Pradosh means the dusk of the
early night or evening tide. This fast is observed in
the evening twilight, and so it is called Pradosh Vrat.
It is observed on the 13th day of each lunar fortnight.
It is practiced to propitiate Lord Shiva, in order to
obtain his blessings and boons leading to fulfillment of
one’s cherished desired and spiritual upliftment.Those
who practice it with unflinching faith and devotion are
bound to possess wealth, health, happiness.
There are three types of Monday fast.
1. Simple every Monday fast.
2. Som pradosh fast
3. 16 weeks
Monday fast.
The rituals are same for all the
three fasting. After doing the Shiva puja the story must be
read or heard. The stories of Somvar fast and 16 Mondays are
separate and are given here.
