Mondays - or Somvar - are dedicated to Lord Shiva, the supreme yogi and destroyer of ignorance. One of the most sacred and powerful ways to connect with his energy is by chanting the mantra: "Om Namah Shivaya."

This five-syllable mantra (known as the Panchakshari Mantra) means "I bow to Shiva" - but its mysticism goes deeper. Each syllable - Na, Ma, Shi, Va, Ya -corresponds to the five elements: earth, water, fire, air, and ether. When chanted mindfully, it realigns your body with cosmic energy, bringing balance, clarity, and peace.

Mondays amplify this effect, as the Moon (Soma) - governing emotions and the mind - is ruled by Shiva. Chanting this mantra on Somvar helps calm emotional turbulence, enhance spiritual insight, and open the third eye of awareness.

Devotees often observe fasts and visit Shiva temples on this day, but even a quiet 108 recitations of 'Om Namah Shivaya' can create inner transformation. It's not just a chant - it's a vibrational gateway to Shiva's mystic presence.