There is great spiritual importance in Hindu religion when Rohini Nakshatra falls on Monday. The day is considered highly meritorious to offer prayers to Mahadev Shiva and Goddess Parvati. It is believed that those wishing to get married will have their wishes fulfilled on the day. It is also an ideal day for propitiating Chandra, the moon god, especially by those facing difficulties due to bad positioning of Chandra Navagraha.
Fasting and prayers are offered on the day for long life and
health of wife, husband and family members. It is believed that prayers on the
day will help in solving family problems.
Two mantras that should be chanted on the day are ‘Om Namah
Shivaya Shivaya Namah’. Another mantra that is chanted on the day is ‘Om Hreem
Umaya Namah.’
The main offering on the day are white color flowers and
Bilva leaves.
Those wishing to observe fast on the day should avoid all
kind of non-vegetarian food starting from Sunday. It is a complete fast on
Monday from sunrise to sighting of moon. One can have fruits and milk while
fasting.
The person fasting on the day should wear Bhasma and Kumkum
on the forehead.