Chaturdashi Tithi in 2025

Important information

  • Shukla Paksha Chaturdashi
  • Sunday, 12 January 2025
  • Chaturdashi tithi start : 12 January 2025 at 06:34 am
  • Chaturdashi tithi end :  28 January 2025 at 07:36 pm

Chaturdashi Tithi falls on the fourteenth date of Shukla and Krishna Paksha according to the Hindu calendar. This date has special significance from a religious and spiritual point of view. It is considered sacred for the worship of Lord Shiva and Goddess Kali. Chaturdashi of Krishna Paksha is especially celebrated as "Narak Chaturdashi" and "Shiva Chaturdashi", while Shiva worship is also performed on Chaturdashi of Shukla Paksha.

Religious significance of Chaturdashi Tithi

Chaturdashi Tithi is related to Lord Shiva and his devotees. This day is considered a symbol of self-purification, meditation, and devotion. According to mythological beliefs, on this day Lord Shiva killed a demon named Tripurasura, due to which this date is also called "Tripurari Chaturdashi". Apart from this, on the day of Narak Chaturdashi, Lord Krishna killed Narakasura and freed the earth from his terror.

Method of Chaturdashi Vrat

  • Morning bath: On this day, wake up early in the morning and take a bath and take a vow of fasting with a pure mind.
  • Worship of Lord Shiva: Offer water, milk, bel leaves, and flowers on the Shivling to receive the blessings of Lord Shiva.
  • Deepdaan: Light a lamp in the evening and worship Lord Shiva and Yamraj.
  • Mantra Japa: Chant "Om Namah Shivaya" and Mahamrityunjaya Mantra.
  • Bhajan-Kirtan: Listen to Shiva bhajans and stories related to Chaturdashi.

Major Chaturdashis

  • Trayodashi-Chaturdashi: Associated with Shiva Chaturdashi and Pradosh Vrat.
  • Narak Chaturdashi: Celebrated a day before Diwali. It is also called "Chhoti Diwali".
  • Tripurari Chaturdashi: Celebrated in memory of Lord Shiva's killing of Tripurasura.

Mythological stories

  • Tripurasura Vadha: According to a legend, on Chaturdashi Tithi, Lord Shiva defeated the demon named Tripurasura and freed the three worlds from his slavery.
  • Narakasura Vadh: On the day of Naraka Chaturdashi, Lord Krishna killed Narakasura and freed 16,000 girls from his tyranny. On this day, prayers are offered for freedom from hell by lighting lamps.

Message of Chaturdashi Tithi

Chaturdashi Tithi teaches us that even the biggest crisis can be resolved by following the path of truth, religion, and self-purification. This day symbolizes the victory of good over evil and the purity of the soul.

Benefits of Chaturdashi

  • With the grace of Lord Shiva, the troubles of life are removed.
  • Wishes are fulfilled.
  • Mental peace and self-confidence are attained.
  • The path to liberation and salvation from sins is paved.

Chaturdashi Tithi Timings 2025

According to the Hindu calendar, the fourteenth day is called Chaturdashi. Chaturdashi falls in both Shukla Paksha and Krishna Paksha. Chaturdashi comes twice a month. Chaturdashi has its own special significance in Hinduism. The famous festivals falling on Chaturdashi Tithi are Narak Chaturdashi, Bahula Chaturdashi, Anant Chaturdashi, Baikund Chaturdashi and Holika Dahan. Lord Hanuman is worshiped on the day of Narak Chaturdashi. There is a belief in the worship of Lord Ganesha of Anant Chaturdashi. Lord Vishnu is worshiped on Chaturdashi.

