Rama Ekadashi 2025Image Credit source: AI
Rama ekadashi 2025 date: Ekadashi date has special significance in Hindu religion and among these, Ekadashi of Krishna Paksha of Kartik month, which is known as Rama Ekadashi, is considered very auspicious. This fast is dedicated to both Goddess Lakshmi and Lord Vishnu. On this day, worshiping with rituals removes poverty and brings happiness and prosperity. Let us know when is Rama Ekadashi in the year 2025 and what are the correct methods and rules for worshiping at home, so that you can get the complete blessings of Lord Hari.
When is Rama Ekadashi? (When is Rama Ekadashi 2025)
Date: According to the Panchang, the Ekadashi date of Krishna Paksha of Kartik month will start on 16 October 2025 at 10.34 am. At the same time, Ekadashi Tithi will end the next day on 17 October 2025 at 11:12 am.
Fast day: According to Udayatithi, the fast of Rama Ekadashi will be observed on Friday, October 17.
Correct method of worship at home on Rama Ekadashi (Rama Ekadashi Puja Vidhi at Home)
Resolution of fasting: On the day of Ekadashi, wake up early in the morning, take bath and wear clean clothes. After this clean the puja room. Taking water and rice in hand, take a pledge that ‘I am observing the fast of Rama Ekadashi today’.
Kalash installation: Spread a yellow cloth on a stool. Install the idol or picture of Lord Vishnu (or Laddu Gopal) and Mata Lakshmi.
Worship material: Bathe the Lord with Panchamrit (milk, curd, ghee, honey, Ganga water). Offer sandalwood, turmeric, roli, akshat (rice), perfume, basil leaves, yellow flowers, fruits and naivedya (offering).
Glory of Tulsi: It is mandatory to use Tulsi Dal in the worship of Lord Vishnu. God does not accept offerings without Tulsi.
Lamp and incense: Light a lamp of cow ghee and burn incense sticks.
Mantra chanting: Chant the mantra of Lord Vishnu “Om Namo Bhagwate Vasudevay” 108 times. Reciting Vishnu Sahasranama is also considered very auspicious.
Story listening: Read or listen to the fasting story of Rama Ekadashi.
Hindu ritual of worship: Finally, perform aarti of Lord Vishnu and Mother Lakshmi and pray to them to fulfill your wishes.
Apologies: Apologize to the Lord for any mistake made during worship.
Bhog distribution: After the puja is over, distribute the food as Prasad.
Important rules of Rama Ekadashi fast (Rama Ekadashi Vrat Niyam)
Food prohibited: Food is not consumed on the day of Ekadashi. You can take fruits (fruits, milk, water) during the fast.
Rice prohibited: Eating rice on the day of Ekadashi is strictly prohibited. It is believed that eating rice on this day gives birth to insects in the next life.
Anger and evil: The mind should be kept calm on this day. Do not speak ill of anyone, do not lie and avoid anger.
Following celibacy: On the day of Ekadashi, celibacy should be followed physically and mentally.
Dwadashi Parana: Parana (breaking of fast) should be done only after sunrise the next day on Dwadashi tithi (18th October). Parana is always done in auspicious time only.
Disclaimer: The information given in this news is based on religious beliefs and general information. TV9 Bharatvarsha does not confirm this.