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What Is Pradosh Vrat?

The Pradosh Vrat is dedicated to Lord Shiva. It is a Hindu religious festival celebrated twice every month: during the Shukla Paksha and the Krishna Paksha.

During Pradosh Vrat tithi, devotees fast from sunrise to sunset and perform puja to Lord Shiva and his family. The devotees offer milk, honey, fruits, and flowers to the idol’s statue.

Also, people light lamps and sing devotional songs praising the deity. They visit Lord Shiva temples on this day and perform Abhishekam.

Types of Pradosh Vrat

Based on different days of the week, a Pradosh Vrat is classified into different types. The Pradosh Vrat list is as follows:

• Ravi Pradosh/ Bhanu Pradosh: When Pradosh Vrat falls on a Sunday, it is this type of fasting. Lord Shiva is worshipped on this day to please Lord Sun.
• Som Pradosh: This type of Pradosh falls on a Monday. It is observed that we should ask for Lord Moon’s favours.
• Bhaum Pradosh: This Pradosh occurs on Tuesday and is performed to avoid the harmful effects of the planet Mars.
• Saumyavara Pradosh: This Pradosh type occurs on a Wednesday and is conducted to please Mercury and be blessed with knowledge.
• Guruvara Pradosh: This Pradosha type falls on Thursday and is dedicated to the planet Jupiter.
• Bhruguvara Pradosh: It happens on a Friday and is devoted to the planet Venus.
• Shani Pradosh: A Pradosh is called a Shani Pradosh when it is honoured on a Saturday, and Puja is performed to impress Lord Shani.

What Is The Pradosh Vrat Mythological Story?

These are the two most interesting and famous mythological stories about Pradosh Vrat tithi that add importance to this auspicious occasion.

Samudra Manthan

Pardosh Vrat Mythology is also famously known as Pradosh Vrat Katha. It takes us to the famous story of “Samudra Mathan” or “Churning of the Sea”.

The holy Skanda Purana mentions all the Gods and Demons or Devas and Asuras who churned the sea (Samundra Manthan) for Amrit to attain immortality.

This was done with the help of the King of Serpents, Vasuki. As a result, poison from Vasuki's body got scattered in the sea. Lord Shiva came and drank the whole poison to save the universe from destruction. This day was marked as Pradosh.

The Tale Of Lord Shiva And The Moon God

The Moon God, also known as Chandra or Soma, got into trouble when his father-in-law, Daksha Prajapati. Daksha cursed Chandra, causing his body to go to waste and the world to fall into darkness.

Chandra asked Lord Brahma for guidance to save himself, who advised him to seek Lord Shiva's blessings. Chandra self-punished himself for six months, requesting Lord Shiva for mercy and rescue. Lord Shiva partially relieved his curse.

After that, Chandra could wax and wane, restoring balance to the universe. The special occasion of Trayodashi during Pradosh Kaal marked the end of Chandra's punishment and the bestowal of Lord Shiva's blessings.

What Are The Pradosh Vrat Rituals And Practices?

Here are the rules and tips for performing the Pradosh vrat. Read below to learn more.

• One popular Pradosh Vrat Vidhi is to stay up all night and pray to Lord Mahadev (Shiva). This also includes a 24-hour vrat (fast). You break your fast the next day in the morning after taking a bath.
• The easiest way is to eat fruits from morning until evening. After attaining the aarti in the Pradosh Kaal (90 minutes before sunset to 60 minutes after), you can complete your fast by eating Prashad, then later with cooked food and water.
• During the Pradosh Kaal, Lord Shiva is expected to descend from his throne and perform yoga poses. Hence, making special offerings and performing puja during this time can please him the most.
• Special vrat, katha, and Satsang are performed in the name of Lord Shiva on this day to please him, as it’s believed that Lord Shiva is easily pleased during this period.
• You must also perform spiritual activities such as bathing and reciting sacred hymns before performing the vrat and rituals, as these cleanse your mind, body, and soul, making you pure from within.

What Are The Pradosh Vrat Benefits​?

Here are the unique Pradosh Vrat benefits and all the rituals, wholeheartedly and with purity and devotion.

• Strengthening Moon’s Placement: Keeping Pradosh Vrat corrects the moon’s placement in a Janam kundli. This, in turn, improves health, finances, relationships and work status.
• Resolve Family Issues: This auspicious vrat is believed to help resolve marital disputes and sufferings.
• Overcome Health Concerns: People with major health issues and huge debt also benefit.
• Grants Children and Money: According to the Shiva Purana, it also benefits those seeking a child, money (dhan), or career goals.

Conclusion

The Pradosh Vrat is a sacred observance dedicated to Lord Shiva. Observing this vrat is believed to bring blessings, wash away sins, and fulfil both material and spiritual desires. It is a powerful time for sincere devotion and meditation on the Destroyer of Evil.

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