When Is Pradosha Vrat? Know Date, Shubh Muhurat, Ritual And Legend Of Guru Pradosha

Guru Pradosha 2025: This fast is observed on both trayodashi (thirteenth day) tithis - Shukla Paksha Trayodashi and Krishna Paksha Trayodashi - in the lunar month. On this day, Lord Shiva is worshipped. When Trayodashi Tithi falls during Pradosha Kala, which begins after Sunset. The auspicious time to worship Lord Shiva is when Trayodashi Tithi and Pradosha time overlap. This month, Pradosha Vrat is falling on Thursday, March 27, hence, it will also be known as Guru Pradosha.

Pradosha Vrat 2025: Date & Time

Date - March 27, 2025
Pradosha Puja Muhurat - 6:36 PM to 8:56 PM
Trayodashi Tithi Begins - 1:42 AM on March 27, 2025
Trayodashi Tithi Ends - 11:03 PM on March 27, 2025

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Pradosha Vrat 2025: Rituals

On this day, devotees perform an abhishek of the Shiva linga by offering curd, milk, honey, bilva leaves and aak flowers. They say "Om Namah Shivay" and "Om Tryambakam Yajamahe" after abhishek. Conclude the puja by performing aarti and offering prasad to Lord Shiva. Devotees must break the fast the following day after completing the rituals. The Pradosha story is read out after the puja. To note: Take a bath one hour before sunset.

What is the legend of Pradosha Vrat?

According to mythology, during Pradosha devas approached Lord Shiva for help in getting rid of asuras. They ran around Kailasha, Shiva's abode, on trayodashi evening, and received help from Shiva's sacred bull, Nandi. He aided them in killing the asuras, and to mark this milestone, this day is celebrated by observing fast and seeking the blessings of Lord Shiva to solve their problems.

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