Rama Ekadashi, a significant day in the Hindu calendar, will be celebrated on October 27, 2025. This day, observed during the month of Kartik, is dedicated to Lord Vishnu. Fasting on Rama Ekadashi is believed to cleanse one of all sins, equating to the merit earned from performing a thousand Ashwamedha Yagyas. Rituals on this day typically include chanting, offering panchamrit, and evening prayers.
Rama Ekadashi 2025
Rama Ekadashi is deeply revered in Hinduism, occurring twice each month during the Krishna Paksha and Shukla Paksha phases. This particular Ekadashi is observed on the 11th day of Krishna Paksha in Kartik month, underscoring its importance. Devotees engage in fasting and prayers, seeking relief from sins and suffering. Notably, this Ekadashi is also known as Rambha Ekadashi and Kartik Krishna Ekadashi. According to the Tamil calendar, it falls in the month of Puatassi, while in states like Karnataka, Gujarat, Maharashtra, and Andhra Pradesh, it is celebrated in Ashwina or Ashwayuja month. Observing this fast is believed to absolve individuals from severe sins, including Brahma Hatya, and lead them towards salvation.
Rama Ekadashi Date and Time
- Ekadashi Tithi Begins: October 26, 2025, at 06:53 PM
- Ekadashi Tithi Ends: October 27, 2025, at 09:20 PM
- Parana (Breaking the Fast) Time: October 28, 2025, from 07:48 AM to 09:58 AM
- Dwadashi End Moment: October 29, 2025, at 12:01 AM
Rama Ekadashi Significance
Rama Ekadashi carries immense religious and spiritual significance, especially since it takes place in the auspicious month of Kartik, which is entirely devoted to Lord Vishnu. Devotees who observe this fast are believed to be liberated from all sins and sufferings. This day is significant for those seeking relief from grave sins, such as the sin of Brahma Hatya. Observing the Rama Ekadashi Vrat is considered equivalent to performing thousands of Ashwamedha Yagyas.
Rama Ekadashi Puja Rituals
- Wake Up Early: Begin the day with an early morning bath.
- Clean the House: Ensure that the home, especially the puja room, is clean.
- Idol of Lord Vishnu: Bathe the idol with panchamrit.
- Offerings: Place the idol on a wooden plank, light a diya, and offer a garland, flowers, sweets, panchamrit, and Tulsi Patra.
- Chanting: Spend the day chanting “Om Namo Bhagavate Vasudevaye.”
- Evening Worship: In the evening, worship Lord Vishnu again by lighting a diya and reciting the Vishnu Sahasranaam and Shri Hari Stotram.
- Breaking the Fast: Break your fast with fruits and milk products.
- Parana Time: Devotees can break their fast on Dwadashi Tithi during the designated Parana time.
Mantras for Rama Ekadashi
- Om Namo Bhagavate Vasudevaye..!!
- Shree Krishna Govind Hare Murari, Hey Nath Narayan Vasudeva..!!
- Achyutam Keshavam Krishna Damodaram, Ram Narayanam Janki Vallabham..!!
- Hare Ram Hare Ram, Ram Ram Hare Hare, Hare Krishna Hare Krishna, Krishna Krishna Hare Hare..!!
- Ram Ram Raameti Rame Raame Manorame, Sahastranaam Tatulyam Ram Naam Varanane..!!
Rama Ekadashi Summary
Rama Ekadashi, a significant Hindu observance, will take place on October 27, 2025, during the auspicious month of Kartik. This day is dedicated to Lord Vishnu, and fasting is believed to absolve devotees of all sins, equivalent to the merit from performing a thousand Ashwamedha Yagyas. Rituals include chanting, offering panchamrit, and evening prayers.
The Ekadashi Tithi begins on October 26 and ends on October 27, with the breaking of the fast occurring on October 28. Observing Rama Ekadashi is considered a pathway to spiritual relief and salvation, especially for serious sins like Brahma Hatya. The day involves various rituals, including worshiping Lord Vishnu, making offerings, and chanting specific mantras.
