Pradosh Vrat in December 2024: Auspicious date and rituals explained

Mumbai: The Shukra Pradosh Vrat is a significant spiritual observance dedicated to Lord Shiva. It is celebrated on the Trayodashi Tithi (13th day) of the Shukla Paksha (waxing phase of the moon) in the Margshirsha month of the Hindu calendar. On this auspicious day, devotees perform special rituals and prayers to seek blessings from Lord Shiva. It is believed that this vrat has the power to remove obstacles, alleviate suffering, and bring prosperity into one’s life. This year, the Margshirsha Shukra Pradosh Vrat holds special significance with its alignment of auspicious yogas.

December 2024 brings two Pradosh Vrats, and the Shukra Pradosh Vrat in Margshirsha is one of the most anticipated. It provides a spiritual opportunity for devotees to connect with the divine and experience peace and blessings. Let us explore the details of this vrat, including its date, puja timings, and the powerful yogas that amplify its importance.

December Shukra Pradosh Vrat 2024

As per the Vedic calendar, two Pradosh Vrats occur in December. The first Pradosh Vrat of December will fall on the Trayodashi Tithi of the Shukla Paksha in Margshirsha month. This is the second Pradosh Vrat of Margshirsha. There has been some confusion regarding whether this vrat will be observed on December 12 or December 13. Let’s clarify:

Start of Trayodashi Tithi: December 12, 10:26 PM
End of Trayodashi Tithi: December 13, 7:40 PM

Based on Udaya Tithi (the tithi at sunrise), Shukra Pradosh Vrat will be observed on December 13, 2024.

Shukra Pradosh Vrat 2024 Puja Timings

To ensure your prayers are performed at the most auspicious time, refer to the following puja timings:

Devotees will have approximately 2 hours and 14 minutes during the evening to perform the Pradosh Vrat puja.

Shukra Pradosh Vrat 2024 Shubh Yogas

This year, three auspicious yogas coincide with Shukra Pradosh Vrat, enhancing the spiritual significance of this day:

Ravi Yoga: Starts on December 13 at 7:50 AM and continues until December 14 at 5:48 AM. According to astrology, the presence of Ravi Yoga amplifies the sun’s power, removing doshas (flaws) from one’s horoscope.
Shiva Yoga: Forming on December 13, this yoga magnifies the blessings of Lord Shiva and ensures success in endeavours.
Siddha Yoga: Also present on December 13, this yoga aids in achieving spiritual and material goals effortlessly.

Significance of Shukra Pradosh Vrat

Observing Shukra Pradosh Vrat is believed to bring harmony, wealth, and good health to devotees. Performing the vrat with a pure heart and faith pleases Lord Shiva, who bestows blessings to remove hardships and fulfil desires.

Puja Vidhi for Shukra Pradosh Vrat

Here is a step-by-step guide to performing the puja:

1. Clean your home and puja area. Take a bath and wear clean, traditional attire.

2. Arrange a puja altar with an idol or picture of Lord Shiva. Place flowers, fruits, and other offerings.

3. Puja Rituals:

Light a diya (lamp) and offer bel leaves, flowers, fruits, and sweets to Lord Shiva.
Chant the Shiva Mantras, such as “Om Namah Shivaya”.
Recite the Pradosh Vrat Katha (story) if possible.
Perform aarti (ritual of light) to conclude the puja.

4. Devotees typically observe a fast from sunrise to sunset, breaking it after performing the evening puja.

Shukra Pradosh Vrat in Margshirsha is an auspicious occasion for devotees to seek blessings from Lord Shiva. The alignment of favourable yogas like Ravi Yoga, Shiva Yoga, and Siddha Yoga makes December 13, 2024, an especially powerful day for spiritual practices. By observing this vrat with dedication and faith, devotees can invite prosperity, peace, and divine grace into their lives.

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