Ekadashi Vrat, a significant ritual in the Hindu calendar, is observed on the 11th day of every fortnight in the Hindu Lunar Calendar.
'Ekadashi' is Sanskrit language word which means is 'Eleven'. Two Ekadashi Tithis are observed each month, one in the Shukla Paksha and one in the Krishna Paksha.
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According to Hindu panchang, Ekadashi Vrat lasts for approximately 48 hours. The fast begins on the eve of Ekadashi and continues until the sunrise on the day after Ekadashi.
Lord Vishnu mantra chanted during Ekadashi Puja is: 'Om Namo Bhagavate Vasudevaya - ओम नमो भगवते वासुदेवाय' and perform puja of ekadashi with Ekadashi Mata Aarti. Chant Hare Krishna maha-mantra "Hare Krishna Hare Krishna Krishna Krishna Hare Hare, Hare Rama Hare Rama Rama Rama Hare Hare" Repeat this scentence.
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The eleventh day after the new moon is called Shukla Paksha Ekadashi. and The eleventh day after the full moon is called Krishna Paksha Ekadashi.
Ekadashi fasting is suggested on two consecutive days. It is advised that Smartha with family should observe fasting on first day only. The alternate Ekadashi fasting, which is the second day, is suggested for Sanyasis, widows and for those who want Moksha. Here you can consult with astrologer to know the facts.
एकादशी (ग्यारस) के दिन व्रत रखने वाले व्यक्ति को गाजर, शलजम, गोभी, पालक आदि का सेवन नहीं करना चाहिए। यहां आप को पंडित जी से सलाह लेनी चाहिए
एकादशी व्रत करने वाले को दशमी तिथि यानी एकादशी से एक दिन पहले से कुछ जरूरी बातें को पालन करना चाहिए। दशमी के दिन से ही भक्तों को प्याज, मसूर की दाल और शहद या नॉनवेज जैसे भोजन-पदार्थों का सेवन नहीं करना चाहिए। दशमी और एकादशी दोनों दिन लोगों को भोग-विलास से दूर पूर्ण रूप से ब्रह्मचर्य का पालन करना चाहिए।
