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Guru Pradosh Vrat Dates: Pradosh fast has special significance in Hindu religion. This fast is considered to be the best way to get the blessings of Lord Shiva. Two Pradosh fasts are falling in the month of May 2026 and the special thing is that both of them are falling on Thursday. Since Pradosh fast is on Thursday, it will be called Guru Pradosh. According to religious beliefs, observing Guru Pradosh fast not only leads to victory over enemies but also destroys all the troubles of life. Let us know about the date, auspicious time and method of worship of these two fasts in the month of May.
May 2026 Pradosh Vrat Calendar (May 2026 Pradosh Vrat Dates)
First Pradosh Vrat: 14 May 2026 (Guru Pradosh)
This fast will be observed on Trayodashi date of Krishna Paksha of Jyeshtha month. The coincidence of Guru Pradosh is considered to bring blessings of ancestors and health benefits.
- Start of Trayodashi Tithi: 14th May, 11:20 am
- Trayodashi tithi will end: May 15, at 08:31 am.
- Auspicious time of worship: It would be best to worship Lord Shiva in the evening during Pradosh period.
Second Pradosh Vrat: 28 May 2026 (Guru Pradosh)
second of may pradosh fast It will fall in the Shukla Paksha of Jyeshtha month. This fast is fruitful for happiness, prosperity and attainment of knowledge.
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- Trayodashi Tithi Start: 28th May, 07:56 am
- Trayodashi Tithi completion: May 29, at 09:50 am.
- Special coincidence: If both Pradosh fasts are observed on Thursday, you will receive the blessings of both Devguru Brihaspati and Mahadev simultaneously.
Worship method of Pradosh Vrat (Pradosh Vrat ki Puja Vidhi)
During Pradosh Vrat, evening time (Pradosh Kaal) is most important for worship. On this day, wake up early in the morning, take bath and wear clean clothes. Take a pledge to fast in front of Lord Shiva. Anoint the Shivalinga with Ganga water, milk, curd, ghee and honey Panchamrit by going to Shiva temple or at home. Offer Belpatra, Dhatura, Akshat, white sandalwood and flowers to Mahadev. Light a ghee lamp during Pradosh period. Then listen or read the fast story of Guru Pradosh and finally perform the aarti of Lord Shiva.
Importance of Pradosh Vrat
Pradosh Vrat is considered the best means to obtain the blessings of Lord Shiva and Mother Parvati. According to religious beliefs, worshiping Lord Shiva in the evening on this day provides relief from troubles and obstacles in life, removes diseases, defects and negative energy. Problems related to marriage, children and career get solved and there is happiness, peace and prosperity in the house.
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