Varuthini Ekadashi April 2025: A Day of Spiritual Awakening and Inner Strength
Varuthini Ekadashi is one of the most spiritually significant Ekadashis observed in the Hindu lunar calendar. Falling during the Krishna Paksha (waning phase of the moon) in the month of Vaishakha, this sacred day is dedicated to Lord Vishnu, the preserver of the universe.
In 2025, Varuthini Ekadashi will be observed with devotion and reverence by millions of Hindus, offering a beautiful opportunity to cleanse the mind, purify the soul, and seek divine protection.
When Is Varuthini Ekadashi in April 2025?
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Ekadashi Tithi Begins: Thursday, April 24, 2025, at 10:19 AM
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Ekadashi Tithi Ends: Friday, April 25, 2025, at 11:09 AM
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Parana Time (Breaking the Fast): April 26, 2025, from 05:30 AM to 08:10 AM
(Parana should be done after sunrise and before the Dwadashi tithi ends.)
What Is the Significance of Varuthini Ekadashi?
The word “Varuthini” means “protected” or “armored.” It is believed that observing this Ekadashi protects devotees from evil forces, misfortunes, and negative karma. According to scriptures, one who sincerely observes Varuthini Ekadashi is blessed with:
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Prosperity and peace
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Redemption from past sins
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Progress on the path of Moksha (liberation)
It is also said that charity, devotion, and penance on this day yield manifold spiritual rewards.
Ekadashi Vrat Katha: The Story Behind the Fast
The Varuthini Ekadashi Vrat Katha is mentioned in the Bhavishyottara Purana, where Lord Krishna narrates the importance of this vrat to King Yudhishthira.
The Tale of King Mandata
King Mandata, a righteous ruler, once lost his leg in a battle and was deeply sorrowful. On the advice of a sage, he observed Varuthini Ekadashi with complete faith and devotion. Pleased with his vrat, Lord Vishnu restored the king’s leg and granted him peace and prosperity.
The story underlines the power of unwavering devotion and the miraculous blessings that this fast can bring.
How to Observe Varuthini Ekadashi Vrat
Puja Vidhi and Rituals
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Pre-Dawn Bath and Sankalp: Begin the day with a bath and take a vow (sankalp) to observe the vrat with sincerity.
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Fasting: Observe a strict fast (nirjala if possible) or consume only satvik food such as fruits, milk, and nuts. Avoid grains, lentils, onions, and garlic.
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Lord Vishnu Worship:
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Offer tulsi leaves, yellow flowers, incense, lamp, and prasad to a Vishnu idol or photo.
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Chant mantras such as “Om Namo Bhagavate Vasudevaya” and recite the Vishnu Sahasranama.
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Charity and Acts of Kindness: Donate food, clothes, or essentials to the needy. Helping others is considered especially auspicious on this day.
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Night Vigil (Jagran): Many devotees stay awake through the night, singing bhajans and hymns.
Breaking the Fast – Parana
The fast is broken on the next day (Dwadashi) during the designated Parana time. It is essential to break the fast properly to complete the vrat.
Emotional and Spiritual Touch
For many devotees, Varuthini Ekadashi is more than just a fast—it’s a journey of transformation. In a world filled with distractions and negativity, this sacred day becomes a moment of inner reflection and divine connection.
Rita Devi, a 68-year-old devotee from Varanasi, shares, “This Ekadashi gives me peace. It’s a day when I feel closest to my Lord. I pray not just for myself but for my children and the world.”
Such testimonials highlight the deeply emotional and community-driven nature of Ekadashi observances across India and the world.
