When is Gayatri Jayanti in 2025? Know muhurat, rituals and significance
Gayatri Jayanti in 2025 lands on Friday, 6 June. This day, marked on Shukla Paksha Ekadashi during the Jyeshtha month according to the Hindu lunar calendar, celebrates the birth of Goddess Gayatri, revered as Veda Mata—the mother of all Vedas. Coinciding with Nirjala Ekadashi, a significant fast in Hindu tradition, this adds further spiritual resonance to the occasion.Shubh Muhurat for Gayatri Jayanti 2025Starts: June 6, 2025, at 2:15 AMEnds: June 7, 2025, at 4:47 AMThis auspicious period is ideal for performing puja, chanting the Gayatri Mantra, and engaging in meditation or spiritual reading.Why Gayatri Jayanti is celebratedGayatri Jayanti marks the birth of Goddess Gayatri, the embodiment of wisdom, strength, and prosperity, represented through her connection to Saraswati, Parvati, and Lakshmi. Devotees believe that chanting the Gayatri Mantra on this day brings mental clarity, spiritual awakening, and divine blessings.How devotees observe the dayPeople wake up early, take a holy bath, and wear clean clothes.The Gayatri Mantra is chanted 108 times or more.Many observe fasts, offer puja, and participate in Gayatri Havan.The day is important for students, seekers, and spiritual practitioners.Goddess Gayatri is believed to be the consort of Lord Brahma and is connected with the Trimurti—Brahma, Vishnu, and Shiva. She is seen as the divine energy that supports and protects the universe. Worshipping her on this day is a way to seek knowledge, guidance, and inner strength.Mantra'Om Bhur Bhuvah Swah, Tat Savitur Varenyam,Bhargo Devasya Dheemahi, Dhiyo Yo Nah Prachodayat.'Meaning: We meditate on the divine light of the Supreme Creator; may it guide our intellect.
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According to Hindu mythology and beliefs, Ekadashi is observed to worship as well as honour Lord Vishnu, the protector and sustainer of the universe. According to the Hindu scriptures, fasting on Ekadashi helps cleanse sins, purify the mind and body, and may bring spiritual upliftment. In fact, each Ekadashi has its own significance, but all these Ekadashi vrats are linked to improve self-control, devotion, and practice detachment from worldly pleasures. The Padma Purana and other Vedic texts describe that observing Ekadashi helps neutralize past karma, aids in controlling the senses, and contributes to spiritual awakening. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Tukarkan Bitcoin dan Ethereum - Tanpa Dompet Diperlukan! IC Markets MULAI SEKARANG Undo The day is also aligned with lunar cycles that affect human physiology, making fasting on this day not only spiritual but also beneficial to health, especially in promoting better digestion and mental clarity. What Makes Nirjala Ekadashi Special? Unlike other Ekadashis where one may consume fruits, milk, or water, Nirjala Ekadashi is unique for its strict austerity — no food, no water — for 24 hours. It is believed that those who are unable to observe all 24 Ekadashis in a year can observe just this one to gain the benefits of all. This Ekadashi is linked to Bhima, the mighty Pandava brother from the Mahabharata, who found it difficult to fast twice a month. Sage Vyasa advised him to observe just one Nirjala Ekadashi with full devotion and strictness, which would grant him the spiritual merit of all the other Ekadashis combined. Foods to Avoid on Ekadashi Ekadashi fasting comes with a clear set of dietary restrictions. The idea is to promote sattvic (pure) living, minimize indulgence, and enhance self-discipline. Here are the key foods that must be strictly avoided: Grains and Cereals Rice, wheat, lentils, barley, and any grain-based food (including roti, bread, and pasta) are strictly avoided. These are considered tamasic (promoting lethargy and dullness) and are believed to interfere with spiritual energy on Ekadashi. Beans and Pulses Legumes such as moong, chana, rajma, and urad dal are also forbidden. They are said to be harder to digest and considered impure (ashuddha) for this sacred day. Vegetables Like Onions and Garlic Onions and garlic, which are part of the tamasic and rajasic food categories, are also restricted as they are believed to increase agitation and impure thoughts. Spices and Additives Common additives like hing (asafoetida), baking soda, and certain preservatives are avoided because they are often processed with grains. Water (on Nirjala Ekadashi) While most Ekadashis allow drinking water, Nirjala Ekadashi prohibits even that — hence the name 'Nirjala.' This fast requires immense willpower and dedication. Why Should You Avoid Rice on Ekadashi? The abstinence from rice on Ekadashi has spiritual as well as mythological roots. According to a popular belief from the Bhavishya Purana, the rice grains consumed on Ekadashi transform into worms in the body, attracting negative karma. It is believed that the presiding deity of grains — Lord Vishnu himself — rests on Ekadashi. Therefore, consuming grains on this sacred day is considered and yogic traditions also suggest that grains, particularly rice, are heavy and increase inertia or 'tamas'. Avoiding them helps the body stay lighter and the mind clearer, which is ideal for spiritual practices such as meditation, chanting, and prayer. What Foods Are Allowed? 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