Ravi Pradosh
Also called: Bhanu Pradosh, Ravi Pradosham, Aditya Pradosh
Ravi Pradosh occurs when Trayodashi falls on Sunday, ruled by Surya Dev (the Sun). The Sun represents vitality, health (Arogya), leadership, and the soul (Atman). This fast is observed for robust health, longevity, professional honor, and the removal of chronic illnesses.
Key facts
- Paksha
- Both Shukla Paksha and Krishna Paksha
- Lunar month
- Occurs throughout all lunar months
- Observed on
- Trayodashi falling on a Sunday (Raviwar)
- Deities
- Lord Shiva, Goddess Parvati, Surya Dev (Sun)
The story
Narratives describe how ancient rulers seeking renewal of vigor and peace in their realms observed the Ravi Pradosha vrata, blending solar adoration with evening Shiva worship, resulting in good governance, health, and spiritual resilience.
Practices
- Morning Arghya to Surya followed by evening twilight worship of Shiva
- Offering red sandalwood, akshat, and lotus or red flowers to the Shivalinga
- Recitation of Aditya Hridaya Stotram during the day and Shiva Stotras at dusk
Regional variations
- Commonly observed across North and Central India by devotees praying for recovery from lingering physical ailments
Common questions
- What is the primary spiritual focus of Ravi Pradosh?
- It focuses on physical health, vitality, spiritual illumination, and career stability, connecting solar energy with Shiva's grace.
Types of Pradosh Vrat
- Som PradoshTrayodashi falling on a Monday (Somwar)
- Bhauma PradoshTrayodashi falling on a Tuesday (Mangalwar)
- Budha PradoshTrayodashi falling on a Wednesday (Budhwar)
- Guru PradoshTrayodashi falling on a Thursday (Guruwar)
- Shukra PradoshTrayodashi falling on a Friday (Shukrawar)
- Shani PradoshTrayodashi falling on a Saturday (Shaniwar)
- Ravi PradoshTrayodashi falling on a Sunday (Raviwar)