In Hinduism, Ekadashi date is considered to be the most auspicious and best for worshiping Lord Vishnu, who is considered to be the sustainer of the world.It is believed that whoever observes Ekadashi fast with reverence, faith and rituals, the blessings of Lord Vishnu are soon showered on him. What is the religious significance of Indira Ekadashi that falls during Pitrupaksha in the month of Ashwin and when will it fall in the month of September, to know in detail about the method of fasting observed on this day, auspicious time and rules of worship etc. this article.
Auspicious time of Indira Ekadashi
According to the Panchang, the Ekadashi date of Krishna Paksha of Ashwin month will start from 09:26 pm on 20 September 2022 and will continue till 11:34 pm on 21 September 2022. Since every festival is celebrated according to Udaya Tithi in Sanatan tradition, the fast of Indira Ekadashi will be observed on 21st September 2022, while it is advisable to observe it on 22nd September 2022 between 06:09 am to 08:35 am. .
Indira Ekadashi 2022: Know when is Indira Ekadashi and it's auspicious timing
Indira Ekadashi Puja MethodOn Indira Ekadashi, get up early in the morning before sunrise and after bathing and meditating, offer arghya to the rising sun god. After this, while meditating on Lord Vishnu, make a resolution to observe Indira Ekadashi fast by law. After this, keep the idol or photo of Lord Vishnu in the north-east by laying a yellow seat and take a bath with Ganges water. After this, worship Shri Hari with yellow flowers, yellow sandalwood and yellow fruits, lamps, etc. After this, read the story of Ekadashi fast and Vishnu Sahasranamam with full devotion.In the end, after performing the aarti of Lord Vishnu, distribute the prasad to everyone and take it yourself. Rules of Indira Ekadashi Vrat: One day before Ekadashi fast, food should be taken before sunset.On the day of Indira Ekadashi fast, rice should not be eaten even after forgetting. While worshiping Indira Ekadashi fast, offer Gangajal and Tulsi Dal to God. On the day of Indira Ekadashi fast, chant the mantra of Lord Vishnu with Tulsi or yellow sandalwood garland. Indira Ekadashi One should follow complete celibacy while observing the fast. While observing the Indira Ekadashi fast, one should not be angry towards anyone and neither should one speak abusive words.
When will Ekadashi fall in the year 2022?
06 October 2022, Thursday Papankusha Ekadashi
21 October 2022, Friday Rama Ekadashi
04 November 2022, Friday Devotthan Ekadashi
20 November 2022, Sunday Uttana Ekadashi
03 December 2022, Saturday Mokshada Ekadashi
19 December 2022, Monday Saphala Ekadashi
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