Why Is The Apra Ekadashi Fast Observed? Know Date, Significance, And More

Apara Ekadashi 2025: Observing Apara Ekadashi fast leads to attaining heaven and gives results similar to performing pind-daan for ancestors. It helps in destroying sins.

Apra Ekadashi 2025

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Apara Ekadashi 2025: Apara Ekadashi is considered the most important fast for liberation from sins. It is observed on the 11th day of the Shukla Paksha in the month of Jyestha every year. It is believed to open paths to immense wealth. If ancestors are wandering in the realm of spirits, this fast is significant in helping them attain salvation. Know the date, timing, and importance of Apara Ekadashi this year.

Apara Ekadashi 2025 Date 

Apara Ekadashi will be observed on Friday, 23rd May 2025. It is believed that worshipping Lord Vishnu, reciting Vishnu Sahasranama, and chanting Vishnu stotras on this day brings miraculous benefits.

Apara Ekadashi 2025 Muhurat

The Ekadashi of the Shukla Paksha in Jyestha month will begin at 1:12 AM on 23rd May 2025 and end at 10:29 PM on the same day.

• Puja Muhurat: 5:26 AM to 10:35 AM.

Apara Ekadashi Vrat Paran

The Apara Ekadashi Vrat Paran will be observed on 24th May 2025. The ideal time for breaking the fast is from 5:26 AM to 8:11 AM. The Dwadashi will end at 7:20 PM on the same day. During this time, devotees offer prayers and perform rituals to complete the fast, seeking blessings and prosperity.

Why Is Apara Ekadashi Fast Observed?

On Apara Ekadashi, one is relieved from financial and mental troubles. It grants immense wealth and virtues, and eliminates all sins. Those who observe this fast gain fame in the world.

Sins Removed On Apara Ekadashi

According to religious texts, observing the Apara Ekadashi fast destroys sins committed knowingly or unknowingly, such as the sin of cow slaughter, slander, false testimony, adultery, lying, and other sins. It leads to liberation and resolves all financial and mental issues in life.

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