Vaikuntha Chaturdashi and Anang Trayodashi are two highly sacred observances that fall on Saturday, December 13, 2025. Both these vrats are deeply spiritual — one dedicated to Lord Vishnu, the protector of the universe, and the other to Lord Shiva for divine grace and marital harmony.
When these two auspicious observances coincide, the day becomes a rare celestial blessing uniting Lord Vishnu and Lord Shiva’s divine energies — symbolizing unity between preservation and destruction, balance and transformation.
🕉️ Date, Day & Tithi
- Date: Saturday, December 13, 2025
- Tithi: Shukla Trayodashi (13th day of bright lunar fortnight)
- Day: Saturday
- Deity: Lord Vishnu and Lord Shiva
🌿 Vaikuntha Chaturdashi 2025 – Significance
Vaikuntha Chaturdashi is one of the few festivals where both Lord Vishnu and Lord Shiva are worshipped together. According to Hindu scriptures, on this day Lord Vishnu visited Kashi (Varanasi) to offer 1,000 lotuses to Lord Shiva. When he found one missing, Vishnu plucked out one of his eyes and offered it in devotion — pleased by such sincerity, Lord Shiva blessed Vishnu and declared that those who worship both deities on this day will attain Vaikuntha (heavenly abode) after life.
Hence, devotees perform joint puja of both deities to seek spiritual liberation (moksha) and divine blessings.
🔱 Anang Trayodashi Vrat – The Vow of Love & Purity
Anang Trayodashi Vrat is observed on the same day as Vaikuntha Chaturdashi. It is dedicated to Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati, and is associated with the revival of Kamadeva (the God of Love).
According to legend, when Lord Shiva burned Kamadeva to ashes for disturbing his meditation, Goddess Parvati performed deep penance to calm him. On this Trayodashi tithi, Shiva revived Kamadeva as Anang — the formless one.
Hence, this day symbolizes the triumph of divine love, purity, and grace. Devotees observe this vrat for happy married life, peaceful relationships, and inner purity.
🌼 Puja Vidhi for Vaikuntha Chaturdashi
Morning Rituals
- Take a holy bath early in the morning and wear clean clothes.
- Take a Sankalp (vow) to observe the fast with devotion.
- Offer Tulsi leaves, lotus flowers, and Panchamrit to Lord Vishnu.
- Chant Vishnu Sahasranama and Om Namo Narayanaya mantra.
Evening Puja (Shiva-Vishnu Worship)
- Offer Bilva leaves to Lord Shiva and Tulsi leaves to Lord Vishnu.
- Light ghee lamps and recite Shiva Stotra and Vishnu Chalisa.
- If possible, visit a Vishnu or Shiva temple (especially in Kashi or Tirupati).
- Donate food, clothing, or money to the poor and feed Brahmins.
🌸 Mantras for the Day
For Lord Vishnu:
“Om Namo Bhagavate Vasudevaya”
For Lord Shiva:
“Om Namah Shivaya”
For Harmony & Liberation:
“Om Namo Narayanaya Namah Shivaya”
✨ Benefits of Observing Vaikuntha Chaturdashi & Anang Trayodashi
- Attainment of moksha (liberation) and removal of sins
- Harmony between husband and wife
- Blessings of Lord Vishnu and Lord Shiva together
- Increases spiritual awareness and divine grace
- Brings peace, prosperity, and good health
🌙 Spiritual Insight
The convergence of Vaikuntha Chaturdashi and Anang Trayodashi teaches that divine love and devotion can overcome ego and separation. Worshipping both Shiva and Vishnu represents oneness beyond duality, where the seeker transcends material desires and embraces spiritual bliss.
🪶 Conclusion
On December 13, 2025, observing Vaikuntha Chaturdashi and Anang Trayodashi opens a spiritual doorway toward divine union, prosperity, and enlightenment. Devotees who sincerely fast and perform puja are believed to attain divine protection and eternal peace in Vaikuntha.
May Lord Vishnu and Lord Shiva bless all with devotion, strength, and ultimate liberation. 🌺
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