22-05-2025
Apara Ekadashi 2025: Vrat timings, puja rituals, and importance of ekadashi
Apara Ekadashi or Achala Ekadashi is celebrated in the Krishna Paksha (waning phase of the moon) in the Hindu month of Jyeshtha. It is a part of the 24 Ekadashis, which are celebrated annually in the glory of Lord Vishnu. The followers opine that by keeping a fast on this day, they can achieve moksha (freedom), erase old mistakes, and acquire peace and prosperity in their Ekadashi is regarded as particularly strong for clearing evil karma and is reported to be of benefit to those who wish to be forgiven and grow spiritually. It is also believed that individuals who keep this vrat (fast) with dedication are bestowed with good luck, enhanced concentration, and spiritual EKADASHI 2025 DATE AND TITHI TIMINGS
TithiDate and TimeEkadashi Tithi BeginsMay 23, 2025 - 01:12 AMEkadashi Tithi EndsMay 23, 2025 - 10:29 PMParana TimeMay 24, 2025 - 05:25 AM to 08:10 AMParana Day Dwadashi End MomentMay 24, 2025 - 07:20 PMAPARA EKADASHI VRAT VIDHI AND PUJA RITUALSOn Apara Ekadashi, the believers maintain a rigorous fast and pass the day in meditation and prayers. Here's an easy step-by-step guide to the puja rituals:Early Morning Bath: Wake up early during Brahma Muhurat and take a sacred the Puja Area: Light a lamp using ghee or oil and keep an idol or photograph of Lord Give tulsi leaves, fruits, flowers, and incense to god. Read Vishnu Sahasranama or any other Vishnu Most people keep a nirjala vrat (fasting without water) while others consume fruits and milk. Fasting lasts until the next and Bhajans: People sing bhajans and stay awake Giving clothes, food, or money to the needy is auspicious on this Ekadashi 2025 is a spiritually uplifting day that is an opportunity for self-transformation. With genuine faith and the appropriate intentions, the holy day can bestow blessings of peace, wisdom, and bliss. Whether one keeps a strict fast or just commits the day to prayer and discipline, the key is devotion and a clean heart.
