Jyeshtha month has special significance in Sanatan Dharma. This month is considered to be completely dedicated to Lord Vishnu. Nirjala Ekadashi coming in this month is considered one of the most prominent and virtuous Ekadashis. There is a special description of this in the scriptures and its glory is mentioned in many texts including Vishnu Purana. It is believed that by observing this fast properly, the fruits of all 24 Ekadashis are obtained.
Nirjala Ekadashi: When and why?
Every year this fast is celebrated on Ekadashi date of Jyeshtha Shukla Paksha. On this day, fasts fasting without water. This fast is considered very difficult because both food and water are fully sacrificed in it. This fast is passed on the next day after sunrise of Dwadashi date.
Date of Nirjala Ekadashi in 2025
According to Vedic almanac, this time Nirjala Ekadashi will be celebrated on 6 June 2025, Friday.
However, according to Vaishnav tradition, some devotees celebrate it on 7 June as well. In Sanatan Dharma, Udaya Tithi is recognized, so it will be best to observe Nirjala Ekadashi fast on 6 June.
Importance of fasting
Nirjala Ekadashi is also called Bhimseni Ekadashi. The mythological belief is that when Mahabali Bhimsen could not follow all the Ekadashis, Rishi Vyas suggested him to keep Nirjala Ekadashi once, so that he would get the virtue of all the Ekadashi. By observing this fast, longevity, health and salvation are attained.
Rare coincidence
This year, on Nirjala Ekadashi, Bhadrawas, Varyan Yoga, Hast and Chitra Nakshatra are being coincidental. At the same time, the coincidence of Abhijeet Muhurta and Vaniz Karan is also considered extremely auspicious, which increases the accomplishment and fruit of fasting manifold.
Worship method
The beginning of the fast is considered from Dashami date. Eat sattvic food on this day and follow celibacy.
The next day, get up in the Brahma Muhurta of Ekadashi, bathe and bathe with water containing Ganga water.
Wearing yellow clothes and offer water to the Sun God.
After this, worship Lakshmi and Narayan duly. Chant the mantras of Lord Vishnu:
“Om Namo Bhagwate Vasudevaya” or
“Om Vishnave Namah”
Keep fast throughout the day and renounce food and water.
On the Dwadashi date, after sunrise, conclude the fast. It is virtuous to donate food, clothes and water to the needy.
Karagre Vasate Lakshmi: Karamadhye Saraswati.
Karmule tu Govind: Prabhate Kardarshanam Now clean the house. After retiring from daily tasks, take a bath with water containing Ganga water. At this time, take water in the palm. Pronounce the following mantra at the time of Achman. Om Keshavaya Namah, Om Narayanaya Namah, ॐ Madhavaaya Namah, ॐ Hrishikeshya Namah, finally wipe the mouth with the thumb and chant ‘Om Govindaya Namah’. Now wearing yellow clothes and offer water to the Sun God. While offering water to the Sun God, chant the following mantra. Oh Ahi Suryadev Sahastransho Tejo zodiac world. Compassionate Maa Bhakta Griharanadhya Diwakar :. Now install a statue of Lakshmi Narayan by laying a red or yellow cloth at the post in the house of worship. At this time, chant Lakshmi Narayan ji by chanting the following mantra- Shantakaran Bhujagashyanam Padmanabhan Sureshan, Vishwadharan Gaganasadrishnam Meghvarna Shubhagam. Lakshmikantam Kamalanayan Yogibhirdhyanamayam,
Vande Vishnu Bhavabhayharan Sarvlokakanatham
conclusion
Nirjala Ekadashi is not only a festival of fasting, but a step towards self -control, devotion and salvation. This day is a festival of exclusive devotion of God along with the purification of body and mind. Such fasts not only give direction to life, but also pave the way to connect the soul to God.
