There is a tradition of observing Pradosh fast on the thirteenth day of the lunar period. Fasts of Pradosh Kaal are kept on every month’s shukla paksha and Krishna paksha. The time of the day immediately after sunset is known as Pradosh kaal. The period of Pradosh kaal changes according to the region and country. Therefore, the period of the day between the sunset and onset of the night is known to be Pradosh kaal.
Worshipping Lord Shiva during this period gives fruitful results. Fast kept during this period are believed to fulfill all wishes. Devotees should observe the fast with dedication and devotion towards the lord. It gives relief from the burden and obstacles of life. Worshipping Lord Shiva during Pradosh Kaal relieves a person from these negative forces and purifies the surroundings.
Significance of Bhaum Pradosh Fast
According to the ancient scriptures, observing Bhaum Pradosh Fast gives results equivalent to making donations. It is believed that people who observe this fast receives the blessings of Lord Shiva and attains salvation. This fast is observed on Tuesday. It gives relief from diseases and provide health benefits to the observer.
The night time is considered to be full with negative energies and destructive forces Thus this fast is observed for the destruction of evil forces. Fasting on this day provides a person with peace and contentment. Hence, Lord Shiva should be worshipped during Pradosh Kaal to free oneself from all sorts of problems.
Bhaum Pradosh Pujan
The person observing the fast should wake up early in the morning before the sunset and perform all the routine work before beginning the puja. Food is not consumed during this fast. In the evening the observer should again take bath and worship Lord Shiva before concluding the fast.
The puja shoulds be done in the north-east corner of the house. Purify the place of worship with gangajal and establish the platform to keep the idolo of the lord. This platform is made with five type of flowers and colors. The observer should face the north east while performing the puja. Recite Lord Shiva’s mantra and pour pure water on the idol of the lord. Aarti is performed in the end along with performing shanti path. In the end, the observer should feed to the priests and donate clothes and dakshina on departure.
Pradosh Kaal is an auspicious time and is known for worshipping Lord Shiva.Worshipping Lord Shiva during this period gives fruitful results. It is also believed that Jyotirlinga is strongest during the Pradosh Kaal due to which it is considered auspicious. This fast relieves a person from all problems and sins.
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