What the tradition says
Dharma-and-purpose puja addressed to Vishnu as upholder of cosmic order. Traditional texts pair it with the Purusha-sukta and offerings of tulasi; commonly cited for clarity of vocation and right conduct.
What it addresses
- Jupiter
- Sun
Traditional timing
- Ekadashi of either fortnight is canonical.
- Thursday is the canonical weekday.
- Vaikuntha-ekadashi (Margashirsha-shukla) is the canonical annual observance.
Source
Purusha-sukta (Rig-veda 10.90); Vishnu Purana
Common questions
- What is Vishnu-puja / Vaikuntha-aradhana?
- Dharma-and-purpose puja addressed to Vishnu as upholder of cosmic order. Traditional texts pair it with the Purusha-sukta and offerings of tulasi; commonly cited for clarity of vocation and right conduct.
- What does Vishnu-puja / Vaikuntha-aradhana address?
- Traditionally associated with Jupiter, Sun.
- When is Vishnu-puja / Vaikuntha-aradhana traditionally performed?
- Ekadashi of either fortnight is canonical. Thursday is the canonical weekday. Vaikuntha-ekadashi (Margashirsha-shukla) is the canonical annual observance.
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