Vaikunta Ekadashi, one of the most significant Ekadashis of the year dedicated to Lord Vishnu, will be observed on 30 December 2025. The day holds immense spiritual importance as it is believed to help the soul attain divine connection with the Supreme.
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Morning Rituals And Worship Of Lord Vishnu
Devotees begin the day by waking up during Brahma Muhurta and taking a holy bath. A traditional worship ceremony is performed for Lord Vishnu (Narayana), offering yellow clothes, flowers, sandalwood, roli, incense, lamp, fruits, and sweets. Lighting a lamp of pure cow ghee is considered highly auspicious, believed to bring prosperity, wealth, and positive energy into the home.
Tulsi Worship And Important Precautions
It is considered auspicious to plant or worship a Tulsi plant on Vaikunta Ekadashi. Tulsi leaves are dear to Lord Vishnu and must be included in the offerings. However, devotees must avoid pouring water on the Tulsi plant on this particular day, as it is believed that Goddess Tulsi observes a strict fast (Nirjala Vrat) on Ekadashi.
Significance Of Reciting Lakshmi Chalisa
Reciting the Lakshmi Chalisa on Vaikunta Ekadashi is considered extremely beneficial. As the day is dedicated to both Lord Vishnu and Goddess Lakshmi, devotees visit Vishnu temples where special darshan is offered through the symbolic ‘Vaikunta Dwar’ or ‘Gate to Heaven’. This practice is believed to remove obstacles and fulfil devotees’ wishes.
Charity And Donations For Prosperity
Offering food to the poor, Brahmins, and young girls on this day holds great significance. Donating yellow clothes, chana dal, turmeric, saffron, fruits, sweets, and holy scriptures such as the Bhagavad Gita is believed to bring financial stability and bless the household with happiness and abundance.
Chanting For Peace And Wealth
Chanting the Mahamantra, "Hare Krishna Hare Krishna, Krishna Krishna Hare Hare, Hare Rama Hare Rama, Rama Rama Hare Hare", is considered highly auspicious. Devotees believe that chanting it with devotion on Vaikunta Ekadashi brings peace, joy, and blessings of prosperity.
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