Yogini Ekadashi 2025: Timings, Vrat Katha and Rituals Benefits

Among the sacred days in the Vaishnava calendar, Ekadashi holds a special place for spiritual seekers. These days are meant for fasting, prayer, and purification of the mind and heart. One such powerful observance is Yogini Ekadashi, which comes during the Krishna Paksha (waning moon phase) in the month of Ashadha (June–July). It is believed to destroy sins and bless the observer with peace, health, and progress on the path of bhakti (devotion).

In 2025, Yogini Ekadashi will be observed on Sunday, June 22, and will be observed with great devotion by followers of ISKCON and other Vaishnava traditions across the world.

What Is Yogini Ekadashi?

Yogini Ekadashi is observed on the 11th lunar day (Ekadashi) of Krishna Paksha in the month of Ashadha. It is known for its incredible ability to purify past mistakes, especially those caused by neglecting duties toward others. This fast not only frees one from the cycle of birth and death but also helps the practitioner grow spiritually and gain the mercy of Lord Krishna.

Yogini Ekadashi 2025 Date & Time

• Ekadashi Date: Sunday, June 22, 2025
• Parana (Fast-breaking): Monday, June 23, 2025, between 5:24 AM and 10:03 AM
• Ekadashi Tithi Begins: Saturday, June 21, 2025, at 7:18 AM
• Ekadashi Tithi Ends: Sunday, June 22, 2025, at 4:27 AM

Significance of Yogini Ekadashi

This Ekadashi is highly effective in removing sins related to mistreatment of others or failing in responsibilities. In the Padma Purana, Lord Krishna shares with King Yudhishthira that this fast is capable of healing deep karmic debts and restoring a person to a life of devotion and happiness. It is especially meaningful for those committed to temple service, kirtan, and scriptural study.

Yogini Ekadashi Vrat Katha

The story behind Yogini Ekadashi revolves around a celestial servant named Hemamali, who used to collect flowers daily for Lord Shiva’s worship. One day, he got distracted due to his attachment to his wife and failed to carry out his service. Kubera, his master, cursed him to suffer from leprosy and fall to Earth.

After suffering for years, Hemamali met sage Markandeya, who advised him to observe the Yogini Ekadashi fast with full devotion. Hemamali followed the instructions sincerely, and as a result, he was cured and regained his heavenly position.

This story teaches that even the heaviest karma can be removed through devotion, repentance, and fasting on this sacred day.

Yogini Ekadashi Rituals

• Begin the fast at sunrise and avoid grains, beans, meat, onion, and garlic.
• Chant the Hare Krishna Mahamantra:

  Hare Krishna, Hare Krishna, Krishna Krishna, Hare Hare

  Hare Rama, Hare Rama, Rama Rama, Hare Hare

   

• Read or hear scriptures like Bhagavad Gita or Srimad Bhagavatam.
• Perform deity worship using tulasi leaves, flowers, and water.
• Stay awake at night (jagarana), singing bhajans and kirtans.
• Offer Ekadashi prasadam (grain-free) to Lord Krishna and honor it after breaking the fast on Dwadashi.

Yogini Ekadashi Benefits

• Removes sinful reactions and brings spiritual elevation
• Cleanses the heart and mind of impurities
• Offers freedom from disease and suffering
• Develops discipline and focus in spiritual practice
• Gives blessings equal to charity of thousands of cows or bathing in holy
  rivers

It is a precious opportunity to reconnect with the divine and renew one’s commitment to a life of devotion.

Conclusion

Yogini Ekadashi 2025 provides a divine chance to cleanse the heart, seek forgiveness, and embrace spiritual growth. Through fasting, chanting, and devotional service, this vrata deepens our connection with Lord Krishna. In the teachings of ISKCON, Ekadashi is not a restriction but a gift—an invitation to turn inward and nourish the soul.

May all devotees observe this auspicious day with sincerity and love, and may it bring blessings, peace, and spiritual advancement to all.

Hare Krishna!