Ashwina Shukla Pradosh Vrat (Sharadiya Navratri Pradosh)
आश्विन शुक्ल प्रदोष व्रत (शारदीय नवरात्रि)
Occurring directly amidst Sharadiya Navratri on a Wednesday (Budha Pradosh). Merges the supreme divine power of Goddess Durga with the tranquil consciousness of Mahadeva.
Lord Samba-Sadashiva
ॐ शर्वाय नमः। ॐ दुर्गायै नमः॥
Oṁ śarvāya namaḥ | Oṁ durgāyai namaḥ ||
“Salutations to Lord Sharva (Shiva); salutations unto Goddess Durga.”
Pauranic Vrat Katha & Sacred Origin
During Sharadiya Navratri, as Devi Durga battles the demonic forces of delusion, Lord Shiva remains in silent witness consciousness, fueling Her cosmic victory. Observing Pradosha during this window aligns mind and soul with divine courage.
Step-by-Step Twilight Puja Vidhi
- 1Continue Navratri satvik discipline.
- 2Perform joint Shiva-Shakti Puja during 06:17 PM to 08:35 PM.
- 3Offer red and white flowers, Bilva leaves, and Panchamrit.
- 4Recite the Mahishasura Mardini Stotram and Rudrashtakam.
Frequently Asked Questions
What makes Sharadiya Navratri Pradosha unique?
It aligns the climactic cosmic war of Goddess Durga with the auspicious twilight window of Lord Shiva, accelerating the triumph of good over internal negativity.