Tithi: Shukla Trayodashi
Paksha: Shukla Paksha (Waxing Phase of the Moon)
Month: Pausha
🕉️ Spiritual Significance
Pradosh Vrat, observed on the Trayodashi Tithi (13th lunar day), is one of the most sacred fasts dedicated to Lord Shiva. The term “Pradosh” means “evening twilight” — the most auspicious time to worship Shiva and Parvati together.
Shukla Paksha Pradosh Vrat is also known as Bhanu Pradosh when it falls on a Saturday, and observing it helps devotees attain peace, prosperity, and freedom from negative karma.
🌼 Rituals and Observances
- Devotees observe a fast from sunrise to sunset and break it only after performing the evening Shiva Puja during the Pradosh Kaal (around 1.5 hours before and after sunset).
- Offerings include milk, curd, honey, bilva leaves, white flowers, and sandalwood paste.
- Chanting “Om Namah Shivaya” and reciting the Shiva Chalisa or Pradosh Vrat Katha enhances the spiritual effect of the fast.
- Visiting a Shiva temple or performing Abhishekam (ritual bathing) on the Shivalinga with panchamrit (five sacred substances) is highly meritorious.
🌙 Benefits of Observing Pradosh Vrat
- Removes sins and past life doshas.
- Brings mental peace, good health, and happiness.
- Grants divine blessings of Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati for household harmony.
- Those desiring success in endeavors or seeking relief from obstacles observe this vrat with deep devotion.
🕯️ Mantra for the Day
“Om Ugraya Sahasrabahave Namah”
This mantra invokes Lord Shiva’s power to destroy ignorance and grant enlightenment.
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