Updated Dec 12, 2020 | 07:08 IST
Shani Pradosh Vrat Katha: While performing Shiva Pradosh Puja, it is important to read the legend associated with it. Therefore, read on to know the Shani Pradosh Vrat Katha to know why it is so significant. Shani Pradosh Vrat Katha 
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Devotees of Lord Shiva observe a day-long vrat on the Trayodashi Tithi (thirteenth) day of the Lunar fortnight
This vrat is referred to as Pradosh
Devotees break the fast after performing puja of Lord Shiva during Pradosh Kaal
Devotees of Lord Shiva observe a day-long vrat on the Trayodashi Tithi (thirteenth) day of the Lunar fortnight, both during Krishna Paksha (waning phase of the Moon) and Shukla Paksha (waxing phase of the Moon). This fasting is referred to as Pradosh Vrat, and it is broken only after performing puja in the evening (Pradosh Kaal). The Trayodashi Tithi which falls on Shaniwar (Saturday) is called Shani Trayodashi or Shani Pradosh, and it is of great sig