📅 December 17, 2025 – Budha Pradosh Vrat
Date: Wednesday, 17 December 2025
Tithi: Pausha, Krishna Trayodashi
Day: Wednesday
Budha Pradosh Vrat is a sacred fast observed in honor of Lord Shiva on the Trayodashi Tithi (13th day of the lunar fortnight) that falls on Wednesday (Budha). It is part of the Pradosh Vrat series, celebrated to seek Lord Shiva’s blessings for prosperity, health, and spiritual growth.
🔹 Significance of Budha Pradosh Vrat
- Devotional Importance: Dedicated to Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati, especially on Wednesday which represents Budha (Mercury).
- Spiritual Benefits: Observing this vrat brings peace of mind, removal of obstacles, and divine protection.
- Religious Merit: Fasting on this day is believed to eliminate sins, fulfill wishes, and improve personal and professional life.
🔹 Rituals and Observances
- Fasting:
- Devotees observe a day-long fast until the evening aarti. Some opt for a partial fast with fruits and milk.
- Evening Puja (Pradosh Kaal):
- The most important rituals are performed during Pradosh Kaal (evening twilight).
- Offer bilva leaves, flowers, fruits, and water to the Shiva Lingam.
- Chant Om Namah Shivaya and recite Shiva stotras.
- Charity and Good Deeds:
- Donate food, clothes, or essentials to the needy.
- Visiting Shiva temples and participating in community prayers is highly recommended.
- Aarti and Worship:
- Perform the Pradosh Aarti in the temple or at home, light lamps, and meditate on Lord Shiva’s blessings.
🔹 Benefits of Observing Budha Pradosh Vrat
- Removes negative energies and obstacles from life.
- Brings peace, prosperity, and spiritual growth.
- Strengthens faith and devotion among family members.
- Enhances career, education, and financial well-being through divine grace.
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