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2023 Pradosh Vrat Dates, Timings

If seeking blessings from Shiva then the Pradosh Vrat is what you need to do as a devotee. In South India, this Vrat dedicated to God Shiva is generally known as Pradosham.

The lunar month is marked by both the Trayodashi Thithis. One is the Shukla Paksha Trayodashi and the other is Krishna Paksha Trayodashi. One may observe Pradosh Vrat on both these Tithis during the lunar month although some people are particular about the difference and stick to their choice of preference for the Pradosh Vrat.

Depending on the day the Pradosham falls on, its name changes. For instance, on a Monday it becomes Soma Pradosham, the Tuesday one is known as Bhauma Pradosham, while the Saturday Pradosham becomes Shani Pradosham. The start of Pradosh Kaal begins once the sun sets in.

Therefore the best time for Pradosham Vrat is when the Trayodashi Thithi occurs within the Pradosh Kaal. Puja for the deity Shiva is most auspicious when Trayodashi Thithi and Pradosh time cross each other.

  • Sunday – Bhanu Vaara Pradosh (will attain longevity)
  • Monday – Soma Pradosh ( Desires will come true)
  • Tuesday – Bhauma Pradosh (Improves health conditions and brings prosperity)
  • Wednesday – Saumya Pradosh (Blessed with knowledge and wisdom)
  • Thursday – Guruvara Pradosh (Invokes blessings from Ancestors)
  • Friday – Bhrigu Vaara Pradosh (Eliminates Negativity from Life)
  • Saturday – Shani Pradosh (Retrieves lost health and seek Promotion)

Things To Do on Pradosh Vrat Day:

  1. Before Sunset take bath and puja should be performed
  2. The best time for Puja is before Sunset and is Considered Auspicious.
  3. Kalasha is kept on Darbha grass and is filled with water.
  4. Abhishek is performed to Shivling.
  5. Offering Bilva leaves on Pradosh day is considered highly auspicious.
  6. Must listen to Shiva Purana or pradosh vrat Katha.
  7. Maha Mrityunjaya Mantra is enchanted 108 times.
  8. After Puja, water from Kalasha partakes and devotees apply the Sacred ash on their Forehead.
  9. Devotees Must visit Shiva Temples after Puja.
  10. Even lighting a single lamp on this day is Highly rewarding.

It is celebrated twice a month on the 13th day of the lunar fortnight, known as Trayodashi. The Pradosh Vrat is observed during the evening, between sunset and the end of twilight. 2023 Pradosh Vrat Dates are as follows:

2023 Pradosh Vrat Dates:

Pradosh Vrat/ Pradosham in January:
Wednesday 04 January Pradosh Vrat {Shukla Paksha Pradosham} 5:33 to 8:18
Thursday 19 January Pradosh Vrat {Krishna Paksha Pradosham} 5:45 to 8:27

Pradosh Vrat/ Pradosham in February:
Thursday 02 February Pradosh Vrat {Shukla Paksha Pradosham} 5:56 to 8:35
Saturday 18 February Shani Pradosh Vrat {Krishna Paksha Pradosham} 6:09 to 8:01

Pradosh Vrat/ Pradosham in March:
Saturday 04 March Shani Pradosh Vrat {Shukla Paksha Pradosham} 6:18 to 8:48
Sunday 19 March Pradosh Vrat {Krishna Paksha Pradosham} 6:27 to 8:52

2023 Pradosh Vrat Dates

Pradosh Vrat/ Pradosham in April:
Monday 03 April Soma Pradosh Vrat {Shukla Paksha Pradosham} 6:36 to 8:55
Monday 17 April Soma Pradosh Vrat {Krishna Paksha Pradosham} 6:43 to 8:58

Pradosh Vrat/ Pradosham in May:
Wednesday 03 May Pradosh Vrat {Shukla Paksha Pradosham} 6:53 to 9:03
Wednesday 17 May Pradosh Vrat {Krishna Paksha Pradosham} 7:01 to 9:07

Pradosh Vrat/ Pradosham in June:
Thursday 01 June Pradosh Vrat {Shukla Paksha Pradosham} 7:10 to 9:13
Thursday 15 June Pradosh Vrat {Krishna Paksha Pradosham} 7:16 to 9:18

Pradosh Vrat/ Pradosham in July:
Saturday 01 July Shani Pradosh Vrat {Shukla Paksha Pradosham} 7:18 to 9:21
Friday 14 July Pradosh Vrat {Krishna Paksha Pradosham} 7:17 to 9:21
Sunday 30 July Pradosh Vrat {Shukla Paksha Pradosham} 7:09 to 9:16

Pradosh Vrat/ Pradosham in August:
Sunday 13 August Pradosh Vrat {Krishna Paksha Pradosham} 6:58 to 9:09
Monday 28 August Soma Pradosh Vrat {Shukla Paksha Pradosham} 6:43 to 8:59

Pradosh Vrat/ Pradosham in September:
Tuesday 12 September Bhauma Pradosh Vrat {Krishna Paksha Pradosham} 6:26 to 8:46
Wednesday 27 September Pradosh Vrat {Shukla Paksha Pradosham} 6:08 to 8:33

Pradosh Vrat/ Pradosham in October:
Wednesday 11 October Pradosh Vrat {Krishna Paksha Pradosham} 5:52 to 8:22
Thursday 26 October Pradosh Vrat {Shukla Paksha Pradosham} 5:37 to 8:12

Pradosh Vrat/ Pradosham in November:
Friday 10 November Pradosh Vrat {Krishna Paksha Pradosham} 5:26 to 8:05
Friday 24 November Pradosh Vrat {Shukla Paksha Pradosham} 7:06 to 8:03

Pradosh Vrat/ Pradosham in December:
Sunday 10 December Pradosh Vrat {Krishna Paksha Pradosham} 5:20 to 8:05
Sunday 24 December Pradosh Vrat {Shukla Paksha Pradosham} 5:25 to 8:11

2023 Pradosh Vrat Dates, Timings

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