Mumbai: The holy month of Sawan, dear to Lord Shiva, is in full swing. Each day of this sacred period is marked by various festivals and fasts. Among these, the Pradosh Vrat, observed on the Trayodashi Tithi of the Shukla Paksha in Sawan, holds special significance. Devotees believe that worshipping Lord Shiva with full devotion on Pradosh Vrat day brings special blessings. This fast, named after the day it falls on, is considered particularly effective for fulfilling desires. This year, the last Pradosh Vrat of Sawan falls on a Saturday, making it Shani Pradosh Vrat.
Sawan Shani Pradosh Vrat 2024 Date
According to the Hindu calendar, the last Pradosh Vrat of Sawan will be observed on the Trayodashi Tithi of the Shukla Paksha in the month of Sawan. The Trayodashi Tithi begins on August 17 at 8:05 AM and ends on August 18 at 5:51 AM. Therefore, the Pradosh Vrat will be observed on August 17, Saturday. Since this fast falls on a Saturday, it is also called Shani Pradosh Vrat.
Auspicious Yogas on Shani Pradosh Vrat
This Shani Pradosh Vrat is considered very auspicious due to the formation of two auspicious yogas. Preeti Yoga will be present from the morning until 10:48 AM, followed by Ayushman Yoga from August 17 until 7:51 AM on August 18.
The auspicious time for performing the puja on Sawan’s Shani Pradosh Vrat is between 6:58 PM and 9:09 PM, giving devotees a 2-hour and 11-minute window for the rituals.
Importance of Shani Pradosh Vrat
According to mythological beliefs, Shani Pradosh Vrat holds immense significance. It is believed that by worshipping Lord Shiva and Shani Dev with proper rituals on this day, childless couples are blessed with children. Additionally, with the blessings of Shani Dev, all pending tasks begin to get accomplished. Those troubled by Shani’s Sade Sati or Shani’s Dhaiya are especially encouraged to observe Shani Pradosh Vrat. Devotees who observe this fast with full devotion are said to be relieved from all sorrows, experiencing happiness, prosperity, and wealth in their homes.
This year, the Shani Pradosh Vrat in Sawan promises to be an auspicious event for devotees seeking divine blessings and fulfilment of their desires.
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