In Sanatan Dharma, Ekadashi fast has a very important place. This fast is not only a means of self-purification, but it is also considered the best way to receive God’s grace. Ekadashi falling in the Krishna Paksha of Chaitra month is called Papamochani Ekadashi. As is clear from its name, this Ekadashi is considered to destroy all sins and provide salvation to the seeker. This day provides an excellent opportunity to purify the soul through fasting, bhajan, meditation and service.
When is Papamochani Ekadashi 2025?
It will start on March 25, 2025 at 5:05 am and end on the next day, March 26 at 3:45 am. Based on the Udayatithi, the fast of Papamochani Ekadashi will be observed on March 25. The time of breaking the fast in Ekadashi is very important, so it is very important to do it in the subh muhurat. The fast of this fast will be broken on March 26, and the best time for this will be from 1:58 pm to 4:24 pm.
Significance of Papamochani Ekadashi
The fast of Papamochani Ekadashi is said to be extremely virtuous and destroys all sins. It is mentioned in the scriptures that by observing a fast on this day and worshipping Lord Vishnu and Goddess Lakshmi, all troubles are removed and happiness and prosperity prevail in life.
Devotees who observe this Ekadashi fast with devotion and faith, all their sins are destroyed and they attain the supreme abode. On this day, lighting a lamp in front of the idol of Lord Narayana, performing Abhisheka with Tulsi leaves and Panchamrit, chanting mantras and singing bhajans is considered extremely auspicious. By doing this, not only wealth and grains increase in the house, but happiness, peace and prosperity also remain in the family with the grace of God.
Story about mythical events
The glory of this Ekadashi is described in the Puranas. There is a story in Bhavishya Purana that Medhavi Rishi, son of Chyavan Rishi, was engaged in severe penance. Devraj Indra feared that he might snatch away the kingdom of heaven, so he sent the heavenly Apsara Manjughosha to disturb his penance. The Apsara captivated the mind of the sage with her beauty and sweetness.
After being infatuated for years, when the sage realized that his penance was being disturbed, he felt very remorseful. He worshiped Lord Narayana to get rid of his sins. Then Devrishi Narada advised him to observe the Papamochani Ekadashi fast. Due to the effect of this fast, Medhavi Rishi got rid of all his sins and again adopted the path of penance.
Even if a person gets caught in the web of attachment, but if he takes refuge in Shri Hari with a true heart and observes Ekadashi fast, then he can get free from all his sins and attain spiritual peace.
Importance of Daan
In Sanatan Dharma, charity is considered one of the most pious deeds. Especially charity done on Ekadashi day gives everlasting fruits. Donating on Papamochani Ekadashi not only liberates one from the sins of this birth, but also gives auspicious results in the next births.
Benefits of Donation
Destruction of sins: Donating on the day of Papamochani Ekadashi destroys the sins committed knowingly or unknowingly in life.
Purification of karma: When we selflessly help the needy, our karma gets purified and we move towards spiritual advancement.
God’s grace: It is said in the scriptures that the devotee who donates food on this day receives special blessings of Lord Vishnu.
Attainment of salvation: Ekadashi fast and donation together lead a person towards salvation.
While mentioning donation, it is said in Padmapuran –
Ekadashyan tu yo dattam tadanantam bhaveddhruvam.
(एकादश्यां तु यो दत्तं तदनन्तं भवेद्ध्रुवम्।)
That is, the donation made on Ekadashi gets multiplied infinitely and gives auspicious results.
Paapmochani Ekadashi is a golden opportunity to purify the soul and receive divine grace. Fasting, chanting, meditation and donation have special significance on this day. Through donation, we not only get free from our sins, but also fulfill our responsibility towards the society. Therefore, on this holy date, worship Lord Vishnu, observe fast and make your life virtuous by donating. May your life lead to happiness, peace and salvation with the blessings of Shri Hari!
