Budhwar Pradosh Puja
Budhvar Pradosh Puja are highly significant for obtaining Lord Shiva’s blessings and achieving success in all endeavors. Pradosh Vrat is observed on the Trayodashi Tithi of both Shukla Paksha and Krishna Paksha every month. When this fast falls on Wednesday, it is called Budhwar Pradosh Vrat. Devotees observe fasting throughout the day and perform Lord Shiva’s worship during the Pradosh Kaal in the evening. This puja includes chanting special mantras, offering Bilva leaves, lighting lamps, and performing milk abhishek.
Significance of Budhwar Pradosh Puja
Divine Benefits of This Vrat and Puja
- Success in work: It helps in achieving success in all kinds of tasks.
- Lord Shiva’s grace: Brings divine blessings and protection from negativities.
- Wealth and prosperity: Enhances financial growth and prosperity.
- Child happiness: Blesses with children and ensures their well-being.
- Marital bliss: Brings peace and happiness in married life.
- Removal of obstacles: Eliminates all hurdles in life.
- Spiritual growth: Enhances religious and spiritual progress.
- Victory over enemies: Provides protection from enemies and evil forces.
- Property gain: Aids in acquiring land, vehicles, and wealth.
- Career success: Brings professional growth and success.
- Mental peace and balance: Enhances inner peace and stability.
- Destruction of sins: Helps in overcoming past karmic debts.
- Positive energy: Attracts positive vibes and harmony.
- Family welfare: Ensures the prosperity of the entire family.
- Longevity: Grants a healthy and long life.
- Joyful life: Fulfills life with happiness and contentment.
- Freedom from diseases: Helps in curing ailments and ensuring good health.
- Fulfillment of desires: Grants all wishes and aspirations.
- Boosts confidence: Increases self-confidence and inner strength.
- Path to salvation: Leads towards ultimate liberation and enlightenment.
Budhwar Pradosh Puja Muhurat 2025
Performing this puja during the Pradosh Kaal, which occurs 45 minutes before and after sunset, is highly auspicious.
In 2025, the Budhwar Pradosh Vrat (Pradosh Vrat falling on Wednesdays) will be observed on the following dates:
- March 26, 2025 (Wednesday)
- Pradosh Kaal (Auspicious Time): 7:12 PM to 9:30 PM
- Trayodashi Tithi: Begins at 3:12 PM on March 26 and ends at 12:33 PM on March 27
- April 9, 2025 (Wednesday)
- Pradosh Kaal (Auspicious Time): 7:27 PM to 9:38 PM
- Trayodashi Tithi: Begins at 12:25 PM on April 9 and ends at 2:30 PM on April 10
- August 20, 2025 (Wednesday)
- Pradosh Kaal (Auspicious Time): 7:00 PM to 9:15 PM
- Trayodashi Tithi: Begins at 1:58 PM on August 20 and ends at 12:44 PM on August 21
Budhwar Pradosh Puja Procedure
- Morning preparations: Wake up early and take a holy bath.
- Fasting: Observe a fast throughout the day.
- Lord Shiva’s worship: Perform abhishek with milk, honey, and water.
- Chanting mantras: Recite Shiva mantras like “Om Namah Shivaya”.
- Offering Bilva leaves: Place Bilva leaves and flowers on the Shivling.
- Deep Daan: Light lamps and incense sticks.
- Evening prayers: Worship Lord Shiva during Pradosh Kaal.
- Listening to Pradosh Katha: Read or listen to the Pradosh Vrat Katha.
- Aarti and Prasad: Perform Aarti and distribute prasad.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. What is Budhwar Pradosh Vrat?
It is a special Pradosh Vrat observed on Wednesday to seek Lord Shiva’s blessings and success in all endeavors.
2. When should Budhwar Pradosh Puja be performed?
It should be done during the Pradosh Kaal (around sunset time) for the best results.
3. What are the benefits of this puja?
It brings success, financial prosperity, good health, marital happiness, and spiritual growth.
4. Can anyone observe this fast?
Yes, both men and women can observe this fast, irrespective of age.
5. Is there any specific food restriction?
Devotees should avoid onion, garlic, non-vegetarian food, and alcohol on this day.
6. What offerings are made to Lord Shiva?
Bilva leaves, water, milk, honey, and flowers are offered to Shivling.
7. Can I perform this puja at home?
Yes, it can be done at home or our temple with proper rituals.
8. How can I book an online Budhwar Pradosh Puja?
We offer online and offline puja services conducted by experienced priests for maximum benefits.
This puja is highly beneficial for achieving success, prosperity, and divine blessings from Lord Shiva. 🙏