- By Kashish Rai
- Sat, 24 May 2025 03:33 PM (IST)
- Source:JND
Vaikasi Amavasai May 2025: The new moon in Vaikasi month, also known as Madhava month, carries immense spiritual importance. As stated in the Vishnu Purana, taking a dip in a sacred river and honouring Lord Vishnu with Tulsi leaves in this month leads to prosperity and blessings. Moreover, honouring ancestors on the new moon day is thought to grant wealth and favours. Worshippers follow traditions and venerate Lord Vishnu, requesting his heavenly grace and approval. This sacred month is viewed as a fortunate period for spiritual development, cleansing and pursuing material wealth, as numerous followers engage in sacred rituals and activities. As per the Tamil Panchangam, Vaikasi Amavasya will be observed this year on 27th May 2025.
Check out all the significant details about the date, time, significance and rituals of Vaikasi Amavasai in May 2025 below:
Vaikasi Amavasai May 2025: Date And Time
- Vaikasi Amavasai May 2025 Date: 27th May 2025, Tuesday
- Amavasya Tithi Begins: 12:12 PM, 26th May 2025
- Amavasya Tithi Ends: 08:32 AM, 27th May 2025
Vaikasi Amavasai May 2025: Significance
In the Tamil Panchangam, Amavasai is notably significant, especially during the month of Vaikasi. Worshippers carry out ceremonies and present prayers to Lord Vishnu and their ancestors, seeking their blessings and guidance. By doing so, they strive to create peace and harmony within their families while pursuing prosperity and good fortune. This holy day provides a chance for spiritual development, cleansing and the pursuit of divine grace, with numerous followers engaging in sacred rites and activities to gain its advantages. The occasion of Vaikasi Amavasai also coincides with the auspicious occasion of Shani Jayanthi.
Devotees worship Lord Vishnu and additionally offer veneration to their ancestors on the occasion of Vaikasi Amavasai. (Image Source: Canva)
Vaikasi Amavasai May 2025: Rituals
As per tradition, it is believed that visiting a Shiva or Murugan temple after performing tarpanam on Vaikasi Amavasai brings advantages. Moreover, providing a combination of green rice, fenugreek seeds and jaggery to a cow is thought to bestow blessings. It is believed that worship on this new moon day grants long life, prosperity and offspring.
On Amavasya, it is recommended that men observe a fast and offer prayers, whereas women partake in particular rituals, preparing the favourite food of their ancestors and presenting them to the photographs of their departed relatives, accompanied by flowers. Some vegetables are excluded from cooking, while others are included to promote prosperity for the home.
It is also suggested to light a mustard oil lamp beneath a majestic tree and to offer prayers to Lord Shiva and Lord Vishnu in the morning. It is thought that pouring a spoonful of milk onto the ground can assist in overcoming challenges in life. Worshippers also go to Shani temples, offering mustard oil, black lentils, iron and blue flowers and reciting the Shani mantra 101 times.
(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.)
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