Ekadashi is one of the most auspicious day that is dedicated to worship Lord Vishnu. This is the most significant day in Hindu religion. Lord Vishnu devotees across the world observe this fast and worship Shri Hari Vishnu. Ekadashi falls twice a month during Shukla Paksha and Krishna Paksha. This month, Vijaya Ekadashi is going to be observed on 11th day of Krishna Paksha in the month of Phalguna i.e., on February 24, 2025.
Vijaya Ekadashi 2025: Date and Time
Ekadashi Tithi Begins – February 23, 2025 – 01:55 PM
Ekadashi Tithi Ends – February 24, 2025 – 01:44 PM
Parana Time – February 25, 2025 – 06:49 AM to 09:07 AM
On Parana Day Dwadashi End Moment – February 25, 2025 – 12:47 PM
Vijaya Ekadashi 2025: Significance
The term “Vijaya” means victory, and observing this Ekadashi is believed to bring success, spiritual growth, and purification of the mind, body, and soul. It is believed that keeping a fast on this day will assist followers in achieving spiritual purification, overcoming adversity, and seeking triumph. It is also believed to remove all the previous transgressions, improve mental clarity, and this fast also enlighten the devotees with spirituality. The devotees, who observe this fast with utmost devotion and deep faith, get blessed with worldly happiness, contentment, and improved health.
Vijaya Ekadashi 2025: Puja Rituals
Preparation
Take a holy bath before starting puja rituals and decorate a pot with flowers, sandalwood paste, and mango leaves.
Worship
Light a diya with desi ghee, offer prayers to Lord Vishnu, keep the pot filled with fruits, flowers, and Naivedyam to offer Lord Shri Hari Vishnu.
Fasting
Keep a strict fast, and one should refrain from eating any type of grains, beans, and tamasik items such as meat, fish, eggs, onions, and garlic.
Breaking the Fast
On the following day (Dwadashi Tithi), break the fast between 6:49 AM and 9:07 AM as this is the Parana time and this time is considered the most auspicious time to break the Ekadashi fast.
Ekadashi Fast Tips for devotees:
- At night, remain awake and offer prayers to Lord Vishnu by chanting mantras or singing bhajans.
- On Ekadashi and Dwadashi, refrain from napping during the day.
- Maintain celibacy while observing the fast.
Mantras
1. Om Namo Bhagvate Vasudevaye..!!
2. Shree Krishna Govind Hare Murari Hey Nath Narayan Vasudeva..!!
3. Hare Ram Hare Ram Ram Ram Hare Hare Hare Krishna Hare Krishna Krishna Krishna Hare Hare..!!
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