Ekadashi fast 2025
Ekadashi fast has been given special importance in Hindu religious scriptures, which is dedicated to Lord Vishnu. Ekadashi fast is observed twice every month – one on the Ekadashi tithi of Krishna Paksha, the other on the Ekadashi tithi of Shukla Paksha. Every Ekadashi has its own name and significance, by doing which one gets different results. To start Ekadashi fast for the first time, it is considered necessary to observe an auspicious day. Let us tell you when should you start Ekadashi fasting for the first time and how many fasts should you observe.
When should Ekadashi fast be started? (When to start Ekadashi fast)
Ekadashi of Krishna Paksha of Margashirsha month, which is called Utpana Ekadashi, is the most auspicious and best time to start Ekadashi fast for the first time. According to mythological beliefs, Ekadashi Mata was born on Utpanna Ekadashi day. Apart from this, you can start the fast from any Ekadashi, but it is most auspicious to start from Utpanna Ekadashi.
When is Utpanna Ekadashi 2025? (When is Utpanna Ekadashi)
According to the Panchang, Utpanna Ekadashi of Krishna Paksha of Margashirsha month is on 15 November 2025. Ekadashi fasting date will be from 12.49 am on 15th November to 2.37 am on 16th November. In such a situation, Ekadashi fast can be started from 15th November. This day is very auspicious.
Who should observe Ekadashi fast?
Anyone can observe Ekadashi fast. This fast can be observed by any person to please Lord Vishnu who can be married, unmarried, children, widows, men and women.
How many Ekadashi fasts should be observed?
Ekadashi fast comes 24 to 26 times in a year, in which there are two Ekadashis in a month. According to religious beliefs, there is a rule to observe Ekadashi fast for at least 5 to 11 years. If you have the capacity then you can keep the fast throughout your life, whereas if you do not have the capacity then you should fast for at least one year and do Udyapan.
Benefits of Ekadashi fast
According to religious beliefs, Ekadashi fast destroys sins, grants salvation and brings happiness and prosperity to the house. It is believed that observing Ekadashi fast brings happiness in life, grants blessings of Lord Vishnu and Mother Lakshmi, increases wealth and fulfills all wishes.
How to start Ekadashi fast for the first time?
To start Ekadashi fast for the first time, you can see the procedure given below:-
Dashami evening: Consume satvik food from the evening of Dashami and do not eat at night.
Purity: Wake up early in the morning, take bath and wear clean clothes.
Resolution of fasting:- With water and flowers in hand, “O Lord, by your grace I am taking a pledge to observe Ekadashi fast. Please give me the strength to complete this fast.” Saying this, take a pledge to fast.
Certainly:- Decide whether you will observe both Ekadashi fasts of the month or only one.
Prayer:- Light a lamp in the temple, anoint Lord Vishnu with Ganga water and offer him flowers and Tulsi leaves.
What should we eat:- During the fast, you can eat fruits, milk, curd, buttermilk, sago, or things made from buckwheat flour.
What not to eat:- Onion, garlic, grains and pulses should be avoided during Ekadashi fast.
Satvik diet:- Use satvik things in offering also, which must include Tulsi.
Rule:- Do not sweep the house during Ekadashi fast, so that micro organisms do not die.
Don’t:- Do not get hair and nails cut during Ekadashi fast.
Parana:- On Dwadashi Tithi, give food and charity to any needy person.
Donation:- After serving food to a Brahmin or a needy person, eat the food yourself and break the fast.
Tulsi Dal:- Parana can be done by putting Ganga water and Tulsi leaves in the mouth.
Keep in mind:- The first morsel of food should be given to the cow, animals, birds or family members.
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