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Som Pradosh Vrat 2025 date: In Hindu religion, Pradosh Vrat is considered a very auspicious fast to receive the blessings of Lord Shiva. Pradosh means the time of evening, when day and night meet. It is believed that at this time Lord Shiva and Mother Parvati dance on Mount Kailash. Devotees who fast and worship with full devotion at this time attain happiness, prosperity, wealth and health. Especially by observing Som Pradosh fast, lunar defects are eliminated, mental peace is achieved and harmony is maintained in family life. It is said that due to the effect of this fast, all sins are destroyed by the grace of Lord Shiva.
Second Som Pradosh Vrat 2025 Auspicious Date
According to the Panchang, the Trayodashi tithi of Krishna Paksha of Margashirsha month will start at 4:47 am on November 17. Which will end the next day on November 18 at 7:12 am. Therefore, according to Udaya Tithi, the second Pradosh Vrat of November will be on Monday, 17 November 2025.
Simple worship method of Som Pradosh fast
on the day of Pradosh fast lord shiva It is considered most auspicious to worship during Pradosh period only. Wake up early in the morning, take bath and wear clean clothes. Take a pledge to fast. Keep fast throughout the day. Take bath again before worship in the evening. Then install the idol of Lord Shiva or Shivling at some quiet and holy place. Anoint Shivling with water, cow’s milk, curd, ghee, honey and Ganga water. Offer Belpatra (11 or 21), Dhatura, Bhang, Shami leaves, white sandalwood, Akshat (rice), and flowers to Mahadev.
Offer sixteen makeup items to Goddess Parvati. Light a ghee lamp and chant ‘Om Namah Shivay’ or Mahamrityunjay mantra 108 times. Read or listen to the story of Pradosh Vrat. At last, perform Aarti of Lord Shiva and Mother Parvati. After the puja, distribute Prasad and break the fast after sunrise on the next day, i.e. on 18th November.
Importance of Som Pradosh fast
By observing Som Pradosh fast one gets special blessings of Lord Shiva and Mother Parvati. All the troubles and sins of the devotees who observe this fast are removed. Monday is the favorite day of Lord Shiva. Therefore, by observing Som Pradosh fast, the defects related to Moon (like mental stress) are removed and one is blessed with good health and long life. It is believed that Som Pradosh fast is very fruitful especially for couples who wish to have a child. By fasting and worshiping with true heart, Lord Shiva fulfills all the wishes of the devotee and brings happiness, peace and prosperity in life.
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