Vaikunta Ekadasi 2025: Traditions and Celebrations

Discover the significance of Vaikunta Ekadasi 2025. Explore rituals, traditions, and celebrations linked to this auspicious day in Hindu culture.

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Edited by Saibal Bose

Vaikunta Ekadasi 2025: A Day of Spiritual Devotion and Grand Celebrations

Vaikunta Ekadasi is one of the most auspicious occasions in the Hindu calendar. It will be celebrated with great fervor on Fri, 10 Jan, 2025. This sacred day, dedicated to Lord Vishnu, marks an opportunity for devotees to seek His blessings and gain spiritual enlightenment.

Significance of Vaikunta Ekadasi

Vaikunta Ekadasi falls during the Shukla Paksha (waxing moon phase) of the Margashirsha month, as per the Hindu lunar calendar. It is believed that on this day, the gates of Vaikunta, the celestial abode of Lord Vishnu, remain open. Devotees who fast and pray with devotion are said to attain moksha (liberation). They are believed to be freed from the cycle of birth and death.

This day holds special importance in Vaishnavism, where Lord Vishnu is revered as the Supreme Being. The legend of this festival is rooted in the belief that Vishnu defeated the demon Muran on this day. He protected the world from evil and granted humanity the promise of salvation.

Traditions and Celebrations

Temples dedicated to Lord Vishnu, particularly those in South India, come alive with grandeur on Vaikunta Ekadasi. Major Vishnu temples draw many devotees. Notable among them are the Sri Ranganathaswamy Temple in Srirangam, Tirumala Venkateswara Temple, and Padmanabhaswamy Temple in Kerala. These temples see a massive influx of visitors.

The opening of the Vaikunta Dwaram is one of the key rituals. This special entrance in Vishnu temples symbolizes the gateway to Vaikunta. Devotees pass through this door, chanting Vishnu’s names and offering prayers.

Other traditions include:

• Fasting: Many follow a strict fast, refraining from consuming grains and focusing on fruits, milk, and simple meals. The fast begins at sunrise and ends after the morning prayers on Dwadashi (the next day).
• All-night Vigil: Devotees often stay awake throughout the night, singing bhajans and hymns in praise of Lord Vishnu.
• Charity and Acts of Kindness: Many people use the occasion to carry out charitable acts. This includes feeding the underprivileged. They also donate to temples.

Global Celebrations

Vaikunta Ekadasi is celebrated not just in India but also by Hindu communities worldwide. Temples in countries like the USA, UK, Australia, and Singapore host special events, including cultural performances, discourses, and elaborate rituals.

Message of the Day

Vaikunta Ekadasi is a reminder to embrace virtues like compassion, humility, and devotion. It is a day for spiritual reflection, surrender to the divine, and seeking inner peace.

As devotees prepare for the day, the chants of “Om Namo Narayanaya” resonate, creating an atmosphere of divine bliss. This Vaikunta Ekadasi will bring peace, prosperity, and spiritual growth to all!

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