Pradosha or Pradosham (ప్రదోషం) is a bimonthly occasion on the thirteenth day of every fortnight in Hindu calendar (panchang. It is closely connected with the worship of Hindu god Lord Shiva. The auspicious 3 hour period, 1.5 hours before and after the sunset is one of the optimum time for worship of Lord Shiva. The fast or vow performed during the period is called "Pradosha vrata". A devotee should wear rudraksha, Vibhuti and worship Lord Shiva by Abisheka, Sandal paste, Bilva leaves, Fragrance, Deepa Naivaedyaas (Food offerings). Here you can find dates and timings of pradosha. Below given timings are for AP and Telangana region. For other places please refer our English Panchanga or Telugu Panchangam Page for local Pradosha timings.
Date/ Name | Pradosha Time |
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Pradosha dates in January 2024 | |
January 9, 2024, Tuesday Bhauma Pradosham | 05:54 PM to 09:09 PM |
January 23, 2024, Tuesday Bhauma Pradosham | 06:03 PM to 09:15 PM |
Pradosha dates in February 2024 | |
February 7, 2024, Wednesday Budha Pradosham | 06:11 PM to 09:20 PM |
February 21, 2024, Wednesday Budha Pradosham | 06:17 PM to 09:23 PM |
Pradosha dates in March 2024 | |
March 8, 2024, Friday Shukra Pradosham | 06:22 PM to 09:24 PM |
March 22, 2024, Friday Shukra Pradosham | 06:25 PM to 09:23 PM |
Pradosha dates in April 2024 | |
April 6, 2024, Saturday Shani Pradosham, Shani Trayodashi | 06:28 PM to 09:23 PM |
April 21, 2024, Sunday Bhanu Pradosham | 06:31 PM to 09:22 PM |
Pradosha dates in May 2024 | |
May 5, 2024, Sunday Bhanu Pradosham | 06:35 PM to 09:23 PM |
May 20, 2024, Monday Soma Pradosham | 06:40 PM to 09:26 PM |
Pradosha dates in June 2024 | |
June 4, 2024, Tuesday Bhauma Pradosham | 06:45 PM to 09:30 PM |
June 19, 2024, Wednesday Budha (Soumya) Pradosham | 06:50 PM to 09:33 PM |
Pradosha dates in July 2024 | |
July 3, 2024, Wednesday Budha (Soumya) Pradosham | 06:52 PM to 09:36 PM |
July 19, 2024, Friday Sukra Pradosham | 06:50 PM to 09:36 PM |
Pradosha dates in August 2024 | |
August 1, 2024, Thursday Guru Pradosham | 06:46 PM to 09:34 PM |
August 17, 2024, Saturday Shani Pradosham, Shani Trayodashi | 06:38 PM to 09:29 PM |
August 31, 2024, Saturday Shani Pradosham, Shani Trayodashi | 06:28 PM to 09:22 PM |
Pradosha dates in September 2024 | |
September 15, 2024, Sunday Bhanu (Ravi) Pradosham | 06:15 PM to 09:13 PM |
September 29, 2024, Sunday Bhanu (Ravi) Pradosham | 06:04 PM to 09:05 PM |
Pradosha dates in October 2024 | |
October 15, 2024, Tuesday Bhauma Pradosham | 05:52 PM to 08:57 PM |
October 29, 2024, Tuesday Bhauma Pradosham | 05:43 PM to 08:51 PM |
Pradosha dates in November 2024 | |
November 13, 2024, Wednesday Budha (Soumya) Pradosham | 05:38 PM to 08:49 PM |
November 28, 2024, Thursday Guru Pradosham | 05:37 PM to 08:50 PM |
Pradosha dates in December 2024 | |
December 13, 2024, Friday Shukra Pradosham | 05:40 PM to 08:55 PM |
December 28, 2024, Saturday Shani Pradosham, Shani Trayodashi | 05:48 PM to 09:03 PM |
Pradosha Vrata is a significant observance in Hinduism dedicated to Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati. It occurs on the thirteenth day (Trayodashi) of both the lunar fortnights in a traditional Hindu calendar. Here are two perspectives on Pradosha Vrata:
Devotional Aspect: Pradosha Vrata is a time for deep devotion and worship of Lord Shiva. Devotees believe that during this period, Lord Shiva performs the cosmic dance, the Tandava, which symbolizes creation, preservation, and destruction. Engaging in prayers and rituals during Pradosha is thought to invoke the blessings of Lord Shiva for spiritual growth and liberation from the cycle of birth and death.
Mythological Perspective: According to Hindu mythology, the Pradosha time is when Lord Shiva drank the poison Halahala that emerged during the churning of the ocean (Samudra Manthan) to save the universe. Observing Pradosha Vrata is a way to express gratitude to Lord Shiva for this selfless act and seek his protection and benevolence.
Fasting and Worship: Devotees observe a fast from sunrise to sunset on Pradosha days. The fast is broken after performing Shiva Puja during the Pradosha Kala, which is 1.5 hours before and after sunset. The rituals include offering Bilva leaves, bathing the Shiva Lingam with milk, honey, and water, and chanting mantras and hymns to praise Lord Shiva.
Community Gatherings: In many temples, special pujas and bhajans are organized. Devotees gather to participate in these events, sing devotional songs, and listen to stories and discourses on Lord Shiva. It's a time for communal prayer and seeking spiritual enlightenment together.
Observing Pradosha Vrata is believed to bring peace, prosperity, and happiness, as well as the fulfilment of desires and the removal of sins and obstacles in life.
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