Pradosh Vrat 2023
25 occurrences in 2023 • Vancouver • Deity: Shiva and Parvati
All Occurrences — 25 Pradosh Vrat occurrences in 2023
| # | Date | Day | Paksha | Tithi Ends | Pradosh Kaal | Name |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 03 Jan 2023 | Tuesday | Shukla | — | 03:41 PM – 05:11 PM | Bhauma Pradosh (Tuesday) |
| 2 | 19 Jan 2023 | Thursday | Krishna | — | 04:03 PM – 05:33 PM | Guru Pradosh (Thursday) |
| 3 | 02 Feb 2023 | Thursday | Shukla | — | 04:25 PM – 05:55 PM | Guru Pradosh (Thursday) |
| 4 | 17 Feb 2023 | Friday | Krishna | — | 04:50 PM – 06:20 PM | Bhrigu / Shukra Pradosh (Friday) |
| 5 | 04 Mar 2023 | Saturday | Shukla | — | 05:15 PM – 06:45 PM | Shani Pradosh (Saturday) |
| 6 | 19 Mar 2023 | Sunday | Krishna | — | 05:38 PM – 07:08 PM | Ravi Pradosh (Sunday) |
| 7 | 03 Apr 2023 | Monday | Shukla | — | 06:01 PM – 07:31 PM | Som Pradosh (Monday) |
| 8 | 17 Apr 2023 | Monday | Krishna | — | 06:22 PM – 07:52 PM | Som Pradosh (Monday) |
| 9 | 02 May 2023 | Tuesday | Shukla | — | 06:45 PM – 08:15 PM | Bhauma Pradosh (Tuesday) |
| 10 | 16 May 2023 | Tuesday | Krishna | — | 07:05 PM – 08:35 PM | Bhauma Pradosh (Tuesday) |
| 11 | 01 Jun 2023 | Thursday | Shukla | — | 07:24 PM – 08:54 PM | Guru Pradosh (Thursday) |
| 12 | 15 Jun 2023 | Thursday | Krishna | — | 07:34 PM – 09:04 PM | Guru Pradosh (Thursday) |
| 13 | 30 Jun 2023 | Friday | Shukla | — | 07:36 PM – 09:06 PM | Bhrigu / Shukra Pradosh (Friday) |
| 14 | 14 Jul 2023 | Friday | Krishna | — | 07:28 PM – 08:58 PM | Bhrigu / Shukra Pradosh (Friday) |
| 15 | 30 Jul 2023 | Sunday | Shukla | — | 07:10 PM – 08:40 PM | Ravi Pradosh (Sunday) |
| 16 | 13 Aug 2023 | Sunday | Krishna | — | 06:47 PM – 08:17 PM | Ravi Pradosh (Sunday) |
| 17 | 28 Aug 2023 | Monday | Shukla | — | 06:18 PM – 07:48 PM | Som Pradosh (Monday) |
| 18 | 11 Sep 2023 | Monday | Krishna | — | 05:49 PM – 07:19 PM | Som Pradosh (Monday) |
| 19 | 12 Sep 2023 | Tuesday | Krishna | — | 05:47 PM – 07:17 PM | Bhauma Pradosh (Tuesday) |
| 20 | 11 Oct 2023 | Wednesday | Krishna | — | 04:45 PM – 06:15 PM | Saumya / Budha Pradosh (Wednesday) |
| 21 | 26 Oct 2023 | Thursday | Shukla | — | 04:16 PM – 05:46 PM | Guru Pradosh (Thursday) |
| 22 | 10 Nov 2023 | Friday | Krishna | — | 03:52 PM – 05:22 PM | Bhrigu / Shukra Pradosh (Friday) |
| 23 | 24 Nov 2023 | Friday | Shukla | — | 03:36 PM – 05:06 PM | Bhrigu / Shukra Pradosh (Friday) |
| 24 | 10 Dec 2023 | Sunday | Krishna | — | 03:28 PM – 04:58 PM | Ravi Pradosh (Sunday) |
| 25 | 24 Dec 2023 | Sunday | Shukla | — | 03:32 PM – 05:02 PM | Ravi Pradosh (Sunday) |
What is Pradosh Vrat? प्रदोष व्रत
Pradosh Vrat is observed on the 13th tithi (Trayodashi) of both Shukla and Krishna Paksha — sacred to Lord Shiva. Worship is done during Pradosh Kaal — the twilight period spanning ~90 minutes around sunset. Each Pradosh Vrat is named after the day of the week on which it falls, with each day giving distinct benefits.
