Pradosh Vrat Date and Time May 2024: Pradosham Tithi, Fasting Rules, Puja Rituals
Pradosh Vrat Date and Time May 2024: Pradosham Tithi, Fasting Rules, Puja Rituals
There are two Pradosh Vrats in May 2024. The first Pradosh Vrat falls on Sunday, May 5th, 2024, known as Ravi Pradosh Vrat. The second Pradosh Vrat falls on Monday, May 20th, 2024, known as Som Pradosh Vrat.
Pradosh Vrat Date and Time May 2024:
| Ravi Pradosh Vrat Date | May 5, 2024 Sunday |
| Trayodashi Begins | 03:41, May 05 |
| Trayodashi Ends | 02:40, May 06 |
Som Pradosh Vrat Date and Time May 2024:
| Som Pradosh Vrat Date | May 20, 2024 Monday |
| Trayodashi Begins | 03:58 PM, May 20 |
| Trayodashi Ends | 05:39 PM, May 21 |
RITUALS
Pradosh Vrat, a special day dedicated to Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati. Here’s how you can prepare to welcome the blessings of this auspicious occasion with simple yet sincere rituals:
Clean & Calm: Tidy your puja space and take a bath beforehand.
Shiva Bath Time: In the evening, during Pradosh time (around sunset), pour water, milk, curd, and honey over the Shivalinga (Shiva’s representation). Think of it as a holy shower!
Offerings for Shiva: Give fruits, flowers, and bel leaves (special leaves for Shiva) to him. You can also make a simple fruit and sweet prasad (offering).
Light & Chants: Light a lamp with ghee (clarified butter) and chant “Om Namah Shivaya” or other Shiva mantras while praying.
Aarti Time: Wave a diya (lamp) filled with ghee or camphor in front of the Shivalinga as a devotional offering.
Important mantras for Pradosh Vrat
Om Namah Shivaya: This is the most quintessential mantra dedicated to Lord Shiva. It simply means “salutations to Shiva” and is a powerful chant for any Shiva puja.
Om Tryambakam Yajamahe, Sugandhim Pushti Vardhanam
Urvarukamiva Bandhanan, Mrithyor Mukshsiya Mama Ritam
Om: This mantra is known to ward off negativity and bring blessings for good health and longevity.
Shiva Panchakshara Mantra: This five-syllable mantra, “Om Namah Shivaya,” is another popular mantra easily incorporated into your Pradosh Vrat puja.
Pradosh Vrat Rules: Do’s and Don’ts
| DO | DON’T |
| Observe a pre-dawn bath for physical cleanliness. | Overeat, even during the non-strict fasting window. Focus on moderation and purity. |
| Consume fruits, sabudana (tapioca sago), and water if following the non-strict method during the Pradosh period (dusk to sunset) | Abstain from consuming grains. This includes rice, wheat, barley, and other cereals. Opt for fruits, nuts, and milk products during the fast. |
| Chant mantras like “Om Namah Shivaya” or read scriptures like the Shiva Chalisa. | Consume grains like rice, wheat, and lentils, or meat, onions, and garlic (for both strict and non-strict methods). |
| Maintain a peaceful and prayerful demeanor throughout the puja. | Engage in negative thoughts or arguments during the holy period. |