The auspicious occasion of Pradosh Vrat, commonly known as Pradosham in the southern parts of India, is celebrated to worship Lord Shiva. As per the Hindu Lunar calendar, the festival is observed twice a month, on both Trayodashi Tithi (13th day) on Shukla Paksha Trayodashi as well as on Krishna Paksha Trayodashi. Observing Pradosh Vrat is considered to be very promising and beneficial. Devotees eagerly wait for this auspicious day, as with this fast, all the person's wishes are fulfilled. This Vrat can be observed by anyone, irrespective of their gender and age.
When Pradosh Vrat is on a Monday, it is called Soma Pradosham Vrat. If it coincides with Thursday, it is known as Guru Pradosh Vrat, and if it falls on a Saturday, it is called Shani Pradosham Vrat. If it is on a Tuesday, it is termed as Bhauma Pradosham Vrat.
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The meaning of the word 'Pradosh' is the removal of sins. Devotees of Lord Shiva observe the Pradosh Vrat to seek his blessings and remove negative Karma caused by any mistakes or sins they may have made in the past. By observing this fast, devotees are also blessed with good health and fortune. It is commonly believed that by keeping this fast and praying to Lord Shiva, all your desires can get fulfilled.
On this auspicious day, many people also worship Goddess Parvati along with Lord Shiva. A traditional ritual also includes lighting a Diya in front of the idol of Lord Shiva or even visiting a Shiva Temple. It is believed that lighting even a single Diya on this day can be very rewarding. Devotees chant the Shiva Chalisa (a prayer for Lord Shiva) during the puja. The devotees also listen to Pradosh Vrat Katha on this day.
It is believed that devotees who observe this fast with devotion are bound to get contentment, bountiful wealth, good health, and blessings.
Pradosh Vrat can be an auspicious time to make some required changes in your life. For those facing troubles and problems in their lives, consult our expert astrologers on Astroyogi to learn what remedies can be carried out for a better life.
A list of Pradosh Vrat 2021 dates is mentioned below. Read to find all about it.
January 2021: Pradosh Vrat
10th January: Pradosh Vrat
26th January: Bhaum Pradosh Vrat
February 2021: Pradosh Vrat
9th February: Bhaum Pradosh Vrat
24th February: Pradosh Vrat
March 2021: Pradosh Vrat
10th March: Pradosh Vrat
26th March: Pradosh Vrat
April 2021: Pradosh Vrat
9th April: Pradosh Vrat
24th April: Shani Pradosh Vrat
May 2021: Pradosh Vrat
8th May: Shani Pradosh Vrat
24th May: Som Pradosh Vrat
June 2021: Pradosh Vrat
7th June: Som Pradosh Vrat
22nd June: Bhaum Pradosh Vrat
July 2021: Pradosh Vrat.
7th July: Pradosh Vrat
21st July: Pradosh Vrat
August 2021: Pradosh Vrat
5th August: Pradosh Vrat
20th August: Pradosh Vrat
September 2021: Pradosh Vrat
4th September: Shani Pradosh Vrat
18th September: Shani Pradosh Vrat
October 2021: Pradosh Vrat
4th October: Som Pradosh Vrat
17th October: Pradosh Vrat
November 2021: Pradosh Vrat
2nd November: Bhaum Pradosh Vrat
16th November: Bhaum Pradosh Vrat
December 2021: Pradosh Vrat
2nd December: Pradosh Vrat
31st December: Pradosh Vrat