Ekadashi Calendar 2025: Dates, Meditation, Significance
2025 Ekadashi Calendar, Meditation Dates, Significance, and Benefits
Ekadashi, the 11th day of the lunar cycle, holds immense spiritual importance in Hinduism. Observed twice every month, it is a day of fasting, prayer, and meditation dedicated to Lord Vishnu. By observing Ekadashi and engaging in mantra jaap and meditation, devotees can achieve inner peace, spiritual growth, and a deeper connection with the divine. In this article, we explore the 2025 Ekadashi calendar, the significance of various mantras, and the benefits of meditation.
2025 Ekadashi Calendar with Dates and Significance
Ekadashi January 2025
Pausha Putrada Ekadashi: January 10, Friday (Shukla Paksha)
Significance: Dedicated to Lord Vishnu, this Ekadashi is observed by couples seeking progeny.
Auspicious Timings: Begins at 12:22 PM, January 9; Ends at 10:19 AM, January 10.
Shattila Ekadashi: January 25, Saturday (Krishna Paksha)
Significance: Known for its emphasis on charity and devotion, sesame seeds (til) are offered to Lord Vishnu.
Auspicious Timings: Begins at 07:25 PM, January 24; Ends at 08:31 PM, January 25. (Join January Ekadashi Free Meditation)
Ekadashi February 2025
Jaya Ekadashi: February 8, Saturday (Shukla Paksha)
Significance: Symbolises victory over evil and material attachments.
Auspicious Timings: Begins at 09:26 PM, February 7; Ends at 08:15 PM, February 8.
Vijaya Ekadashi: February 24, Monday (Krishna Paksha)
Significance: Grants spiritual victory over struggles and obstacles.
Auspicious Timings: Begins at 01:55 PM, February 23; Ends at 01:44 PM, February 24. (Join February Ekadashi Free Meditation)
Ekadashi March 2025
Amalaki Ekadashi: March 10, Monday (Shukla Paksha)
Significance: A special day dedicated to Amalaki (Indian gooseberry), symbolising the health of both the body and soul.
Auspicious Timings: Begins at 07:45 AM, March 9; Ends at 07:44 AM, March 10.
Papmochani Ekadashi: March 25, Tuesday (Krishna Paksha)
Significance: A day for atonement, believed to wash away sins and grant liberation.
Auspicious Timings: Begins at 05:05 AM, March 25; Ends at 03:45 AM, March 26. (Join March Ekadashi Free Meditation)
Ekadashi April 2025
Kamada Ekadashi: April 8, Tuesday (Shukla Paksha)
Significance: Known as the day for fulfilling wishes, it is also significant for worshiping Lord Vishnu and seeking blessings for peace and prosperity.
Auspicious Timings: Begins at 08:00 PM, April 7; Ends at 09:12 PM, April 8.
Varuthini Ekadashi: April 24, Thursday (Krishna Paksha)
Significance: A day for meditation and prayer, Varuthini Ekadashi is believed to free devotees from troubles and obstacles.
Auspicious Timings: Begins at 04:43 PM, April 23; Ends at 02:32 PM, April 24. (Join April Ekadashi Free Meditation)
Ekadashi May 2025
Mohini Ekadashi: May 8, Thursday (Shukla Paksha)
Significance: Mohini Ekadashi is observed to seek blessings from Lord Vishnu for a peaceful and prosperous life.
Auspicious Timings: Begins at 10:19 AM, May 7; Ends at 12:29 PM, May 8.
Apara Ekadashi: May 23, Friday (Krishna Paksha)
Significance: This Ekadashi is dedicated to Lord Vishnu, and fasting on this day is believed to remove all obstacles and grant spiritual elevation.
Auspicious Timings: Begins at 01:12 AM, May 23; Ends at 10:29 PM, May 23. (Join May Ekadashi Free Meditation)
Ekadashi June 2025
Nirjala Ekadashi: June 6, Friday (Shukla Paksha)
Significance: Nirjala Ekadashi is one of the most significant fasts, where devotees refrain from both food and water to gain spiritual purity.
Auspicious Timings: Begins at 02:15 AM, June 6; Ends at 04:47 AM, June 7.
Vaishnava Nirjala Ekadashi: June 7, Saturday (Shukla Paksha)
Significance: The same as Nirjala Ekadashi but observed by Vaishnavas.
Auspicious Timings: Begins at 02:15 AM, June 6; Ends at 04:47 AM, June 7. (Join June Ekadashi Free Meditation)
Ekadashi July 2025
Kamika Ekadashi: July 21, Monday (Krishna Paksha)
Significance: Kamika Ekadashi is believed to grant spiritual peace and fulfill the desires of devotees who observe the fast.
