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Trayodashi त्रयोदशी

Trayodashi is a Jaya tithi ruled by Kamadeva and is the day of Pradosh Vrat, the twice-monthly fast for Lord Shiva performed around sunset.

Meaning: Thirteenth. Ruling deity: Kamadeva.

Next Trayodashi dates

  • Krishna Paksha Trayodashi: Fri, 6 Nov, 2026, 10:31 AM → Sat, 7 Nov, 2026, 10:48 AM
  • Shukla Paksha Trayodashi: Sun, 22 Nov, 2026, 04:57 AM → Mon, 23 Nov, 2026, 02:37 AM
  • Krishna Paksha Trayodashi: Sun, 6 Dec, 2026, 12:52 AM → Mon, 7 Dec, 2026, 02:22 AM
  • Shukla Paksha Trayodashi: Mon, 21 Dec, 2026, 05:37 PM → Tue, 22 Dec, 2026, 02:24 PM

Times in IST. See your city for local times and the observance date.

Significance of Trayodashi

Pradosh is named by weekday: Soma Pradosh (Monday) and Shani Pradosh (Saturday) are held to be especially powerful.

Kartika Krishna Trayodashi is Dhanteras (Dhanvantari Trayodashi), the first day of Diwali.

Trayodashi supports love, beauty and friendship, in keeping with its deity Kamadeva.

Good for

  • Shiva worship at Pradosh Kaal
  • Buying gold and utensils on Dhanteras
  • Celebrations and friendships

Traditionally avoided

  • Few restrictions

Festivals on Trayodashi

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