- By Kashish Rai
- Wed, 11 Jun 2025 12:59 PM (IST)
- Source:JND
Ashadha Month 2025: The fourth month of the Hindu calendar, Ashadha, is highly revered for its spiritual significance and heralds the start of the monsoon. This month, which is dedicated to Lord Vishnu, is replete with significant celebrations and customs. Offerings to Brahmins, such as umbrellas, wooden slippers and gooseberries, are thought to bring great blessings, and fasting and charity are considered highly valuable. During this time, Lord Vaman is particularly worshipped. It is recommended that farmers complete their seeding before Ashad starts. The beginning of the Rath Yatra in Puri and Devshayani Ekadashi gives the month a spiritual boost. Following this, there are no auspicious rituals for a month.
Check out the start and end date, significance and rules to follow during this auspicious month below:
Ashadha Month 2025: Start And End Date
- Ashadha Month 2025 Start Date: 12th June 2025, Thursday
- Ashadha Month 2025 End Date: 10th July 2025, Thursday
Ashadha Month 2025: Significance
Ashada Masam, also known as Shunya Masam or the "null month," is regarded as an unfavourable month in Hinduism. People refrain from carrying out any significant auspicious activities during this time, such as sacred thread rituals (Upanayanam), house-warming ceremonies (Griha Pravesh), or marriages. Shunya, which translates to "zero," denotes a halt to material festivities and a turn inward towards introspection. Simplicity, self-control, and inward devotion are emphasised during this time.
Additionally, Ashada Masam marks the start of Chaturmasam, a holy four-month period of austerity and spiritual discipline. Hari Sayani or Dev Shayani Ekadashi, when it is thought that Lord Vishnu enters a divine slumber called Yoganidra is one of its most important days. Devotees participate in a unique ceremony known as Taptamudra Dharana on this day, in which heated metal stamps are used to imprint divine symbols on the body. It is believed that doing this will strengthen one's spiritual ties and bring the Lord's blessings.
Ashadha month is the fourth month in the Hindu calendar. Devotees worship Lord Vishnu during this sacred month. (Image Source: Canva)
Ashadha Month 2025: Rules
- Since Lord Vishnu is believed to go into divine slumber during Ashadha, it is advisable to steer clear of weddings and important ceremonies for the following four months. For inner peace, put more emphasis on spiritual activities like daily worship and chanting Vishnu mantras.
- As the monsoon season approaches, be mindful of how much water you use and try to conserve it wherever you can. During this humid, sensitive period, avoid wasting water and take care of your health by avoiding stale food, which can quickly lead to illness.
- Charity and bathing in sacred rivers are particularly potent in Ashadha. For spiritual merit, try praying to Lord Surya while drinking water, and on Ekadashi, Amavasya, or Purnima, give practical things like pitchers, umbrellas or salt.
- This month, avoid eating leafy vegetables because they are more likely to contain contaminants or insects. To maintain mental clarity and physical balance, stay away from tamasic foods like meat, alcohol, eggplants, and some lentils.
- This month, worshipping Lord Hanuman, Maa Durga, Lord Shiva, and Lord Vishnu can lessen the negative effects of planetary doshas. Practising this kind of devotion can help you overcome invisible challenges in your life and bring positivity and inner strength.
(Disclaimer: This content includes advice providing generic information only. It is in no way a substitute for qualified spiritual or astrological opinion. Always consult a specialist for more information before adopting any measures.)