Ekadashi is a highly sacred day in the Hindu calendar, dedicated to Lord Vishnu. Occurring twice each lunar month, Ekadashi falls on the eleventh day ("Ekadashi" means "eleventh") of both the waxing (Shukla Paksha) and waning (Krishna Paksha) moon phases. Fasting and prayers on Ekadashi are believed to purify the mind and body and bring spiritual benefits. Here’s everything you need to know about the Ekadashis in october 2025:
1. Papankusha Ekadashi – october 2, 2025
· Date: october 2, 2025 (Thursday)
· Paksha: krishna Paksha (Waning phase of the moon)
· Significance:
Papankusha Ekadashi is dedicated to Lord vishnu and is believed to absolve devotees from sins and negative karma. Observing fast on this day is said to protect against diseases and grant spiritual purification. It is also associated with Lord Krishna’s act of destroying the demon Papankusha.
· Fasting Timings:
o Begins: Early morning of october 2
o Ends: Morning of october 3 after sunrise and performing rituals.
2. Rama Ekadashi – october 17, 2025
· Date: october 17, 2025 (Friday)
· Paksha: Shukla Paksha (Waxing phase of the moon)
· Significance:
Rama Ekadashi is named after Lord Rama, an avatar of Vishnu, and symbolizes righteousness, devotion, and victory of good over evil. Devotees observe fasts and engage in prayers, chanting vishnu mantras, and reading scriptures to gain blessings of prosperity, peace, and spiritual growth.
· Fasting Timings:
o Begins: Early morning of october 17
o Ends: Morning of october 18 after sunrise and concluding rituals.
3. General Significance of Ekadashi
· Spiritual Benefits: Fasting and devotion on Ekadashi help in cleansing sins, improving focus, and deepening one’s spiritual connection.
· Health Benefits: Fasting may boost metabolism and detoxify the body.
· Popular Rituals:
o Abstaining from grains and certain foods
o Chanting Vishnu-related hymns and mantras
o Visiting temples and performing puja
Final Thoughts
Observing Papankusha and Rama Ekadashi in october 2025 offers devotees an opportunity to deepen their faith, seek blessings from Lord Vishnu, and promote physical and spiritual well-being. Mark your calendars and prepare to embrace these auspicious days with devotion and mindfulness.
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