Ravi Pradosh Fast July 2026: Today, 26 July 2026, Sunday, the fast of Ravi Pradosh i.e. Trayodashi date of Shukla Paksha of Ashadha month is being observed, this fast dedicated to Lord Shiva is considered very special for the devotees. On this day, by worshiping Mahadev and Mother Parvati as per the rituals, it is believed that there will be happiness and peace in life and blessings of Lord Shiva. According to religious beliefs, worshiping Lord Shiva during Pradosh period gives special results. On the day of Pradosh Vrat, devotees keep fast throughout the day and in the evening during Pradosh Kaal, they anoint Shivalinga and worship Lord Bholenath. It is believed that by worshiping with true heart, Mahadev removes the sufferings of his devotees and blesses them with happiness and prosperity. Let us know about some special measures to be taken on this day.
Worship Bholenath during Pradosh period.
In the evening during Pradosh Vrat lord shiva Special importance has been given to the worship of. On this day, during Pradosh period, take bath, wear clean clothes and prepare for puja. First of all meditate on Lord Shiva and Mother Parvati. After this, offer water and Ganga water on Shivling. If you want, you can also do Abhishek on Shivling with milk, curd, honey and ghee. After Abhishek, offer Belpatra, Dhatura and flowers on Shivling. Belpatra is considered very dear to Lord Shiva. While offering Belpatra, keep in mind that the leaves are clean and whole. After this, perform Aarti of Lord Shiva by lighting incense sticks and lamps and place your wishes in front of Mahadev.
Do these special measures on Ravi Pradosh
Some easy measures can be taken to please Lord Shiva on the day of Ravi Pradosh fast. It is believed that by doing these remedies with devotion one gets the blessings of Mahadev.
Offer water and bel leaves to Shivalinga.
Offer water to Shivalinga in the morning on the day of Ravi Pradosh and during Pradosh period. After this offer Belpatra. While offering Belpatra, meditate on Lord Shiva and say your wishes. It is believed that Bholenath is pleased with this.
Chant Mahamrityunjaya Mantra
Chanting Mahamrityunjaya Mantra on the day of Ravi Pradosh is also considered auspicious. If possible, sit in a Shiva temple and chant the mantra. It is believed that chanting Mahamrityunjaya Mantra is especially beneficial for health and long life.
donate to the needy
On this day, it is considered auspicious to donate food, clothes or other essential items to needy people as per one’s capacity. Donating gives peace to the mind and also helps the needy person.
Perform Shiva Aarti in the evening
After worshiping Lord Shiva during Pradosh period, definitely perform Aarti. If you are performing puja at home then all the family members can perform Shiva Aarti together. After this, pray to Lord Shiva for happiness, peace and good health of the family.
What is the importance of Ravi Pradosh fast?
Sunday is considered dedicated to Sun God, while Pradosh Vrat is special for the worship of Lord Shiva. In such a situation, when Pradosh Vrat falls on a Sunday, its importance increases even more. There is a religious belief that by observing Ravi Pradosh fast, health related problems go away and the person gets energy and confidence in life. It is said that by worshiping Lord Shiva on this day, devotees are blessed with long life and happy life. Along with this, happiness and peace remains in the family.
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