Utpanna Ekadashi Importance, Rituals, And Fasting
The Ekadashi of the Krishna Paksha of the month of Margashirsha is called Utpanna Ekadashi. On the other hand, Ekadashi fast is considered one of the most difficult fasts. The rules of Ekadashi fasting become applicable from Dashami Tithi and those rules have to be followed till Dwadashi Tithi. Otherwise, the virtuous fruit of Ekadashi fasting is destroyed and at the same time, the fasting person also becomes a partner of sin. On the other hand, on the day of the Ekadashi fast, it is forbidden to do some work. Because on the day of Ekadashi, doing prohibited works takes a big sin. That is why prohibited work should not be done on the day of Ekadashi even by mistake. So let's know what things should not be done on the day of Utpanna Ekadashi this time.
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Utpanna Ekadashi fasting auspicious time
Utpanna Ekadashi on Tuesday, 26 November 2024
Time of Parana (breaking the fast) on 27th November тАУ 01:12 pm to 03:18 pm
Hari Vasar ending time on Paran Tithi тАУ 10:26 am
Ekadashi Tithi Starts- 26 November 2024 at 01:01 am
Ekadashi Tithi Ends- 27 November 2024 at 03:47 am
Ekadashi Mata was born on the day of Utpanna Ekadashi itself, hence it is called Utpanna Ekadashi. Devi Ekadashi is the Shakti form of Lord Vishnu. It is believed that he was born on this day and killed the demon Mur. That's why this Ekadashi is known as Utpanna Ekadashi. According to religious belief, on this day Mother herself blessed Ekadashi and described this fast as great and worshipable. It is said that fasting on Utpanna Ekadashi destroys the sins of both the past and present births of a man.┬а
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Importance Of Utpanna Ekadashi
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There is such a belief regarding Utpanna Ekadashi that whoever keeps fast on this day, all the troubles go away from his life. It is said about this fast that any person who is willing to fast on Ekadashi should start the fast from Utpanna Ekadashi itself.
It has been told in the scriptures that on the day of the Ekadashi fast, Lord Vishnu should be worshiped only by following the rules. Lord Vishnu is pleased by doing this. It is also believed that by observing Ekadashi fast, one gets the fruits of all pilgrimages together and the blessings of Sri Hari always remain in the family. That's why definitely follow these rules-
On this day, devotees and especially fasting people should avoid anger and debate. Also, they should use sweet words.
Along with this, simple food should be consumed on this day. Consumption of meat, lentils, garlic, onion, etc. is prohibited on this day. Along with this, eating rice is also prohibited.
Use the broom carefully on the day of the Ekadashi fast. This is because there is always a danger of the broom killing small creatures. Due to this, a person can be charged with the sin of killing an animal.
Follow celibacy on the day of Ekadashi fast and avoid cutting nails and hair on this day. Lord Vishnu may get angry if this rule is not followed.
On the day of the Ekadashi fast, definitely chant the Sahasranamam of Lord Vishnu and chant the mantra 'Om Namo Bhagavate Vasudevaya'. It is also believed that reciting the Gita on this day gives special benefits to the devotees.
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Do These Measures on the Day of Utpanna Ekadashi
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If you want to receive the blessings of Lord Vishnu and Mother Lakshmi, then on the day of Ekadashi, in the evening, light a lamp of ghee in front of the Tulsi plant and chant the mantra "Om Namo Bhagwate Vasudevaya Namah" daily. After that do 11 parikramas of Tulsi. With this simple remedy, you can get the blessings of Vishnu and Lakshmi Ji.
Offer yellow flowers to Lord Vishnu and Mother Lakshmi on the day of Utpanna Ekadashi. By doing this remedy, there is progress in business, apart from this, if you offer seasonal fruits to Lord Vishnu, the protector of the world, then health-related problems go away.
If you want to get happiness and prosperity in life, then on the day of Utpanna Ekadashi, feed the poor and helpless people. Also, give them charity, this will bring happiness and prosperity to your life. Apart from this, if you put basil in kheer made of milk and offer it to Lord Vishnu on the day of Ekadashi, then it makes your married life happy.
On Utpanna Ekadashi, light an unbroken flame with 9 faced lamp in front of Lord Vishnu. This will remove all kinds of problems coming in the job. If you want to get rid of problems related to money, then anoint Lord Vishnu with saffron mixed milk on Ekadashi.
If the effect of negative energy is increasing in your home, then to reduce it, while worshiping Lord Vishnu, you should also worship Ten Mukhi Rudraksha, this will maintain positivity all around the house.
If you are thinking of increasing the business, then you should offer Gunja to Lord Vishnu and keep some Gunja in your vault with the name of Lord Vishnu, doing this will increase the business.
Conclusion
By fasting on Utpanna Ekadashi, Goddess Lakshmi, the goddess of wealth, is also pleased with Sri Hari Vishnu. To know about the auspicious time, fast, and benefits of Utpanna Ekadashi, take an astrology phone consultation.
