- By Kashish Rai
- Thu, 12 Dec 2024 04:31 PM (IST)
- Source:JND
Pradosh Vrat December 2024: In Hinduism, Pradosh Vrat is a sacred observance dedicated to Lord Shiva. It is celebrated on the 13th day of each lunar fortnight, known as Trayodashi. Devotees fast from sunrise to sunset, worshipping Lord Shiva during the evening, or Pradosh, period. This vrat is believed to bring spiritual growth, peace, and prosperity to the observer. By fasting and praying to Lord Shiva, devotees seek forgiveness for past mistakes and strive to lead a virtuous life. This year, Pradosh Vrat in Margashirsha Shukla Paksha will be observed on 13th December 2024.
On this sacred day, Devotees can offer certain flowers to Lord Shiva to amass good luck and success. Below is the list of 5 flowers you can offer to Lord Shiva on Shukra Pradosh Vrat:
Pradosh Vrat December 2024: 5 Flowers You MUST Offer To Lord Shiva
1. Dhatura Flowers
Dhatura flowers are considered sacred and a favourite of Lord Shiva. These flowers are often offered to Shiva linga during Pradosh Vrat. Dhatura flowers symbolize spiritual growth, and offering them is believed to bring the devotee closer to Lord Shiva. By offering Dhatura flowers, devotees seek blessings for spiritual enlightenment and liberation.
2. Akanda Flowers
Akanda flowers are another favourite of Lord Shiva and are often offered during Pradosh Vrat. These flowers represent devotion, purity, and spiritual growth. Offering Akanda flowers is believed to bring peace, prosperity, and happiness to the devotee's life. By offering Akanda flowers, devotees seek Lord Shiva's blessings for a harmonious and balanced life.
3. Bilva Flowers
Bilva flowers are highly revered in Hinduism. These flowers are often offered during Pradosh Vrat to seek Lord Shiva's blessings. Bilva flowers represent forgiveness, mercy, and spiritual growth. Offering Bilva flowers is believed to bring devotees closer to Lord Shiva and seek his forgiveness for past mistakes.
Offering certain flowers to Lord Shiva might help amass good luck and positivity on Shukra Pradosh Vrat. (Image Source: Canva)
4. Jasmine Flowers
Jasmine flowers are a favourite of Lord Shiva and are often offered during Pradosh Vrat. These fragrant flowers represent love, purity, and spiritual growth. Offering Jasmine flowers is believed to bring peace, happiness, and prosperity to the devotee's life. By offering Jasmine flowers, devotees seek Lord Shiva's blessings for a joyful and fulfilling life.
5. Aparajita Flowers
The Aparajita flower, also known as the Clitoria Ternatea, is a sacred offering to Lord Shiva on Pradosh Vrat. This blue-colored flower symbolises victory, spiritual growth and devotion. Offering Aparajita flowers to Lord Shiva is believed to bring blessings for success, prosperity, and a strong spiritual connection. Devotees offer these flowers to seek Lord Shiva's guidance and protection, leading to a harmonious and balanced life.
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