Fasting / Vrat

Papankusha Ekadashi

पापांकुशा एकादशी

Friday, October 3, 2025Ashvina Masa

Papankusha Ekadashi 2025 falls on Friday, October 3, 2025, during Shukla Paksha of Ashvina month. The 'hook that restrains sins.' Acts as a divine hook that pulls devotees out of the ocean of sin and suffering. Ekadashi is the 11th lunar day dedicated to Lord Vishnu — fasting on this day purifies the body and soul.

Significance

Observing Papankusha 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

Shukla Ekadashi

Masa

Ashvina

Paksha

Shukla

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