Indira Ekadashi is significant as it occurs during Shradh Paksha, a period dedicated to paying homage to one's ancestors.
Indira Ekadashi 2023, also known as Shradh Ekadashi, holds immense religious and spiritual significance for Hindus. It falls during the Shradh Paksha and is dedicated to the worship of Lord Vishnu. This sacred Ekadashi is observed on the Ekadashi Tithi of Krishna Paksha in the month of Ashwina and will be observed on October 10, 2023, in India.
Date and Time:
Ekadashi Tithi Begins - Monday, October 9, 2023, at 12:36 PM
Ekadashi Tithi Ends - Tuesday, October 10, 2023, at 03:08 PM
Parana Time - Wednesday, October 11, 2023, from 05:40 AM to 08:01 AM
Parana Day Dwadashi End Moment - Wednesday, October 11, 2023, at 05:37 PM
Significance:
Indira Ekadashi is significant as it occurs during Shradh Paksha, a period dedicated to paying homage to one's ancestors. Devotees worship Lord Vishnu with deep devotion and dedication on this auspicious day. They observe a fast and offer prayers not only to Lord Vishnu but also to their forefathers. It is believed that observing this fast can cleanse the sins of their ancestors and grant them salvation, making it an important day for honoring one's lineage.
Puja Rituals:
- Begin the day by waking up early in the morning and taking a purifying bath.
- Cleanse your house, especially the puja room, to create a sacred atmosphere.
- Place an idol or image of Lord Vishnu and offer garlands, fruits, Tulsi leaves, and homemade sweets (such as halwa).
- Prepare sattvik (pure and vegetarian) food and offer it to Brahmins, cows, crows, dogs, and ants as a part of charity.
- Recite the Bhagavad Gita or listen to its stories, emphasizing the spiritual aspect of the day.
- Offer heartfelt prayers to Lord Vishnu and seek His blessings for yourself and your ancestors.
- Observe a strict fast throughout the day and refrain from plucking Tulsi leaves on Ekadashi, as it is considered inauspicious.
- Break your fast on the following day, Dwadashi Tithi.
Mantras:
"Om Namo Bhagvate Vasudevaye..!!"
"Shri Krishna Govind Hare Murari Hey Nath Narayan Vasudeva..!!"
"Ram Ram Rameti Rame Raame Manorame Sahastranaam Tatulyam Ram Naam Varanane..!!
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