Nirjala Ekadashi 2025: Do's and Don'ts to follow on Bhimseni Ekadashi
Nirjala Ekadashi is one of the most revered and significant Ekadashis, which is going to be celebrated tomorrow, on the Ekadashi Tithi of Shukla Paksha in the month of Jyeshtha, which falls on
June 6, 2025
. This Ekadashi carries profound religious and spiritual importance for Hindus. Devotees worship Lord Shri Hari and seek his blessings on this special day.
In order to seek Lord Vishnu's blessings, there are some do's and don'ts which you are required to follow on the day of Nirjala Ekadashi.
Here, we are going to mention several do's and don'ts that should be observed on the auspicious occasion of Nirjala Ekadashi to maximize the benefits:
Do's and Don'ts to follow on
Nirjala Ekadashi 2025
On this sacred day of Nirjala Ekadashi, it is advised not to pluck Tulsi leaves, as doing so is forbidden. Devotees may collect tulsi leaves the day prior, place them in water, and utilize them.
Those observing the Nirjala Ekadashi fast should refrain from consuming tamasik foods the day before the fast.
On Nirjala Ekadashi, it is recommended to avoid using body wash or soap for bathing; plain water should be used for cleansing instead.
Devotees should abstain from eating any food items made with rice on Ekadashi.
It is deemed virtuous to distribute food and clothing to Brahmins on this auspicious day of Nirjaa Ekadashi.
Organizing food and water stalls is encouraged to gain the benefits of this fast.
Avoid speaking ill of others and strive to maintain a calm and relaxed mindset.
Whether fasting or not, it is essential to steer clear of non-vegetarian food, alcohol, and gambling.
Maintaining celibacy is a crucial aspect of this fast, and individuals should keep this in mind.
Reciting the
Vishnu Sahasranama
is beneficial for all devotees.
Chanting Shri Krishna Maha Mantra is one of the powerful way to seek blessings of the Lord specially on this day of Nirjala Ekadashi.
Mantra
1. Om Namo Bhagavte Vasudevaye..!!
2. Shri Krishna Govind Hare Murari, Hey Nath Narayan Vasudeva..!!
3. Achyutam Keshvam Krishna Damodaram, Ram Narayanam Janaki Vallabham..!!
4.
Hare Krishna Hare Krishna, Krishna Krishna Hare Hare, Hare Rama Hare Rama, Rama Rama Hare Hare..!!
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