When is Ekadashi in July 2025? Dates and Timings

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Introduction

Ekadashi is a spiritually significant day observed by Hindus, dedicated to fasting and devotion to Lord Vishnu. It occurs twice a month and is believed to aid spiritual progress, discipline, and purification of the mind and body. If you are looking for Ekadashi July 2025 date and time, this guide will help you plan your fasting and puja accurately with exact tithi details and significance for each Ekadashi.

Ekadashi July 2025 Dates and Timings

In July 2025, there are two Ekadashi dates:

Ekadashi	Date	Tithi Begins	Tithi Ends
Devshayani Ekadashi (Ashadhi Ekadashi)	July 6, 2025 (Sunday)	06:58 PM, July 5, 2025	09:14 PM, July 6, 2025
Kamika Ekadashi	July 21, 2025 (Monday)	12:12 PM, July 20, 2025	09:38 AM, July 21, 2025

Devshayani Ekadashi (Ashadhi Ekadashi)

• Date: July 6, 2025 (Sunday)
• Tithi: Shukla Paksha Ekadashi, Ashadha month
• Significance:
  • Marks the beginning of Chaturmas (holy four months).
  • The day Lord Vishnu is believed to enter a cosmic sleep (Yoga Nidra).
  • Devotees observe fast and Vishnu puja for blessings and spiritual progress.

Kamika Ekadashi

• Date: July 21, 2025 (Monday)
• Tithi: Krishna Paksha Ekadashi, Shravana month
• Significance:
  • Observing Kamika Ekadashi helps in removing negativity and sins.
  • Fasting and Vishnu worship on this day are believed to bring peace and prosperity.

Why Ekadashi Fasting is Observed ?

• Brings spiritual growth and discipline.
• Helps in cleansing the mind and body.
• Signifies devotion towards Lord Vishnu and aligns devotees with cosmic energies.

Ekadashi Fasting Details

On Ekadashi, devotees typically observe a nirjala (waterless) fast, phalahar (fruit-only), or consume a single sattvic meal without grains and pulses, depending on their capacity and health. Fasting begins at sunrise and continues until the next day’s sunrise or after the Parana timing post Ekadashi tithi end, accompanied by chanting Vishnu mantras, reading Vishnu Sahasranama, and performing puja. This fasting helps in cleansing the body, controlling desires, and focusing the mind on devotion, aligning with the spiritual purpose of Ekadashi observance.

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