ప్రదోషం (Pradosham)
Sacred twilight period for Shiva worship on 13th tithi
Overview
Pradosham is a sacred period occurring on the 13th tithi (Trayodashi) of both Shukla and Krishna Paksha. The term specifically refers to the twilight period (about 1.5 hours before and after sunset) on this day. It is highly auspicious for worshipping Lord Shiva.
ఆచరణలో అర్థం
Visit Shiva temples during Pradosham twilight time for special blessings. Many temples conduct special pujas. Fasting on Pradosham and breaking it after evening prayers is considered beneficial. It's believed to remove sins and grant wishes.
ఉదాహరణలు
- Evening Shiva temple visit
- Special Pradosha puja
- Fasting until evening
- Abhishekam (ritual bathing of Shiva lingam)