Shukravar Pradosh Puja: A Path to Fortune and Spiritual Bliss
Shukravar Pradosh Puja hold immense significance for devotees seeking Lord Shiva’s blessings and improvement in fortune. Observed on the Trayodashi Tithi of each fortnight, Pradosh Vrat falling on a Friday is called Shukravar Pradosh. Worshipping Lord Shiva on this day grants prosperity, success, and fulfillment of desires. Devotees fast throughout the day and perform rituals during the Pradosh Kaal in the evening, offering Bilva leaves, milk, and lighting lamps.
Shukravar Pradosh Puja Muhurat
Tithi: Trayodashi Tithi of Shukla or Krishna Paksha
Muhurat: Evening Pradosh Kaal (check local Panchang for timing)
Day: In 2025, Shukravar Pradosh Vrat, dedicated to Lord Shiva, will be observed on the following Fridays:
- April 25, 2025
- May 9, 2025
- September 5, 2025
- September 19, 2025
How to Perform Shukravar Pradosh Puja
Step-by-Step Rituals:
- Morning Preparations: Take a holy bath and wear clean clothes.
- Fasting: Observe a fast throughout the day, consuming only fruits and water.
- Evening Puja: Begin rituals during Pradosh Kaal by lighting lamps and chanting mantras.
- Bilva Leaves Offering: Offer Bilva leaves, milk, and fruits to Lord Shiva’s idol or Shivling.
- Recite Pradosh Vrat Katha: Listen to or recite the story associated with Pradosh Vrat.
- Aarti and Prasad: Conclude the puja with Shiva Aarti and distribute Prasad among family members.
Benefits of Shukravar Pradosh Puja
Spiritual and Material Rewards:
- Improved Fortune: Enhances luck and good fortune.
- Divine Blessings: Receives Lord Shiva’s special blessings for happiness and prosperity.
- Wealth and Abundance: Brings financial stability and prosperity.
- Child Blessings: Grants progeny and ensures their well-being.
- Marital Bliss: Brings harmony and peace to married life.
- Obstacle Removal: Eliminates challenges and hurdles from life.
- Spiritual Growth: Promotes spiritual advancement and devotion.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. What is Shukravar Pradosh Vrat?
It is a fast observed on a Friday during the Trayodashi Tithi to seek Lord Shiva’s blessings.
2. Who can observe this vrat?
Both men and women, married or unmarried, can observe this vrat.
3. Why is the Bilva tree important in this puja?
The Bilva tree is considered sacred and highly dear to Lord Shiva.
4. What is the significance of Pradosh Kaal?
Pradosh Kaal is an auspicious time in the evening, ideal for Lord Shiva’s worship.
5. What are the benefits of this vrat?
It brings prosperity, success, health, and the fulfillment of desires.
6. Can this puja be done online?
Yes, we offer online puja services performed by experienced priests.
7. How is the fast broken?
The fast is concluded after the evening puja with fruits and Prasad.
8. Is Shukravar Pradosh beneficial for career growth?
Yes, this puja helps remove career obstacles and ensures professional success.
Puja Services
We provide Shukravar Pradosh Puja services both online and offline, conducted by expert priests. Contact us for details.