Putrada Ekadashi 2021:
Why rice is not eaten on Ekadashi, know the reason behind it.
Lord Vishnu is worshiped on the day of Ekadashi. Many devotees observe a fast on this day to please Lord Vishnu. Many people know that rice is not eaten on Ekadashi. But do you know the reason behind this?
The day of Ekadashi is dedicated to Lord Vishnu. On this day, devotees worship Lord Vishnu by law and order.
There are 24 Ekadashi Tithis in a whole year. Ekadashi falls on both sides of every month. The holy month of Sawan is going on. Today is Putrada Ekadashi of Shravan month. This Ekadashi is especially for the long life and happiness of the son. This fast is very important for childless people.
Keeping the fast of Putrada Ekadashi removes all your problems. Lord Vishnu should be worship on the day of Ekadashi. On this day, by fasting, chanting, penance, and charity, one gets auspicious results. Satvik food should be eaten on Ekadashi. Rice should not be eaten on this special day. But do you know why rice should not be eaten on Ekadashi?
Scientific Validation
According to scientific facts, the amount of water in rice is high. The moon affects water and the moon is the factor of the mind. Consuming rice increases the amount of water in the body. When the mind is fickle, it may cause bondage while fasting. This is the reason why rice should not be consumed on Ekadashi.
Religious Affiliation
According to the legend, Maharishi Medha left her body to escape the wrath of Mother Shakti, and her body parts were absorbed into the earth, that day was Ekadashi Tithi. It is believed that Maharishi Medha was born in the form of barley and rice. It is believed that eating rice on the day of Ekadashi is considered equivalent to consuming the meat and blood of Maharishi Medha. This is the reason that rice and barley are considered creatures, so rice is not eaten on Ekadashi. According to the beliefs, eating rice on the day of Ekadashi gives birth to a crawling creature.
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