September 18, 2025 / 10:31 IST
Shukra Pradosha Vrat 2025 Date: Muhurat Timings, Puja Vidhi, Significance and Benefits (image: canva)
Shukra Pradosha Vrat is one of the most auspicious fasts dedicated to Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati. In September 2025, this vrat will be observed on Friday, September 19 (during Krishna Paksha Trayodashi). According to the Hindu calendar, Pradosha Vrat is observed twice every lunar month: on Shukla Paksha Trayodashi and Krishna Paksha Trayodashi.
When this vrat falls on a Friday, it is called Shukra Pradosha Vrat, a day that blesses devotees with marital harmony, beauty, wealth, and prosperity.
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Shukra Pradosha Vrat 2025: Date and Timings
| Event | Date and Time |
| Shukra Pradosha vrat | Friday, 19 September 2025 |
| Pradosha Puja Muhurat | 06:20 PM to 08:42 PM |
| Trayodashi Tithi Begins | 11:24 PM on 18 September 2025 |
| Trayodashi Tithi Ends | 11:36 PM on 19 September 2025 |
The most auspicious time for Shiva Puja is when Trayodashi Tithi coincides with Pradosha Kala (the time after sunset).
Significance of Shukra Pradosha Vrat
Shukra Pradosha Vrat holds deep importance in Hindu tradition. It is believed that observing this vrat with devotion pleases both Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati.
- This vrat is especially beneficial for women seeking marital bliss, love, and happiness.
- It is said to invite the presence of Goddess Lakshmi, thereby ensuring wealth and prosperity in the home.
- Devotees also believe that worshipping Lord Shiva during this period removes obstacles related to Shukra Graha (Venus) and brings overall harmony in life.
Rituals of Shukra Pradosha Vrat- Devotees observe a fast from sunrise to sunset, breaking it only after completing Shiva Puja during Pradosha Kala.
- A Kalash filled with water is placed before the Shivlinga, decorated with mango leaves and a coconut.
- Devotees offer milk, bilva leaves, honey, flowers, fruits, and incense to Lord Shiva.
- Lighting a ghee lamp during the puja is considered very auspicious, symbolizing purity and divine light.
- Reciting Shiva Mantras and Pradosha Vrat Katha enhances the spiritual energy and ensures blessings.
Benefits of Observing Shukra Pradosha Vrat- Brings peace, wealth, and prosperity into the home.
- Ensures happiness and harmony in married life.
- Helps overcome challenges related to Shukra Graha (Venus).
- Strengthens spiritual discipline and self-control.
- Blesses devotees with health, fortune, and divine protection.
The Shukra Pradosha Vrat 2025, falling on Friday, 19 September, is an important day to honor Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati. By observing this vrat with sincerity, devotees can seek blessings for marital bliss, prosperity, and spiritual growth. Performing the vrat during the Pradosha Puja Muhurat ensures maximum benefits and divine grace.
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