Mohini Ekadashi 2025 is a profoundly important and auspicious occasion in Hinduism, aimed at the veneration of Lord Vishnu and Maa Lakshmi. Followers engage in fasting and prayers to obtain their blessings for spiritual enlightenment and freedom from past transgressions. This Ekadashi, which occurs during the Shukla Paksha (waxing phase) of the Vaishakha month, is observed between late April and May in the Gregorian calendar. The day carries great significance for fostering devotion, purity, and internal tranquility.

Mohini Ekadashi 2025 shubh muhurat

Mohini Ekadashi is observed on Thursday, May 8. As per Drik Panchang, the favorable timings to celebrate the occasion are as follows:

Parana time - 05:34 AM to 08:16 AM, May 9

On Parana Day, dwadashi end moment - 02:56 PM

Ekadashi tithi begins - 10:19 AM on May 07, 2025

Ekadashi tithi ends - 12:29 PM on May 08, 2025

Mohini Ekadashi vrat katha

Long ago, near the banks of the Sarasvati river, there existed a thriving city named Bhadrawati, governed by the wise and fair King Dyutimaan. Among the inhabitants was a affluent merchant referred to as Dhanpal, recognized for his kindness and devotion to Lord Vishnu. Although Dhanpal had five sons, his youngest son was wayward, associating himself with bad company, including a prostitute. Upon discovering his son's conduct, Dhanpal cast him out of the home, and the youth was shunned by everyone in the town.

Left without shelter and impoverished, he wasted his riches and turned to theft. Even though the king initially showed him mercy, he continued his wicked behavior and was ultimately expelled from the kingdom. While wandering in the forest, he began killing animals to survive. Overcome with guilt and remorse, he came across the ashram of Sage Kauntinya. When a few drops of consecrated bathwater from the sage touched him, the boy experienced a transformation in his heart and sought redemption.

The kind sage instructed him to observe the fast of Mohini Ekadashi, which occurs during the Shukla Paksha of Vaisakha. The boy kept the fast with genuine devotion, and gradually, his heart was cleansed. He became dedicated to Lord Vishnu and ultimately achieved liberation, his sins eradicated.

Mohini Ekadashi vrat rituals

On Ekadashi, commence the day with a ceremonial bath and commit to observing the fast. Observe a strict fast for the entire day, either completely without water (nirjal) or by eating only fruits (phalahar). Dedicate yourself to worshipping Lord Vishnu, presenting Tulsi leaves in reverence. Remain awake the entire night, participating in bhajans and kirtans. The fast culminates on Dwadashi by giving food and charity (dakshina) to a Brahmin, fulfilling the sacred observance.

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