What is Shani Pradosh vrat Vidhi?
What is Shani Pradosh vrat Vidhi?
Shani Pradosh Vrat Vidhi: The Pradosh Vrat that falls on a Saturday is referred to as Shani Pradosh or Shani Trayodashi. Know how to observe a fast by checking out the detailed Pradosh Vrat Vidhi below. Devotees of Lord Shiva keep a day-long fast on the Trayodashi Tithi (thirteenth) day of the lunar fortnight.
What is Shani Devta Shani Shanivar?
Shanivar (Saturday) is dedicated to Shani Devta (Saturn).The Saturday vrat keeps away all the hurdles and misfortunes. Saturn sits in a mirror chariot, yoked with eight black horses. The recitation of Shani Chalisa is also beneficial. On this day the devotees worship Saturn idol made of iron.
Who is Lord Shani Dev?
Lord Shani is the ruler of the planet Saturn as per the astrological parlance. He is described as the one who keeps a close watch of the sinful and good deeds performed by people and give the corresponding results in their consecutive births. Shani Dev is black in complexion and is born to Chaya Devi and Lord Surya Dev (Sun god).
What is Shani Pradosh or Shani Trayodashi?
The fast is broken only after performing puja at Pradosh Kaal (a time frame that includes about an hour before and after sunrise). This month, the first Pradosh Vrat falls on a Saturday, a day dedicated to Shani Dev. Hence, it is referred to as Shani Pradosh or Shani Trayodashi.
