Radha Ashtami 2025 date: When is Radha Ashtami? All you need to know
On this holy day, devotees keep fasts, sing bhajans, and offer prayers to Radha Ji with great devotion. It is believed that by pleasing Radha Ji, one also receives the blessings of Lord Krishna. Observing a fast on Radha Ashtami is considered highly auspicious. Devotees who wish for children also pray to Radha Rani for the fulfilment of their desires.
Radha Ji as an Incarnation of Goddess Lakshmi
Radha Ji is worshipped as an incarnation of Goddess Lakshmi. Hence, her blessings are believed to bring grace, wealth, prosperity, and peace in life. Many devotees also observe a 16-day-long fast starting from Radha Ashtami until Krishna Ashtami, showing their deep faith and devotion.
Radha Ashtami 2025 Date and Time
According to the Hindu Panchang, Radha Ashtami falls on the Ashtami Tithi of Shukla Paksha in the month of Bhadrapada. It is believed that Radha Rani appeared on this very day, which is why it is celebrated as her birth anniversary.
This year, Radha Ashtami 2025 will be observed on Sunday, 31 August 2025.
Radha Ashtami 2025 Shubh Muhurat
Ashtami Tithi begins: 10:46 PM on 30 August 2025
Ashtami Tithi ends: 12:57 AM on 1 September 2025
Auspicious puja time: 11:05 AM to 1:38 PM on 31 August 2025
Rituals and Fasting on Radha Ashtami (Radha Ashtami Vrat Vidhi)
On the day of Radha Ashtami 2025, devotees follow strict rituals to seek divine blessings.
Wake up early in the Brahma Muhurat and begin the day with prayers.
Take a holy bath with water mixed with Ganga Jal and perform achaman while chanting mantras: 'Om Keshavaya Namah, Om Narayanaya Namah, Om Madhavaya Namah, Om Hrishikeshaaya Namah'
Clean the home and temple area properly.
Place a red cloth on a holy seat and install idols of Radha and Krishna.
Take a vow to observe the fast, light a ghee lamp, and perform aarti with devotion.
Spend the day in prayers, chanting bhajans, and seeking blessings.
In the evening, devotees can have fruits as phalahaari food, but the fast is concluded the next morning after prayers.
Rules to Follow During Radha Ashtami Fast
Avoid tamasic or non-vegetarian food.
Do not disrespect elders.
Stay away from negative or harmful thoughts.
Maintain cleanliness at home and the place of worship.
Avoid sleeping during the day while fasting.
Radha Ashtami Puja Mantras
1. || Om Vrishabhanujyai Vidmahe Krishnapriyaai Dheemahi Tanno Radha Prachodayat ||
2. || Om Hreem Radhikaye Namah..!!||
3. ||Om Hreem Shreem Radhikaye Namah..!!||
Significance of Radha Ashtami
The festival of Radha Ashtami 2025 is a symbol of divine love, devotion, and purity. Worshipping Radha Ji on this day is said to remove obstacles in life and bring happiness, prosperity, and spiritual peace. Her blessings are also believed to strengthen family bonds and fulfil wishes.
Radha Ashtami Wishes and Messages 2025
On this sacred day, devotees share Radha Ashtami wishes and messages with family and friends to spread positivity and blessings. You can send heartfelt greetings like:
May Radha Rani bless your life with love, happiness, and prosperity. Happy Radha Ashtami 2025!
On this holy day of Radha Ashtami, may you and your loved ones be blessed with peace, joy, and devotion.
Wishing you divine blessings of Radha and Krishna on Radha Ashtami 2025.
Happy Radha Ashtami! May Goddess Radha fill your life with love, joy, and divine blessings.
Wishing you a blissful Radha Ashtami! May your heart be filled with Radha Rani's eternal love and grace.
On this special day of Radha Ashtami, may you be blessed with happiness, health, and prosperity. Enjoy the divine celebration!
Happy Radha Ashtami! May the love and devotion of Radha and Krishna inspire your life and bring you peace.
Sending you warm wishes on Radha Ashtami! May your life be illuminated with Radha Rani's light and devotion.
Blessed Radha Ashtami to you and your family! May the divine love of Radha and Krishna bring you endless joy and prosperity.
Happy Radha Ashtami! May the grace of Goddess Radha guide you towards a path of happiness and success.
On this auspicious day of Radha Ashtami, may your life be filled with Radha Rani's boundless love and blessings.
Wishing you a joyous Radha Ashtami! May the love of Radha and Krishna enrich your life with peace and harmony.
Happy Radha Ashtami! May Radha Rani's divine presence bring you closer to your dreams and fill your life with joy and success.
Happy Radha Ashtami Images, cards and photos to share
Sharing such wishes and messages not only spreads joy but also strengthens the spirit of devotion.
(Note: Dates/timings may be subject to change; details mentioned here are as per the information available.)
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