📅 December 15, 2025 – Saphala Ekadashi
Date: Monday, 15 December 2025
Tithi: Pausha, Krishna Ekadashi
Day: Monday
Saphala Ekadashi is an important Ekadashi observed in the Krishna Paksha of Pausha month. It is dedicated to Lord Vishnu, and observing this Ekadashi is believed to remove sins, bring prosperity, and fulfill desires. Devotees perform fasting and special prayers to seek the blessings of the preserver deity, Lord Vishnu.
🔹 Significance of Saphala Ekadashi
- Saphala Ekadashi is believed to provide spiritual cleansing, helping devotees overcome past mistakes and attain liberation (moksha).
- Observing the fast and offering prayers brings material prosperity, happiness, and mental peace.
- The day is especially significant for those seeking success in business, education, and personal endeavors.
🔹 Rituals and Observances
- Fasting (Upavasa): Devotees observe a strict fast, consuming only fruits, milk, and sattvic foods. Some may opt for a complete water fast.
- Puja & Offerings:
- Set up an idol or picture of Lord Vishnu.
- Offer Tulsi leaves, flowers, fruits, and water.
- Recite Vishnu Sahasranama or Ekadashi mantras.
- Chanting & Aarti: Recite “Om Namo Bhagavate Vasudevaya” and perform aarti in the morning or evening.
- Charity (Daan): Donating food, clothes, or money on this day is highly auspicious.
- Breaking the Fast: The fast is broken on the following day (Dwadashi) after performing Vishnu puja.
🔹 Benefits of Observing Saphala Ekadashi
- Removes sins and negative karmas.
- Brings health, wealth, and spiritual growth.
- Provides mental peace and emotional balance.
- Ensures blessings for long-term success in personal and professional life.
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