Budh Pradosh Vrat Katha is a mythological tale that is performed to obtain the blessings of Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati. This tale has special significance in the observance of Pradosh Vrat. Budh Pradosh Vrat is mainly considered auspicious for those who wish for wisdom, peace, happiness, and freedom from diseases in their lives.
Vrat Katha
Once upon a time, a poor Brahmin and his wife lived in a city. The Brahmin was a Shiva devotee and regularly worshipped and fasted for Lord Shiva. The Brahmin's wife also supported him, but due to their poverty, both were living a very miserable life.
One day the Brahmin went to the forest to cut wood. There he saw a surprising incident. A snake was trapped under his bamboo and was in great pain. The Brahmin helped the snake and freed it. The snake was pleased and said to the Brahmin, "I am the king of Nagaloka. You have helped me, so I want to give you a boon." The Brahmin humbly said, "I am a devotee of Lord Shiva. I do not need wealth as a boon. Please give me some divine knowledge about Lord Shiva." The serpent explained to the Brahmin the significance of the Budh Pradosh fast and the method of performing it properly.
The Brahmin returned home and started observing the Budh Pradosh fast with his wife. After some time, their poverty was removed. They became prosperous and happy. Wealth, food, and peace resided in their house.
After this incident, the Brahmin advised everyone to observe the Budh Pradosh fast. He also told that by observing this fast, all sins are eliminated and peace and happiness is attained in life.
Importance of the fast
- By observing the Budh Pradosh fast, a person's intellect-related problems are resolved.
- This fast is believed to bring happiness and prosperity in married life.
- By the grace of Lord Shiva, the fasting person gets wealth and freedom from diseases.
Fasting Method
- Take a bath in the morning and wear clean clothes.
- Take a pledge to keep the fast.
- Fast the whole day and in the evening, take a bath before sunset and worship Lord Shiva.
- Offer Belpatra, Dhatura, Akshat, fruits, and Panchamrit to Lord Shiva.
- Chant the mantra "Om Namah Shivaya" while meditating on Lord Shiva.
- Listen to the story at night and do the aarti of Lord Shiva during Pradosh period.
- Break the fast the next day.
Special Benefits
By observing this fast methodically and with devotion, all the troubles of a person's life are removed. Budha Pradosh Vrat is especially considered very fruitful for calming the inauspicious effects of the planet Mercury.
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