Pradosh Vrat Katha and Puja Vidhi – Happiest Day of Lord Shiva
Pradosh Vrat is also known as Pradosham and marks as a major sacred observation by the followers of Sanatana Dharm. The Pradosh fasting and rituals are observed on the 13th day of a lunar fortnight which is dedicated to Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati. Why Observe Pradosh Vrat? It is believed that Lord Shiva is extremely happy during this period and blesses all his devotees and fulfills their wishes during the Pradosh period on Trayodashi day. Shiva devotees perform Pradosh for attaining moksha and fulfilling their dreams. When To Observe Pradosh Vrat? Pradosh Vrat worship is done in the evening on the Trayodashi tithi of both lunar fortnights – Shukla and Krisha Paksha. These are the 13th tithi or the lunar days from the new moon or full moon; Amavasya and Poornima. Pradosh Vrat is basically of five types. Nitya Pradosh – This vrat is observed every evening between the period of sunset, till all the stars are visible in the sky. Paksha Pradosh – This vrat is observ...