Mumbai: Today, Thursday, 27 March 2025, marks the observance of Guru Pradosh Vrat, a highly auspicious fast dedicated to Lord Shiva. Observed on the Trayodashi Tithi (13th lunar day) of both the Krishna and Shukla Paksha every month, Pradosh Vrat is considered spiritually rewarding for devotees seeking divine blessings, peace, and prosperity. As today’s vrat coincides with a Thursday, it is known as Guru Pradosh, aligning the energies of both Lord Shiva and the planet Jupiter (Guru), symbolising wisdom and spiritual elevation.
On this sacred day, devotees fast, chant mantras, and offer prayers to Lord Shiva during the Pradosh Kaal – the twilight period just after sunset – which is considered the most spiritually potent time for Shiva worship. Observing the vrat with devotion is believed to bring happiness, financial stability, and remove obstacles from life.
Pradosh Puja Muhurat
According to the Hindu Panchang, the Trayodashi Tithi began at 1:42 AM today and will end at 11:03 PM. The auspicious Pradosh Puja Muhurat is from 6:35 PM to 8:57 PM, during which devotees are encouraged to perform special rituals and prayers to Lord Shiva.
Pradosh Vrat Puja Vidhi
Devotees observing the vrat should wake up early, bathe, and wear clean clothes. After taking a vow to fast, the puja area should be cleansed and sanctified with Gangajal. A Shiva Linga should be placed in a vessel and bathed with Panchamrit – a mixture of milk, curd, honey, sugar, and ghee. Offerings of Bel leaves, Hibiscus (Gudhal), Aak, and Madar flowers should be made.
Devotees are also encouraged to offer kheer made with makhana and rice, chant Shiva mantras, recite Shiv Purana and the Shiv Tandav Stotram, and listen to the Pradosh Vrat Katha. Worship of Lord Shiva and his family in the evening, especially during Pradosh Kaal, is essential, followed by aarti to conclude the rituals.
What to Eat and Avoid During the Fast
Those observing a phalahar vrat (fruit-based fast) may consume items like bananas, apples, green gram, milk, curd, singhara halwa, sabudana khichdi, and kuttu puris. Dry fruits and coconut water are also permitted. Devotees must avoid onion, garlic, grains, red chilli, non-vegetarian food, and alcohol. Use of regular salt should be avoided – only rock salt is recommended.
Dos and Don’ts for the Day
1. Follow the vrat with true devotion and maintain cleanliness at home and temples.
2. Avoid arguments, negative thoughts, and disrespectful behaviour, especially towards women.
3. Refrain from offering Ketaki flowers or broken rice to Lord Shiva.
4. Engage in charity – donating milk, fruits, clothes, grains, and black sesame seeds is considered highly auspicious.
5. Mantras to Chant Today:
- Om Namah Shivaya
- Om Mahadevaya Namah
- Om Parvati Namah
- Om Tryambakam Yajamahe Sugandhim Pushtivardhanam |
Urvarukamiva Bandhanan Mrityor Mukshiya Maamritat ||
Spiritual Importance of Pradosh Vrat
Pradosh Vrat is believed to please Lord Shiva and bless devotees with happiness, good health, wealth, and relief from debts. It is especially auspicious for unmarried women seeking an ideal life partner. The vrat also brings peace and harmony in family life.
Pradosh Vrat Parana
The fast is traditionally broken the next morning. Hence, Guru Pradosh Vrat Parana will take place tomorrow, 28 March 2025, after sunrise, following a bath and simple morning puja.
(Disclaimer: The information provided is based on traditional beliefs and religious texts. News9 Live does not independently verify the religious significance of these rituals.)
Today marks Guru Pradosh Vrat, dedicated to Lord Shiva and Guru Brihaspati. Learn about puja muhurat, rituals, fasting rules, dos and don’ts, and powerful Shiva mantras. Spirituality Lifestyle News -Fashion Trends, Beauty Tips, Celebrity Party News, Relationship advice, Travel and Food Tips
