Mokshada Ekadashi
Mokshada Ekadashi 2025: In Hindu religion, all Ekadashi dates are considered important, but Ekadashi of Margashirsha month is considered very special. This is because it is the favorite month of Shri Krishna, who is the incarnation of Lord Vishnu. Ekadashi of Shukla Paksha of Margashirsha i.e. Aghan month is called Mokshada Ekadashi, which is the second and last Ekadashi of this month. As the name suggests, it has been said to be the Ekadashi that bestows salvation. Let us know some important information related to Mokshada Ekadashi.
When is Mokshada Ekadashi fast?
This year the fast of Mokshada Ekadashi is on 1 December 2025. According to the Panchang, the Ekadashi tithi of Shukla Paksha of Margashirsha month will start on Monday, December 1 and will end on December 2 at 3:57 pm. In such a situation, it would be auspicious to observe the fast of Mokshada Ekadashi on 1st December. Mokshada Ekadashi Paran time is from 6:57 am to 9:03 am on 2 December 2025.
Why is Mokshada Ekadashi celebrated? (Mokshada Ekadashi significance)
Mokshada Ekadashi has been said to be the most virtuous and Vishnupriya Ekadashi among all the Ekadashis. Geeta Jayanti is also celebrated on this day. It is said that just by worshiping on this day, Shri Hari brings welfare to the person. Those ancestors who do not attain salvation, by offering them on this day, it is believed that they will attain salvation.
Importance of Mokshada Ekadashi (Mokshada Ekadashi benefits)
Mokshada Ekadashi is more important because it provides moksha (liberation) and gives peace to the ancestors. It is believed that on this day Lord Krishna gave the knowledge of Geeta to Arjun, hence it is also celebrated as Geeta Jayanti. By observing this fast, all sins are destroyed, wishes are fulfilled and happiness, peace and prosperity come in life.
Attainment of salvation: By observing this fast one attains salvation after death and becomes free from the bondage of rebirth.
Salvation of the ancestors: By following the rules of this fast and offering the virtuous results to the ancestors, they attain salvation.
Geeta Jayanti: On the day of Ekadashi of Margashirsha Shukla Paksha, Shri Krishna gave the knowledge of Bhagavad Gita to Arjun during the war of Mahabharata.
Destruction of sins: This fast destroys all types of sins and brings positivity in life.
Fulfillment of wishes: By fasting and worshiping on this day, all the wishes like children, wealth and marriage are fulfilled.
Attainment of Vaikuntha Lok: According to belief, by fasting on this Ekadashi, the seeker gets a place in Vaikuntha Lok.
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