Mohini Ekadashi 2025 falls on Thursday, May 8, 2025, during Shukla Paksha of Vaishakha month. Named after Lord Vishnu's enchanting Mohini avatar. Believed to break the chains of worldly attachment (moha) and grant spiritual liberation. Ekadashi is the 11th lunar day dedicated to Lord Vishnu — fasting on this day purifies the body and soul.
Fasting / Vrat
Mohini Ekadashi
मोहिनी एकादशी
Thursday, May 8, 2025Vaishakha Masa
Significance
Observing Mohini 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
Vaishakha
Paksha
Shukla
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