Introduction to Utpanna Ekadashi 2025
Utpanna Ekadashi, a sacred fasting day in Hinduism, is observed during the Krishna Paksha of Margashirsha month. In 2025, it will be celebrated on Sunday, November 23. Devotees fast, pray to Lord Vishnu, and perform charity to seek divine blessings. This guide covers shubh muhurat, parana time, rituals, and the deep spiritual meaning behind this Ekadashi.
Utpanna Ekadashi 2025: Shubh Muhurat & Tithi Timing
The Ekadashi tithi begins at 10:02 PM on November 22, 2025, and ends at 07:28 PM on November 23, 2025. Since the tithi spans the entire day, November 23 is the fasting date.
- Fasting Period: Sunrise to sunset (November 23)
- Ideal Fast Start: Before sunrise (Brahma Muhurta)
Parana Time (Breaking the Fast)
Breaking the fast (Parana) must be done during Dwadashi tithi after sunrise.
- Parana Time: 6:45 AM to 9:17 AM on November 24, 2025
- Avoid Hari Vasara Period: After 9:17 AM (inauspicious for Parana)
How to Observe Utpanna Ekadashi: Rituals & Rules
1. Fasting (Vrat Vidhi)
- Nirjala or Phalahar: Strict fast without water or with fruits/milk.
- Avoid: Grains, beans, onion, garlic, and non-vegetarian food.
2. Puja & Mantras
- Take a holy bath before sunrise.
- Offer prayers to Lord Vishnu with tulsi leaves and diyas.
- Chant “Om Namo Bhagavate Vasudevaya” 108 times.
- Read or listen to the Utpanna Ekadashi Vrat Katha.
3. Charity (Daan Punya)
- Donate food, clothes, or funds to the needy.
- Feeding Brahmins or the poor enhances spiritual merit.
4. Things to Avoid
- Anger, dishonesty, and negative thoughts.
- Sleeping during the day (considered inauspicious).
Why Utpanna Ekadashi is Significant
According to the Brahma Vaivarta Purana, Ekadashi (as a goddess) emerged from Lord Vishnu to defeat the demon Mura. Observing this vrat:
✅ Destroys past sins and grants moksha (liberation).
✅ Protects from evil and brings prosperity.
✅ Helps ancestors attain peace if rituals are dedicated to them.
Mythological Story of Utpanna Ekadashi
When the demon Mura attacked Lord Vishnu in meditation, a divine energy named Ekadashi manifested and defeated him. Vishnu blessed her, declaring that those who observe this fast would gain spiritual liberation.
Final Thoughts & Preparations for 2025
Utpanna Ekadashi is a powerful day for cleansing karma and deepening devotion. Mark November 23, 2025, in your calendar and follow the rituals with sincerity for divine blessings.
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