Apara Ekadashi 2025 falls on Friday, May 23, 2025, during Krishna Paksha of Jyeshtha month. Grants 'boundless' (apara) merit. Particularly recommended for those seeking to free departed ancestors from restless states. Ekadashi is the 11th lunar day dedicated to Lord Vishnu — fasting on this day purifies the body and soul.
Fasting / Vrat
Apara Ekadashi
अपरा एकादशी
Friday, May 23, 2025Jyeshtha Masa
Significance
Observing Apara Ekadashi is one of the 24 sacred Ekadashi vrats prescribed in Hindu scriptures. Each Ekadashi carries unique spiritual benefits. Devotees fast from grains and beans, worship Lord Vishnu, and break the fast on the following Dwadashi tithi.
Rituals & Traditions
- Observing fast from sunrise to next day sunrise (nirjala or phalahar)
- Worshipping Lord Vishnu with tulsi leaves, flowers, and incense
- Reciting Vishnu Sahasranama and Ekadashi Vrat Katha
- Staying awake through the night (jagaran) with bhajans and meditation
- Breaking the fast during Dwadashi tithi the next morning
Panchang Details
Tithi
Krishna Ekadashi
Masa
Jyeshtha
Paksha
Krishna
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