Black
Moon represents purity, calmness, and coolness
| Gemstone | Pearl (Moti) |
| Alternate Gems | Moonstone, White Coral |
| Gem Weight | Minimum 4 Ratti |
| Metal | Silver |
| Grain | Rice (Chawal) |
| Tree | Palash (Flame of Forest), Khirni |
| Animal | Deer, Rabbit |
| Taste | Salty (Lavana) |
| Fabric | Cotton, Silk (white) |
Flowers
White Lotus
Jasmine
White Rose
Lily
Body Parts
Mind
Breasts
Stomach
Blood
Left eye (male)
Right eye (female)
Lymphatic system
Auspicious & Inauspicious Activities
Auspicious Activities
- Starting new work and ventures — Moon's movable nature supports new beginnings
- Travel, especially by water — Moon rules travel and movement
- Wearing new clothes — Moon governs appearance and public image
- Meeting influential and helpful people — Moon represents public relations
- Agricultural activities and planting — Moon governs growth and nurturing
- Water-related work and businesses — Moon's element is water
- Buying silver, pearls, or white items — These are Moon's correspondences
- Shiva worship and temple visits — Monday is Shiva's day
- Mental peace and meditation activities — Moon rules the mind
- Mother-related matters — Moon is the karaka (significator) for mother
- Dairy and food business — Moon represents nourishment
- Marriage (in many traditions) — Moon is gentle and supports relationships
Inauspicious Activities
- Harsh or aggressive activities — Moon is gentle and soft
- Litigation and legal battles — Moon prefers harmony over conflict
- Surgery (unless emergency) — Moon affects blood and bodily fluids
- Activities requiring confrontation — Moon's nature is receptive, not aggressive
- Heavy construction or demolition — Moon's energy is delicate
- Fire-related rituals (major ones) — Moon's element is water, opposite of fire
Hora System
| Ruling Sunrise Hora | Moon |
| Best Horas | 1st, 8th, 15th, 22nd |
| Activities | Travel, public dealing, emotional decisions, mother-related work |
Hora Sequence (from sunrise)
Moon
Saturn
Jupiter
Mars
Sun
Venus
Mercury
Remedies & Practices
Daily Practices
- Worship Lord Shiva with milk, water, and bel leaves
- Recite Om Namah Shivaya 108 times
- Offer water to Shiva Lingam
- Meditate on the Moon
Donations (Daan)
| Items | Rice, White cloth, Silver, Milk, Curd, Camphor |
| Recipient | Brahmins, elderly women, or temples |
| Time | Evening, preferably during Moon rise |
Fasting (Vrat)
| Type | Solah Somvar Vrat (16 Mondays) is most popular |
| Food | One meal with milk products, fruits |
| Avoid | Non-vegetarian food, garlic, onion |
Mantras
Beej Mantra
Om Shraam Shreem Shraum Sah Chandramase Namah
Vedic Mantra
Om Som Somaya Namah
Shiva Mantra
Om Namah Shivaya
Count Mantra
11000 (minimum for full remedy), 108 (daily)
| Clothing | Wear white, cream, or silver colored clothes |
| Charity | Donate to orphanages, old age homes, mental health organizations |
Health
Focus Areas
Mind
Emotions
Body fluids
Breasts
Stomach
Sleep
| Ailments | Mental stress, fluid retention, digestive issues, insomnia |
| Treatment | Good day for mental health treatments, counseling |
| Avoid | Emotional decisions, swimming in deep water |
Profession
Favorable Professions
- Dairy industry
- Liquid and beverage businesses
- Hospitality and hotels
- Public relations and customer service
- Silver and pearl trade
- Nursing and caregiving
- Psychology and counseling
- Shipping and maritime
Professional Activities
- Client meetings
- Public announcements
- Marketing campaigns
- Team building activities
Spiritual Practices
- Shiva puja with Rudrabhishek
- Chanting Om Namah Shivaya
- Meditation and mindfulness
- Chandra mantra japa
- Fasting for Shiva
| Temples | Visit Shiva temples, especially Jyotirlingas |
| Yantra | Chandra Yantra, Shiva Yantra |
| Benefits | Emotional stability, mental peace, mother's blessings |
Classical References
| Brihat Parashara Hora Shastra | Chandra (Moon) is the queen of planets, represents mind, mother, and public |
| Jataka Paarijaata | Monday is suitable for beginning journeys, wearing new clothes, and Shiva worship |
| Muhurta Chintamani | Somavara is a Chara (movable) day suitable for activities requiring movement and change |
Regional Variations
| North India | Solah Somvar Vrat very popular for marriage blessings |
| South India | Pradosh Vrat when Monday falls on specific tithis |
| Maharashtra | Shiva temples crowded on Mondays |
| Kashmir | Highly sacred due to strong Shaivite tradition |
Modern Relevance
| Office | Good for team meetings, client presentations |
| Business | Ideal for launching customer-facing products |
| Personal | Best day for self-care, emotional healing, family time |
Astronomical Note
The Moon completes its cycle around Earth in approximately 27.3 days (sidereal) or 29.5 days (synodic). It is Earth's only natural satellite and the fifth-largest moon in the solar system.
