The Pradosh vrat is a popular Hindu vrat that is
dedicated to Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati. The Pradosha vrat or Pradosham is
observed twice in the lunar month as per the Hindu calendar. This fast is
observed on the Trayodashi (13th day) of both the Krishna Paksha (Amavasya) and
Shukla Paksha (Poornima). The work ‘pradosh’ in Hindi means the dusk of the
evening tide or early night. As this sacred vrat is observed during the
‘Sandhyakaal’ that is the evening twilight, it is called as the Pradosh vrat.
The Pradosh Vrat is observer in honour of Lord
Shiva and Devi Parvati. In some parts of India, the disciples worship the
Nataraj form of Lord Shiva on this day. As per the Skanda Puran there are two
different methods of fasting on the Pradosh vrat. in the first method, the
devotes observe strict fast for whole day and night, that is, 24 hours and
which also includes keeping a vigil at night. In the second method the fasting
is observed from the sunrise until sunset, and the fast is broken after
worshipping Lord Shiva in the evening.
Significance of Pradosha Vrat:
The benefits of the Pradosha vrat are explicitly mentioned in the
Skanda Purana. It is said that one who observes this revered fast with devotion
and faith is bound to possess contentment, wealth and good health. This vratham
is also observed for spiritual upliftment and fulfilment of one’s desires. The
Pradosha vrat has been greatly lauded by the Hindu scriptures and is held very
sacred for the followers of Lord Shiva. It is a known fact that even a single
glance of the deity on this propitious day will end all your sins and bestow
you with bountiful blessings and good fortune.
The benefits of the Pradosha vrat varies according to the day it
falls on. The different names and respective benefits of Pradosha vrat is given
below:
- Som Pradosha Vrat: It falls on a Monday
and hence it is called as ‘Som Pradosha’. By observing the vrat on this
day, the devotees will become a positive thinker and all their desires
will come true.
- Bhaum Pradosha Vrat: When the Pradosham
falls on a Tuesday it is called as ‘Bhaum Pradosh’. The devotees will get
cure from their health problems and also improve their physical health.
The Bhaum Pradosh vrat also brings prosperity.
- Saumya Vaara Pradosha Vrat: The Saumya
Vaara Pradosha falls on a Wednesday. The devotees on this auspicious day
seek fulfilment of their wished and are also blessed with knowledge and
wisdom.
- Guruvaara Pradosha Vrat: It falls on a
Thursday and by observing this fast, the devotees are able to put an end
to all their existing dangers. Furthermore the Guruvaara Pradosha Vrat
also invokes blessings from the Pitru or the ancestors.
- Bhrigu Vaara Pradosha Vrat: When the
Pradosha vrat is observed on a Friday, it is called as the ‘Bhrigu Vaara
Pradosha vrat’. This vrat will bring you all the contentment and success
by eliminating the negativities from your life.
- Shani Pradosha Vrat: The Shani Pradosha
falls on a Saturday is considered to be very important of all the Pradosha
vrats. The individual who observes the vrat on this day will be able to
revive his lost wealth and also seek promotion.
- Bhaanu Vaara Pradosha Vrat: It falls on a
Sunday and the benefit of Bhaanu Vaara Pradosha Vrat is that the devotees
will attain longevity and peace by observing the fast on this day.
- On the day of Pradosham, the twilight
period that is the time just before sunrise and sunset is considered to be
auspicious. All the prayers and pujas are observed during this time only.
- One hour before the sunset, the devotees
take a bath and get ready for the puja.
- A preliminary puja is performed where Lord
Shiva is worshipped along with Goddess Parvati, Lord Ganesh, Lord Kartik
and Nandi. After which there is a ritual where Lord Shiva is worshipped
and invoked in a sacred pot or ‘Kalasha’. This Kalasha is kept on the
darbha grass with lotus drawn on it and is filled with water.
- In some places, the worship of the
Shivling is also performed. The Shivling is given a bath with sacred
substances like milk, curd and ghee. The puja is performed and the
devotees offer Bilva leaves on the Shivling. Some people also use a
picture or painting of Lord Shiva for worshipping. It is believed that
offering Bilva leaves on the day of Pradosha vrat is highly auspicious.
- After this ritual, the devotees listen to
the Pradosha vrat katha or read stories from the Shiva Purana.
- The Maha Mrityunjaya Mantra is enchanted
108 times.
- After the puja is over, the water from the
Kalasha is partaken and the devotees apply the sacred ash on their
forehead.
- After the puja, most of the devotees visit
the Lord Shiva temples for darshan. It is believed that lighting even a
single lamp on the day of Pradosham is very rewarding.
2016 Dates :
07 January
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(Thursday)
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Pradosh Vrat
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21 January
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(Thursday)
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Pradosh Vrat
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06 February
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(Saturday)
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Pradosh Vrat
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20 February
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(Saturday)
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Pradosh Vrat
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06 March
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(Sunday)
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Pradosh Vrat
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20 March
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(Sunday)
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Pradosh Vrat
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05 April
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(Tuesday)
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Pradosh Vrat
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19 April
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(Tuesday)
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Pradosh Vrat
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04 May
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(Wednesday)
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Pradosh Vrat
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19 May
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(Thursday)
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Pradosh Vrat
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02 June
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(Thursday)
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Pradosh Vrat
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17 June
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(Friday)
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Pradosh Vrat
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02 July
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(Saturday)
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Pradosh Vrat
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17 July
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(Sunday)
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Pradosh Vrat
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31 July
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(Sunday)
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Pradosh Vrat
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15 August
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(Monday)
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Pradosh Vrat
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29 August
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(Monday)
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Pradosh Vrat
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14 September
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(Wednesday)
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Pradosh Vrat
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28 September
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(Wednesday)
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Pradosh Vrat
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13 October
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(Thursday)
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Pradosh Vrat
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27 October
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(Thursday)
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Pradosh Vrat
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12 November
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(Saturday)
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Pradosh Vrat
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26 November
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(Saturday)
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Pradosh Vrat
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11 December
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(Sunday)
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Pradosh Vrat
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26 December
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(Monday)
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Pradosh Vrat
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