प्रदोष व्रत त्रयोदशी तिथि (शुक्ल और कृष्ण दोनों पक्ष में) को रखा जाता है। यह भगवान शिव को समर्पित है — पूजा प्रदोष काल (सूर्यास्त के समय) में होती है।
7 Named Pradosh Vrat
Each Pradosh Vrat has its own name, story, and benefit determined by the lunar month it falls in. Click any name to read its full mythology, benefit, and special observance notes.
Ravi Pradosh (Sunday) रवि प्रदोष
Long life, good health, fame, success in government and authority matters
Som Pradosh (Monday) सोम प्रदोष
Fulfillment of wishes, mental peace, removal of mental disturbances, marital harmony
Bhauma Pradosh (Tuesday) भौम प्रदोष
Relief from debts, health issues (especially blood-related), Mangal dosha effects; courage; landed property gains
Saumya / Budha Pradosh (Wednesday) सौम्य प्रदोष / बुध प्रदोष
Wisdom, education, career growth, business success, communication skills
Guru Pradosh (Thursday) गुरु प्रदोष
Wisdom, dharmic conduct, removal of pitru dosha, ancestor blessings, husband's longevity
Bhrigu / Shukra Pradosh (Friday) भृगु प्रदोष / शुक्र प्रदोष
Marital happiness, beauty, luxury, travel, vehicle gains, good relationships
Shani Pradosh (Saturday) शनि प्रदोष
Sons' welfare; relief from Shani dosha, Sade Sati; promotion at job; long-term stability
Vrat Vidhi (Procedure) व्रत विधि
The traditional step-by-step procedure for observing Pradosh Vrat, drawn from classical Vedic sources.
Day Fast
Observe full-day fast or one-meal-only fast. No grains, beans, onion, garlic, meat. Fruits, milk, water permitted.
Pradosh Kaal Bath
About 1.5 hours before sunset, take a clean bath. Wear white or red clothes. Apply bhasma (sacred ash) or sandalwood tilak. Pradosh Kaal is the 90-minute window straddling sunset (45 mins before to 45 mins after sunrise per shastra; some traditions extend to 3 hours).
Shiva Puja in Pradosh Kaal
Setup Shivlinga (or photo of Shiva-Parvati). Offer water/milk abhishek (rudra-abhishek if available). Bel patra (3 leaves), white flowers, dhatura, bhasma, dhoop, deepak. Recite Mahamrityunjaya, Shiv Tandav Stotram, or Shiv Chalisa. Read the Pradosh Vrat Katha.
Aarti and Prasad
Perform Shiv aarti. Offer naivedya (food offering): kheer, fruits, dry fruits. Distribute prasad after aarti.
Parana
After Pradosh Kaal completes (post-sunset), break the fast with the prasad. Some keep continued fast till next morning. No alcohol, no meat that night.
Mantras मंत्र
Sacred mantras to chant during Pradosh Vrat for maximum spiritual benefit. Recite with devotion and proper pronunciation.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pradosh Kaal?
Pradosh Kaal is the 90-minute twilight window straddling sunset — the most sacred time for Shiva worship. Per shastra it is 45 minutes before and 45 minutes after sunset. Some traditions extend it from 1.5 hours before to 1.5 hours after sunset. The exact time varies daily by city — calculated from local sunset.
How many Pradosh Vrat in a year?
24 Pradosh Vratas in a normal year — Trayodashi (13th) of both Shukla and Krishna Paksha each lunar month.
Which Pradosh is most powerful?
Shani Pradosh (Saturday) and Som Pradosh (Monday) are considered most powerful. Shani Pradosh for those with Sade Sati or seeking sons; Som Pradosh for general Shiva blessings, marital harmony, and mental peace.
Can women observe Pradosh Vrat during periods?
Vedic shastra advises avoiding direct puja during menstruation. Mansik vrat (mental observance with naam-japa, meditation, and saatvik food) is recommended. Resume full puja on the next Pradosh once cycle ends.
What food can be eaten on Pradosh Vrat?
Fasting traditions vary: some keep nirjala (no water), some take fruits and milk only, others one satvik meal. After Pradosh Kaal puja, prasad (kheer, fruits, milk) is taken. No grains, beans, lentils, or rajasic-tamasic foods.
Difference between Pradosh and Shivratri?
Pradosh Vrat is monthly (24/year on Trayodashi), worship in Pradosh Kaal (sunset window). Maha Shivratri is once a year (Phalguna Krishna Chaturdashi), worship through the night with 4 prahars. Pradosh is shorter; Shivratri is the climax.