Chaturdashi Tithi in January

Shukla Paksha Chaturdashi
Sunday, 12 January 2025
12 January 2025 at 06:34 am - 13 January 2025 at 05:03 am

Krishna Paksha Chaturdashi
Tuesday, 28 January 2025
27 January 2025 at 08:35 pm - 28 January 2025 at 07:36 pm

Chaturdashi Tithi in February

Shukla Paksha Chaturdashi
Tuesday, 11 February 2025
10 February 2025 at 06:57 pm - 11 February 2025 at 06:55 pm

Krishna Paksha Chaturdashi
Thursday, 27 February 2025
26 February 2025 at 11:08 am - 27 February 2025 at 08:55 am

Chaturdashi Tithi in March

Shukla Paksha Chaturdashi
Thursday, 13 March 2025
12 March 2025 at 09:12 am - 13 March 2025 at 10:36 am

Krishna Paksha Chaturdashi
Friday, 28 March 2025
27 March 2025 at 11:03 pm - 28 March 2025 at 07:55 pm

Chaturdashi Tithi in April

Shukla Paksha Chaturdashi
Friday, 11 April 2025
11 April 2025 at 01:01 am - 12 April 2025 at 03:22 am

Krishna Paksha Chaturdashi
Saturday, 26 April 2025
26 April 2025 at 08:28 am - 27 April 2025 at 04:50 am

Chaturdashi Tithi in May

Shukla Paksha Chaturdashi
Sunday, 11 May 2025
10 May 2025 at 05:30 pm - 11 May 2025 at 08:02 pm

Krishna Paksha Chaturdashi
Monday, 26 May 2025
25 May 2025 at 03:51 pm - 26 May 2025 at 12:12 pm

Chaturdashi Tithi in June

Shukla Paksha Chaturdashi
Tuesday, 10 June 2025
09 June 2025 at 09:36 am - 10 June 2025 at 11:36 am

Krishna Paksha Chaturdashi
Tuesday, 24 June 2025
23 June 2025 at 10:10 pm - 24 June 2025 at 06:59 pm

Chaturdashi Tithi in July

Shukla Paksha Chaturdashi
Wednesday, 09 July 2025
09 July 2025 at 00:38 am - 10 July 2025 at 01:37 am

Krishna Paksha Chaturdashi
Wednesday, 23 July 2025
23 July 2025 at 04:40 am - 24 July 2025 at 02:29 am

Chaturdashi Tithi in August

Shukla Paksha Chaturdashi
Friday, 08 August 2025
07 August 2025 at 02:28 pm - 08 August 2025 at 02:12 pm

Krishna Paksha Chaturdashi
Friday, 22 August 2025
21 August 2025 at 12:45 pm - 22 August 2025 at 11:56 am

Chaturdashi Tithi in September

Shukla Paksha Chaturdashi (Anant Chaturdashi)
Saturday, 06 September 2025
06 September 2025 at 03:13 am - 07 September 2025 at 01:41 am

Krishna Paksha Chaturdashi
Saturday, 20 September 2025
19 September 2025 at 11:37 pm - 21 September 2025 at 00:17 am

Chaturdashi Tithi in October

Shukla Paksha Chaturdashi
Monday, 06 October 2025
05 October 2025 at 03:04 pm - 06 October 2025 at 12:24 pm

Krishna Paksha Chaturdashi (Naraka Chaturdashi)
Monday, 20 October 2025
19 October 2025 at 01:52 pm - 20 October 2025 at 03:45 pm

Chaturdashi Tithi in November

Shukla Paksha Chaturdashi
Tuesday, 04 November 2025
04 November 2025 at 02:06 am - 04 November 2025 at 10:36 pm

Krishna Paksha Chaturdashi
Wednesday, 19 November 2025
18 November 2025 at 07:12 am - 19 November 2025 at 09:44 am

Chaturdashi Tithi in December

Shukla Paksha Chaturdashi
Thursday, 04 December 2025
03 December 2025 at 12:26 pm - 04 December 2025 at 08:38 am

Krishna Paksha Chaturdashi
Thursday, 18 December 2025
18 December 2025 at 02:33 am - 19 December 2025 at 04:59 am








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