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Ravi Pradosh Vrat 2026 Date: Pradosh fast is considered very auspicious for worshiping Lord Shiva. This fast, which comes every month, has special significance for Shiva devotees. In the year 2026, the last Pradosh fast of Ashadh month will be observed on 26th July, Sunday. This time because it falls on Sunday, it will be called Ravi Pradosh Vrat. The special thing is that Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga is also being formed on this day, due to which the importance of this fast and worship increases manifold. It is believed that by worshiping Lord Shiva in this auspicious coincidence, obstacles in life are removed and one is blessed with happiness and prosperity.
When is the last Pradosh fast of Ashadha?
According to the Panchang, the Trayodashi tithi of Ashadha Shukla Paksha will start on 26 July 2026 at 1:57 pm and will end on 27 July 2026 at 4:14 pm. In Pradosh fast, not the rise date but the Pradosh period is considered the basis. Therefore, the last Pradosh fast of the month of July will be observed on 26th July, Sunday.
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Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga is being formed on Ravi Pradosh
This time on Ravi Pradosh fast, an auspicious coincidence of Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga is also taking place. This yoga will start from 7:34 am on July 26 and will continue till 5:40 am on July 27. In astrology, Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga is considered very auspicious. In this yoga, it is believed that by worshiping Lord Shiva, chanting, donating and fasting, one gets auspicious results. This yoga is considered to fulfill desires and bring success in work.
How to worship Ravi Pradosh fast?
On the day of Ravi Pradosh, wake up early in the morning, take bath and wear clean clothes. Take a pledge to fast the whole day and remember Lord Shiva. In the evening, during Pradosh period, go to Shiva temple or worship Lord Shiva as per the rituals in the home temple. Offer water, Ganga water, milk, curd, honey, Belpatra, Dhatura, hemp, white sandalwood and Akshat on Shivalinga. After this, chant Shiv Chalisa, Shiv Panchakshari Mantra Om Namah Shivay and finally perform Aarti of Lord Shiva by lighting a ghee lamp.
Do this auspicious work during Ravi Pradosh fast
Donating food, clothes or money to needy people on the day of Ravi Pradosh is considered auspicious. Along with Lord Shiva, offering Arghya to Sun God is also considered beneficial. On this day one should avoid anger, lies and insulting anyone. Worship done with devotion and true heart pleases Lord Shiva quickly.
What is the result of Pradosh fast?
It is believed that by observing Ravi Pradosh fast one gets special blessings of Lord Shiva. This brings happiness and prosperity in the house, removes diseases and troubles, creates chances of success in career and business and fulfills the desires of the mind. People who observe Pradosh Vrat regularly have positive energy and mental peace in their lives.
Importance of Ravi Pradosh fast
According to religious beliefs, Pradosh Vrat is dedicated to Lord Shiva and Mother Parvati. It is believed that the devotees who observe this fast with complete rituals, their life problems go away and happiness and peace remain in the family. Ravi Pradosh fast is considered especially auspicious for health, respect, success and long life. By the grace of Lord Shiva, negative energy is removed and positive changes start coming in life.
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