Mokshada Ekadashi 2025: The Ekadashi that falls in the month of Margashirsha is called Mokshada Ekadashi. Every Ekadashi is dedicated to Lord Vishnu. However, according to beliefs, it was on Mokshada Ekadashi that Lord Krishna imparted the knowledge of the Gita to Arjuna. The Ekadashi fast is primarily dedicated to the worship of Lord Narayana.
According to the scriptures, offering water to the Shivalinga on Ekadashi is considered highly auspicious. Offering certain special items to the Shivalinga bestows the blessings of both Lord Shiva and Lord Vishnu. This year, the Mokshada Ekadashi fast will be observed on December 1, 2025. Let’s explore what is considered auspicious to offer to the Shivalinga on this day.
Offer These 5 Things to the Shivalinga
Ganga water or pure water
On Mokshada Ekadashi, first, you must anoint the Shivalinga with Ganga water or pure water. During the anointment, chant the mantra Om Namah Shivaya. By doing this, the Mother Goddess attains peace, and all sorrows are removed.
Offer Bilva leaves to the Shivalinga
Offer Bilva leaves to Lord Shiva on Mokshada Ekadashi. A three-leafed Bilva leaf should be offered to the Shivalinga on this day. While offering it, one should meditate on Lord Shiva, and doing so provides relief from financial problems.
Offer Akshat to the Shivalinga
Offering white rice to the Shivalinga on Mokshada Ekadashi ensures that there is no shortage of wealth and food. However, it is essential to note that broken rice should never be offered to the Shivalinga.
Honey or Sugarcane Juice
Anointing the Shivalinga with honey or sugarcane juice on the occasion of Loksabha Ekadashi is also considered auspicious. It is believed that this practice brings sweetness to married life and provides relief from diseases.
Offer Shami leaves to the Shivalinga
Suppose you have Shani Dosh in your horoscope or are constantly facing obstacles in your work. In that case, you should definitely offer Shami leaves to the Shivalinga on the occasion of Mokshada Ekadashi. Doing so will bestow the blessings of both Shani Dev and Lord Shiva.