Auspicious Timings: Begins at 12:12 PM, July 20; Ends at 09:38 AM, July 21. (Join July Ekadashi Free Meditation)
Ekadashi August 2025
Aja Ekadashi: August 19, Tuesday (Krishna Paksha)
Significance: Aja Ekadashi is observed for spiritual liberation and for attaining blessings from Lord Vishnu.
Auspicious Timings: Begins at 05:22 PM, August 18; Ends at 03:32 PM, August 19. (Join August Ekadashi Free Meditation)
Ekadashi September 2025
Indira Ekadashi: September 17, Wednesday (Krishna Paksha)
Significance: Indira Ekadashi is a day to seek forgiveness for past misdeeds and to pray for ancestral peace.
Auspicious Timings: Begins at 12:21 AM, September 17; Ends at 11:39 PM, September 17. (Join Spetember Ekadashi Free Meditation)
Ekadashi October 2025
Papankusha Ekadashi: October 3, Friday (Shukla Paksha)
Significance: Papankusha Ekadashi is a day to fast and cleanse one's soul by praying to Lord Vishnu for protection from all sins.
Auspicious Timings: Begins at 07:10 PM, October 2; Ends at 06:32 PM, October 3.
Rama Ekadashi: October 17, Friday (Krishna Paksha)
Significance: Observing this Ekadashi brings the blessings of Lord Rama, and devotees seek his divine grace to remove their struggles.
Auspicious Timings: Begins at 10:35 AM, October 16; Ends at 11:12 AM, October 17. (Join October Ekadashi Free Meditation)
Ekadashi November 2025
Devutthana Ekadashi: November 1, Saturday (Shukla Paksha)
Significance: Devutthana Ekadashi marks the awakening of Lord Vishnu from his yogic sleep, signifying the beginning of the auspicious period for all religious activities.
Auspicious Timings: Begins at 09:11 AM, November 1; Ends at 07:31 AM, November 2.(Join November Ekadashi Free Meditation)
Ekadashi December 2025
Mokshada Ekadashi: December 1, Monday (Shukla Paksha)
Significance: This is a sacred day when devotees observe fasting to seek liberation (moksha) and blessings from Lord Vishnu.
Auspicious Timings: Begins at 09:29 PM, November 30; Ends at 07:01 PM, December 1. (Join December Ekadashi Free Meditation)
Significance of Ekadashi Meditation
Ekadashi is more than just a fast; it is a day to focus on the divine through meditation and mantra chanting. Each Ekadashi has unique significance, offering devotees a chance to:
Purify the mind and body.
Seek blessings for personal and spiritual growth.
Gain liberation from past sins.
Mantra meditation on this auspicious day amplifies its spiritual benefits.
Powerful Mantras for Ekadashi Meditation
1. Vishnu Mantra Jaap
Mantra: “Om Namo Bhagavate Vasudevaya”
Significance: Chanting this mantra invokes Lord Vishnu’s blessings, helping devotees achieve peace and prosperity.
2. Vishnu Sahasranama Jaap
Mantra: Recitation of the thousand names of Vishnu.
Significance: Promotes mental clarity, spiritual growth, and protection from negativity.
3. Hanuman Chalisa Jaap Meditation
Mantra: Verses from the Hanuman Chalisa.
Significance: Strengthens willpower, removes obstacles, and instills courage.
4. Gayatri Mantra Jaap Meditation
Mantra: “Om Bhur Bhuvah Swaha Tat Savitur Varenyam Bhargo Devasya Dheemahi Dhiyo Yo Nah Prachodayat”
Significance: Awakens the mind, purifies thoughts, and enhances spiritual energy.
5. Maha Mrityunjaya Mantra Jaap Meditation
Mantra: “Om Tryambakam Yajamahe Sugandhim Pushtivardhanam, Urvarukamiva Bandhanan Mrityor Mukshiya Maamritat.”
Significance: Offers healing, protection from fear, and liberation from the cycle of life and death.
Benefits of Meditation on Ekadashi
1. Spiritual Growth
Enhances self-awareness and inner peace.
Connects the devotee to the divine energy of Lord Vishnu.
2. Mental Clarity and Emotional Stability
Reduces stress and anxiety.
Helps in cultivating patience, focus, and mindfulness.
3. Physical Health Benefits
Supports detoxification of the body through fasting and meditation.
Improves energy levels and reduces fatigue.
4. Enhances Inner Peace
Brings balance to life by harmonsing the mind and soul.
Helps in overcoming challenges with a positive outlook.
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Learn the art of mantra jaap meditation.
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Ekadashi is a day of spiritual cleansing and renewal. By observing its fast, chanting powerful mantras, and engaging in meditation, devotees can experience profound spiritual growth and inner peace. Make 2025 a year of transformation by aligning yourself with the sacred practices of Ekadashi. For guided meditation and free sessions, visit the NKB Divine Meditation Centre in Delhi.
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