Pradosh Vrat has great importance in Sanatan Dharma. This fast is dedicated to Lord Shiva and Mother Parvati and is kept twice a month. On the day of Pradosh fast, offering prayers methodically, Lord Shiva gets special grace, which brings happiness, prosperity and success in life. According to Pandit Anand Bhardwaj of Ujjain, the last Pradosh Vrat of June will be celebrated as Som Pradosh this time.
When will Som Pradosh fast be held?
According to the Vedic almanac, the Trayodashi date of Ashadh Krishna Paksha will begin on June 23, Monday, which will end at 10:19 pm on the same day. On this basis, Som Pradosh fast will be kept on 23 June, because both day and date are considered auspicious for Pradosh fast.
Meaning and importance of som Pradosh
When Trayodashi date comes on Monday, it is called Som Pradosh. Keeping this fast gives the desired fruit. A person who is disturbed by the state of the inauspicious moon in his horoscope should especially observe this fast regularly. Apart from this, Pradosh Vrat is also considered extremely fruitful for getting children.
Rules and worship method of Pradosh fast
It is necessary to take care of certain rules while following Pradosh fast:
Bathing and Sankalp: Get up early in the morning on the day of Pradosh and take a bath with cleanliness. After this, take an arghya to the Sun God and take a pledge to fast.
Cleaning of the place of worship: Clean the place of worship thoroughly and prepare for worship of Lord Shiva.
Abhishek from Panchamrit: Abhishek the idol of Lord Shiva or Shivling with Panchamrit (milk, curd, ghee, honey and Ganges water).
Worshiping Shiva family: Worship Goddess Parvati, Lord Ganesha and Lord Kartikeya with law and order.
Bali and Ahuti: Belpatra, flowers, incense, lamps etc. offer to Lord Shiva.
Text of Pradosh Vrat Katha: Read the story of Pradosh Vrat, which attains the importance and virtue of fasting.
Aarti and Shiva Chalisa: At the end of worship, perform the Aarti of Lord Shiva and read Shiva Chalisa.
Parana of fasting: After the fast is completed, pass the fast.
Spiritual importance of Pradosh Vrat
Pradosh Vrat is considered to be the best way to get compassion and grace of Lord Shiva. By doing this, the sins of a person are destroyed, prosperity comes in human life and wishes are fulfilled. The moon of the person who follows Pradosh fast is strong, which also provides mental peace and health benefits. If you want peace, prosperity and success in your life, then definitely perform Pradosh Vrat with reverence and devotion. Worshiping Lord Shiva and Mother Parvati by this fast not only brings spiritual strength, but also causes prosperity in family and personal life. Som Pradosh Vrat, which came on Monday, June 23, brought the message of happiness and blessings for you this time.