Nirjala Ekadashi, revered as one of the most stringent fasts in the Hindu calendar, holds immense spiritual significance for the devotees who observe it. The word ‘nirjala’ means ‘without water’, which emphasises the rigorous nature of this fast, which involves abstaining from not just food but also water throughout the day and night. It is believed that observing Nirjala Ekadashi bestows blessings equivalent to those obtained by observing all twenty-four Ekadashis in a year. It emphasises the values of restraint, compassion and devotion, making it a cherished observance in Hinduism.
Nirjala Ekadashi 2024 Date and Puja Time:
Nirjala Ekadashi falls in the Shukla Paksha of the month of Jyeshtha in the Hindu lunar calendar, which usually corresponds to the months of May or June in the Gregorian calendar. This year Nirjala Ekadashi will be observed on June 18, 2024.
- Nirjala Ekadashi on Tuesday, June 18, 2024
- Parana time on 19 June – 05:23 AM to 07:28 AM
- Dwadashi Tithi end moment on Parana day – 07:28 AM
- Ekadashi Tithi Starts – 04:43 AM on June 17, 2024
- Ekadashi Tithi Ends – 06:24 AM on June 18, 2024
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Nirjala Ekadashi 2024 Significance and Rituals:
Known by various names such as Pandava Ekadashi, Bhimaseni Ekadashi or Bhima Ekadashi, this vrat holds a special place in Hindu mythology. According to legends, Bhima, the second Pandava in the epic Mahabharata, was unable to observe other Ekadashis as he was unable to fast without food. In search of a solution, he went to Maharshi Vyasa, who advised him to observe Nirjala Ekadashi to compensate for all the missed Ekadashis.
Puja Vidhi: Devotees dedicate this day to Lord Vishnu, who is the preserver and protector in Hindu mythology. They wake up early in the morning, take a bath and engage in prayers and meditation throughout the day. Puja usually involves offering flowers, incense and food items that are acceptable after the fast is over.
Charity: Many devotees perform charity on this auspicious day, donating food, clothes and other essential items to the needy. This practice of giving charity is seen as a way to earn merit and spread goodwill in the community.
Nirjala Ekadashi 2024 – Avoid these foods:
The Nirjala Ekadashi fast involves strict dietary restrictions. Apart from abstaining from all types of grains including rice, devotees also refrain from consuming any food or drink including water until the fast ends the next day. Some devotees extend the fast for more than a day depending on personal beliefs and practices.
Nirjala Ekadashi is not only a day of physical fasting but also a spiritual journey for devotees seeking divine blessings and inner peace.
Best wishes for Nirjala Ekadashi 2024!
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