During the 'Shiva-Khata' session at the 'AajTak Dharma Sansad' event held in Ujjain, known as the city of Mahakal, KathaVachak Mahesh Giri participated. In his address, he highlighted the importance of the month of Sawan and emphasized why bathing Shiva in water holds special significance during this period.
In his presentation, Mahesh Giri detailed the religious significance of Lord Shiva and the act of jalabhishek. He noted that according to sacred scriptures, Lord Shiva greatly favors water, making the water bath particularly important during the month of Sawan.
Mahesh Giri referenced scriptural mentions stating that 'Jaldhara Shiva Priyam' (The stream of water is beloved by Shiva). He explained that Goddess Ganga descended from the feet of Lord Vishnu and settled in the hair of Lord Shiva. This is why Shiva is considered to have a special connection with water. According to the scriptures, all water existing in the world is regarded as a form of Ganga, so pouring water on Lord Shiva is considered a very pious act.
The month of Sawan is the period within the four months of the rainy season when the highest amount of rainfall occurs. This is why this month is revered as the most beloved by Lord Shiva. According to the KathaVachak, Lord Shiva bestows special grace upon devotees who sincerely worship Shiva in Sawan.
Mentioning Chaturmas, Mahesh Giri noted that during this period, Lord Vishnu resides in a state of yoganidra in water. He added that in the tradition of Sanatana Hari and Har are considered inseparable. Consequently, the significance of water increases during Chaturmas, as it is believed that Lord Vishnu resides in it.
He also mentioned the Kavad Yatra pilgrimage procession, where devotees bring water from sacred rivers such as Ganga, Narmada, Shipra, and others to perform jalabhishek on Lord Shiva. In his opinion, when this sacred water, which is believed to contain the presence of God, is poured onto the shrine, Lord Shiva rejoices and fulfills the wishes of his devotees.