Vaikuntha Ekadashi 2025 Date, Tithi Time, Significance, Rituals
Posted on January 3, 2025
Vaikuntha Ekadashi is a significant festival in Hindu culture, celebrated with devotion and reverence, particularly by followers of Lord Vishnu. It falls on the 11th day (Ekadashi) of the lunar fortnight in the month of Margashirsha (December–January). The day holds immense spiritual importance as it is believed that the gates of Vaikuntha, the celestial abode of Lord Vishnu, open on this occasion.
Vaikuntha Ekadashi 2025 Date: Friday, January 10.
Ekadashi Tithi Begins – 12:22 PM on Jan 09, 2025.
Ekadashi Tithi Ends – 10:19 AM on Jan 10, 2025.
Significance
Vaikuntha Ekadashi is considered one of the most auspicious days in the Hindu calendar. Observing a fast and engaging in prayers on this day is believed to absolve devotees of their sins and grant them liberation (moksha). According to Hindu scriptures, those who observe the rituals of Vaikuntha Ekadashi with devotion are granted entry into Vaikuntha, bypassing the cycle of rebirth.
Rituals and Practices
Fasting: Devotees observe a strict fast, refraining from consuming grains and certain foods. Many opt for fruits, milk, and water throughout the day.
Temple Visits: Special prayers and rituals are held in Vishnu temples, especially in South India, where the day is celebrated with grandeur.
Vaikuntha Dwaram: In many temples, a special entrance called “Vaikuntha Dwaram” is opened, symbolizing the gates of heaven. Walking through this gate is considered highly auspicious.
Chanting and Prayers: Devotees engage in chanting Vishnu’s names, reciting the Vishnu Sahasranama (a hymn with 1,000 names of Vishnu), and participating in devotional songs and discourses.
Spiritual Essence
Vaikuntha Ekadashi is not just about rituals but also about inner purification. It encourages devotees to cultivate virtues like self-discipline, devotion, and detachment from material desires. The fast and prayers symbolize surrender to Lord Vishnu and a commitment to leading a life of righteousness. This sacred day unites devotees in their shared faith and devotion, offering a path toward spiritual upliftment and divine grace.
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