Mohini Ekadashi 2025 — Know Date, Puja Vidhi, And More

Mohini Ekadashi 2025: According to the Hindu Panchang, the Mohini Ekadashi vrat is observed on the Ekadashi tithi of the Shukla Paksha in the Vaishakh month. In 2025, Mohini Ekadashi will be observed on May 8. On this day, the Mohini form of Lord Vishnu is worshipped. Observing this vrat helps devotees remove all their sufferings.

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Which Form Of The Deity Is Worshipped On Mohini Ekadashi?

In Hinduism, there are 24 Ekadashis observed throughout the year. The Ekadashi tithi is dedicated to Lord Vishnu, and puja of Shri Hari is performed on this day. While all Ekadashis are considered important, the Ekadashi that falls during the Shukla Paksha of the Vaishakh month holds special significance. This Ekadashi is known as Mohini Ekadashi.

Mohini Ekadashi is celebrated to worship Lord Vishnu and his Mohini avatar. Devotees observe the Mohini Ekadashi fast to be freed from past sins and to lead a life filled with luxury and happiness. Observing the fast and performing puja on this day brings happiness, good fortune, and prosperity to the home. This year, three auspicious yogas are forming on the occasion of Mohini Ekadashi.

Mohini Ekadashi 2025 Date

  • Start of Vaishakh Shukla Ekadashi Tithi: May 7, 2025, at 10:19 AM
  • End of Vaishakh Shukla Ekadashi Tithi: May 8, 2025, at 12:29 PM

Auspicious Yoga

This year, on the day of Mohini Ekadashi, Bhadra Yoga is forming, which enhances the power of the vrat. Observing the fast and chanting during this yoga brings manifold spiritual merit.

Puja Vidhi 

  • On the day of Mohini Ekadashi, wake up during Brahma Muhurat and take a holy bath. After that, wear yellow clothes, remember Lord Vishnu, and begin the puja.
  • Then, chant the mantra "Om Namo Bhagavate Vasudevaya". Offer the sixteen traditional items, Shodashopachara, including dhoop, lamp (deep), and naivedya. In the evening, perform deep daan.
  • Offer yellow flowers and fruits to Lord Vishnu and seek forgiveness for any mistakes committed knowingly or unknowingly.
  • In the evening, worship Lord Vishnu again, and spend the night singing bhajans and kirtans, resting on the floor.
  • Next morning, take a bath again and invite Brahmins to offer them food and gifts as per your capacity. Finally, perform the Paaran.

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