Ekadashi is one of the most sacred day in Hinduism. This day is purely dedicated to worship Lord Shri Hari. On this auspicious day, a large number of Vishnu devotees observe strict fast and honor Lord Vishnu. Ekadashi falls twice a month, during Krishna Paksha and Shukla Paksha. There are total 24 Ekadashi observances in a year. Here we will give you full information about the Ekadashi observances in the month of April:
Ekadashi in April 2025: Date and Time
Kamada Ekadashi 2025: Date and Time
Ekadashi Tithi Begins - April 7, 2025 - 08:00 PM
Ekadashi Tithi Ends - April 8, 2025 - 09:12 PM
Parana Time - April 9, 2025 - 06:01 AM to 08:34 AM
On Parana Day Dwadashi End Moment - April 9, 2025 - 10:55 PM
Varuthini Ekadashi 2025: Date and Time
Ekadashi Tithi Begins - April 23, 2025 - 04:43 PM
Ekadashi Tithi Ends - April 24, 2025 - 02:32 PM
Parana Time - April 25, 2025 - 05:45 AM to 08:22 AM
On Parana Day Dwadashi End Moment - April 25, 2025 - 11:44 AM
Ekadashi in April 2025: Significance
Ekadashi is one of the most prominent day, when a large number of devotees observe fast and offer prayers to Lord Vishnu. This is the most sacred day to honor Shree Hari. This day occurs twice a month on the eleventh day of the lunar cycle during both the waxing (Shukla Paksha) and waning (Krishna Paksha) phases of the moon. It is seen as a very spiritual and cleansing fast that removes all sins, brings prosperity, and cleanse your aura and devotees can even get the salvation and get a place in the abode of Lord Vishnu.
Importance of Ekadashi Fast?
Spiritual Benefits: Keeping Ekadashi fast strengthens the bond with Lord Vishnu. Devotees can build a direct connection with the Lord and this fast also increases devotion, and aids in achieving moksha (liberation).
Karmic Cleansing: Ekadashi is believed to offer divine blessings and eliminate bad karma whether the sins have been committed in the past birth or in the current birth.
Health Benefits: According to the science, fasting on Ekadashi will help improving digestion, increases energy levels, and detoxifies the body.
Mental Peace: Ekadashi fast gives your mental relief, and inner peace. It gives you the ability to to have a good control over your senses and also removes negative thoughts.
Desire Manifestation: On Ekadashi, fasting with faith is believed to grant wishes and aid in overcoming obstacles.
Ekadashi in April 2025: Puja Rituals
1. Wake up in the morningGet up early in the morning during Brahma Muhurat, then clean the house and take a holy bath, and wear fresh clothes.
2. Sankalpa (Vow)Make a serious commitment to observe the fast.
3. Puja & Vishnu WorshipPlace an idol of Lord Vishnu and Shree Yantra (symbol of Goddess Laxmi), light a diya with desi ghee and keep it in front of the idol, offer flowers or garland, Tulsi leaves, light incense.
Ekadashi Katha and Mantra Chanting
- Recite Ekadashi Katha: People are advised to read or listen Ekadashi Mahatam stories.
- Night Vigil or Bhajan: The benefit of fasting is increased by singing bhajans or doing night vigil.
- Mantra Chanting or Stotrams: It is considered meritorious to chant Vishnu mantras or you can recite Vishnu Sahasranama on this auspicious day.
What to eat on Ekadashi?
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