Shani Pradosh Vrat 2025: Shani Pradosh Vrat, observed on a Saturday that coincides with the Trayodashi, holds immense spiritual significance for devotees of Lord Shiva. In 2025, this vrat will be observed today, on 24th May, with the Pradosh Kaal Puja Muhurat falling between 7:20 PM and 9:13 PM. It is believed that worshipping Lord Shiva during this time helps in removing obstacles, planetary afflictions, and financial problems.
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Grain Offerings And Their Spiritual Benefits
During Shani Pradosh Vrat, various grains are offered to the Shiva Linga, each carrying its own spiritual symbolism and benefits:
- Black Urad Dal (Black Gram): Offering black urad dal to the Shiva Linga is believed to eliminate difficulties, challenges, and the adverse effects of malefic planets. It grants relief from long-standing struggles and helps in overcoming life’s hardships.
- Black Sesame Seeds (Kale Til): In the evening, devotees offer black sesame seeds to the Shiva Linga. This is believed to reduce the impact of Sarp Dosh, Shani Sade Sati, and Dhaiyya. It also protects from Saturn’s harmful influence and mitigates the negative effects of Rahu and Ketu.
Special Offerings For Wealth And Prosperity
- Raw Rice: To attract wealth and ensure financial stability, raw rice is offered to Lord Shiva on the day of Pradosh Vrat. According to belief, this offering creates a strong chance of monetary gains and removes the fear of financial scarcity from life.
- Black Datura (Dhatura): Offering black datura to Lord Shiva on Shani Pradosh is said to destroy negative energy and open the path to freedom from financial crises. It brings peace and positivity into the home and mind.
Observing the Shani Pradosh Vrat with devotion and making these symbolic offerings to Lord Shiva is believed to not only reduce planetary troubles but also invite divine blessings for prosperity, health, and peace. As per belief, when performed with a pure heart and faith, the rituals of Shani Pradosh can bring about significant transformations in one’s life.
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