Amalaki Ekadashi 2025: Date, Rituals, and Significance
Amalaki Ekadashi is celebrated during the Shukla Paksha (waxing moon phase) of the Hindu month Phalguna (February-March). This auspicious day is dedicated to the worship of the Amalaki tree (Indian Gooseberry) and Lord Vishnu. Devotees believe that fasting and praying on this day cleanse sins and guide them on the path to spiritual liberation.
Date and Timings
Ekadashi Date: Monday, March 10, 2025
Ekadashi Tithi Begins: 8:15 PM on March 8, 2025
Ekadashi Tithi Ends: 9:14 PM on March 9, 2025
Parana (Breaking the Fast): The fast should be broken after sunrise on the Dwadashi Tithi, following the completion of proper rituals. It's essential to observe Parana within the Dwadashi Tithi to ensure the vrat's fulfillment.
By: Team BookMyPooja
- 2024-12-26
Significance and Rituals
Fasting:
Devotees abstain from grains, pulses, and certain foods. Some observe a strict water-only fast, while others may consume fruits and milk. The purpose is to purify the mind and body while focusing on spiritual practices.
Worship Rituals:
Offerings are made to Lord Vishnu and the Amalaki tree, considered sacred in Hinduism.
The rituals often include lighting a lamp, reciting Vishnu Sahasranama, and offering flowers, fruits, and Tulsi leaves.
The Amalaki tree symbolizes health, prosperity, and divine presence.
Parana (Fast Breaking):
Parana is performed on Dwadashi Tithi, following all proper rituals. It is crucial to break the fast after sunrise and within the designated timings.
The Legend of Amalaki Ekadashi
The story of Amalaki Ekadashi highlights the importance of devotion:
King Chitraratha, a just and pious ruler, observed Amalaki Ekadashi with great dedication. On this day, Lord Vishnu's divine presence was believed to manifest in the Amalaki tree. A hunter, unknowingly fasting and taking refuge under the tree, reaped the rewards of Moksha (liberation) due to his unintentional devotion.
This legend underscores that even unintentional acts of devotion or kindness can lead to spiritual elevation, teaching the value of sincerity and faith.
How to Celebrate Amalaki Ekadashi at Home
Prepare an Altar:
Set up a clean space with a small idol or picture of Lord Vishnu. Place an Amalaki branch or leaves if possible.
Perform Puja:
Light a lamp, offer flowers, fruits, and Tulsi leaves, and chant Vishnu mantras or the Vishnu Sahasranama.
Fasting and Meditation:
Observe a fast according to your capacity and spend the day in meditation and spiritual reflection.
Share Prasadam:
Distribute the offerings (Prasadam) to family, friends, and neighbors.
Make Your Amalaki Ekadashi Special with BookMyPooja
Observing Amalaki Ekadashi is a spiritual journey, and to make it seamless, BookMyPooja offers a variety of puja services tailored to this auspicious day.
Make Your Amalaki Ekadashi Special with BookMyPooja
Observing Amalaki Ekadashi is a spiritual journey, and to make it seamless, BookMyPooja offers a variety of puja services tailored to this auspicious day.
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Recommended Pujas for Amalaki Ekadashi:
Vishnu Sahasranama Archana: Chanting the thousand names of Lord Vishnu for divine blessings.
Tulsi Vivah Ritual: A special ceremony symbolizing the union of Tulsi and Lord Vishnu.
Special Ekadashi Puja: A complete puja package to observe the vrat with all rituals.
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