New Delhi: Pradosh Vrat is considered dedicated to Lord Shiva and Mother Parvati. According to the Hindu calendar, Pradosh Vrat is observed every month on the Trayodashi date of Shukla and Krishna Paksha. Pradosh Vrat is known by the same name on which day of the week Trayodashi falls. This time Trayodashi is falling on Thursday, hence Guru Pradosh fast will be observed on 8th October. There is a religious belief that worshiping Shiva with devotion on this day brings happiness, peace and prosperity in life.

Offer these 5 things to Shivlinga

1. Belpatra- Belpatra has special importance in the worship of Lord Shiva. On the day of Guru Pradosh, offering clean and whole Belpatra on Shivling is considered auspicious. It is believed that this brings blessings of Mahadev and paves the way for fulfillment of wishes.

2. Yellow sandalwood- Yellow sandalwood can be offered to Shivalinga on Guru Pradosh. According to religious beliefs, offering sandalwood pleases Lord Shiva and increases positivity in the life of the devotee.

3. Honey- Offering honey on Shivalinga during puja is also considered auspicious. It is believed that this brings good luck and happiness. After offering honey, bathe the Shivalinga with clean water.

4. Raw milk- There is a tradition of anointing Shivalinga with raw milk on the day of Guru Pradosh. According to religious belief, consecration of milk gives auspicious results for happiness, peace and prosperity in the family.

5. Panchamrit- Anointing Shivalinga with Panchamrit prepared from milk, curd, ghee, honey and Ganga water is also considered particularly fruitful. After this, anoint with water and offer Belpatra and flowers to Lord Shiva.

Auspicious time of Guru Pradosh 2026

According to the Panchang, the Trayodashi tithi of Ashwin Krishna Paksha will start at 11:16 pm on October 7 and will end at 10:15 pm on October 8. The time given for worship of Guru Pradosh is from 5:59 pm to 8:27 pm.

Pradosh falling on Thursday is called Guru Pradosh or Brihaspati Pradosh. In religious belief, Jupiter is associated with knowledge, education, wealth, religion and happiness and prosperity. Therefore, worshiping Lord Shiva on this day is considered special for students and those doing spiritual practices. Besides, this day is also considered auspicious for wishes to marriage, children and family happiness.