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Lucknow. In the Hindu calendar and Sanatan Dharma, Pradosh Vrat is considered the best and most beneficial fast to get the blessings of Lord Shiva. Pradosh fast is observed on Trayodashi date of Krishna Paksha and Shukla Paksha of every month. According to a special religious report of TV9 Hindi, 26 July 2026 It is the Trayodashi date of Shukla Paksha of Ashadh month, which is of the month of Ashadh. last pradosh fast will be. Since this time Trayodashi Tithi is falling on Sunday, hence it is ‘Ravi Pradosh Vrat’ Will be known as. According to astrology and mythological texts, by observing Ravi Pradosh Vrat, a person not only gets the blessings of Mahadev, but by the grace of Sun God, he also gets respect in the society, good health and longevity.
Religious and spiritual importance of Ravi Pradosh fast
It is told in the scriptures that during Pradosh Kaal, Mahadev is in a very happy mood and dances in the Rajat Bhavan on Mount Kailash. The puja performed at this specific time yields manifold results:
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Blessing of health and longevity: Sunday is related to Sun God, who is responsible for soul, father and good health. When this holy combination of Sunday and Trayodashi occurs, both the Sun and the Moon become strong in the horoscope of the person observing the fast, due to which one gets relief from old diseases.
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mantle piece: People who regularly observe Pradosh Vrat, fear of the unknown, mental depression and poverty are completely eliminated from their lives.
Best and auspicious time for worship (Shubh Muhurat 2026)
According to the Vedic calendar, the beginning of Ashadha Shukla Trayodashi Tithi On July 26, 2026 at noon And it will end the next day. Since Pradosh Vrat is always worshiped after sunset i.e. during Pradosh Kaal, hence as per the rules of Udayatithi, this Vrat will be observed only on 26th July, Sunday.
Most special and beneficial for worshiping Mahadev on this day. Auspicious time from 07:12 pm to 09:18 pm Will remain. Worshiping Shiva within this period of two and a quarter hours is considered the best and most virtuous.
Simple and authentic worship method of Ravi Pradosh fast:
On the day of Pradosh Vrat, devotees should follow the following worship procedure with full devotion:
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Morning rule: On Sunday morning, wake up before sunrise and take bath and wear clean or white colored clothes. First of all, offer Arghya to the Sun God with a copper pot and take a pledge to fast.
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Sobriety throughout the day: Mantras of Lord Shiva by fasting or eating fruits throughout the day ‘Om Namah Shivay’ Keep chanting mentally. Do not criticize anyone on this day and avoid anger.
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Pradosh Kaal Puja: Before the auspicious time starts in the evening, take bath again or become pure by washing hands and feet. Go to the home temple or any Shiva temple and anoint the Shivalinga with Ganga water, raw cow’s milk, curd, honey and ghee (Panchamrit).
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Offer your favorite things: Apply sandalwood tilak to Mahadev, offer Akshat (whole rice), Belpatra, Dhatura, Bhang and Madar flowers. Offer makeup items to Goddess Parvati.
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Katha and Aarti: Light a lamp of pure desi ghee and listen or read ‘Ravi Pradosh Vrat Katha’. Finally, recite Shiv Chalisa and perform Aarti of Mahadev with camphor and distribute Prasad among everyone.