Vijaya Ekadashi holds significant importance in Hinduism. It is considered exceptionally auspicious. According to religious scriptures, observing this fast liberates one from sins and leads to success and victory in life. This year, Vijaya Ekadashi will be observed on February 24th, 2025.
Vijaya Ekadashi 2025: Auspicious Date and Significance
According to the Hindu Panchang, Vijaya Ekadashi falls on the Ekadashi of the Krishna Paksha (dark fortnight) in the month of Phalguna. This year, this auspicious date will conclude at 1:44 PM on February 24th. Religious beliefs state that observing this fast with proper rituals brings success in both worldly and spiritual life.
Glory of the Vijaya Ekadashi Fast
Religious texts describe that observing the Vijaya Ekadashi fast yields the merit equivalent to many sacrifices (yagnas). This fast is believed to grant liberation (moksha) to ancestors and contribute to the prosperity of offspring. It is also particularly beneficial for those seeking success in challenging endeavors.
Rituals for the Vijaya Ekadashi Fast
• Begin the day with a bath and make a resolve to observe the fast.
• Worship the deity Vishnu by adorning His idol or picture with yellow clothes.
• Offer incense, lamp, offerings (naivedya), Tulsi leaves, and Panchamrita for abhisheka (ritual bath).
• Offer fruits, sweets, and yellow flowers to Lord Vishnu.
• Spend the day in remembrance of Lord Vishnu and devotional singing (bhajans, kirtans).
• Keeping vigil (Ratrijagaran) at night multiplies the merit of the fast.
• Break the fast (Parana) the next day (Dwadashi) after donating to Brahmins.
Mantras for Vijaya Ekadashi Fast
• Om Namo Bhagavate Vasudevaya.
• Om Vishnave Namah.
• Om Narayanaya Vidmahe Vasudevaya Dhimahi Tanno Vishnu Prachodayat.
The Legendary Story of Vijaya Ekadashi
According to religious beliefs, during the Treta Yuga, when Lord Shri Ram reached the seashore to launch an attack on Lanka, he prayed to the sea god for passage. However, the sea god refused. Then, following the instructions of Vakdalabhya Muni, Shri Ram observed the Vijaya Ekadashi fast with proper rituals. The effect of this fast was that the sea granted passage to Lord Ram, enabling him to reach Lanka and conquer Ravana. Since then, this date has been celebrated as Vijaya Ekadashi.
The Vijaya Ekadashi fast is considered extremely auspicious and conducive to achieving victory. On this day, worshipping Lord Vishnu with faith and devotion removes all life's difficulties and brings victory and prosperity.
