Aja Ekadashi 2017: A Way To Attain Moksha!

The date for Aja Ekadashi in 2017 is August 18. Aja Ekadashi is a way to eliminate all the sins & mistakes and attain the glory of Lord Vishnu. Through this article on Aja Ekadashi, read how this sacred day can help in getting Moksha from this materialistic world.

According to the Hindu calendar, Aja Ekadashi is observed in waning phase of Moon during the Bhadrapada month. As per the Gregorian calendar, Aja Ekadasi falls in the month of August or September. On this day, devotees worship Lord Vishnu and his consort, Goddess Lakshmi, with a belief of getting relief from all sins, and evils. In the year 2017, you can observe this divine day on August 18, and take a step closer to the path of salvation. In most parts of the country, Aja Ekadashi is also known as Ananda Ekadashi.

Significance and importance of Aja Ekadasi can be studied from the Brahma Vaivarta Purana. Like every year, this year will also observe Aja Ekadashi with the same devotion and faith. The piousness of Aja Ekadasi is so high that Lord Krishna himself explained it to Yudhisthira and told him that one can wash away all the bad Karmas on Aja Ekadasi.

Aja Ekadashi : Legend Behind Observance Of Aja Ekadashi

The legend of Aja Ekadashi is associated with the ancient king, Harishchandra. His bravery, honesty, habit of speaking the truth, and wisdom was widely spread. However, due to some circumstances and misfortune, he had to sacrifice his wife and son. Also, he had to serve a demon. Fed up from all the troubles and sorrows, the king met Saint Gautam. He shared his story with the saint, who then suggested him to observe Aja Ekadashi fast. On this, the king agreed and observed the fast and worshiped Lord Vishnu. As a result of observing Aja Ekadasi fast, the king got liberation from his sins and got back his lost kingdom, wife, and son.

Aja Ekadashi : How To Perform Aja Ekadashi Puja

Every sacred day or festival has its own rituals which help in getting the best from it. Similarly, some rituals are associated with Aja Ekadashi too. These Puja rituals if followed sincerely, can help you in pleasing Lord Vishnu and will also help you in heading toward a better life. Read these simple steps and make Aja Ekadashi, your key to eradicate all the negative Karmas.

1. Clean the Puja Sthan (place of worship).
2. Spread some rice on a limited area and place a Kalash (earthen pot) over it.
3. Cover the Kalash with red colored cloth.
4. As the Kalash is established now, worship it with clear mind.
5. Now, place idol of Lord Vishnu on the Kalash and worship it.
6. Begin your fast and keep chanting Vishnu’s Mantras throughout the day.

Aja Ekadashi 2017: Some Important Points

If you are going to observe Aja Ekadashi in 2017, but you are not aware of the do’s & dont’s of the day, the below mentioned points will help you for sure.

• While observing Aja Ekadashi, you should not eat Masoor Dal and grams
• Intake of honey is also avoided on the day of Aja Ekadasi
• Following the principles of Brahmacharya on Aja Ekadashi can help you in burning your evils and mistakes

So, this was all about Aja Ekadashi. Our life is full of ups & downs and success & failures. You never know when you might have made a mistake unknowingly, which now has become the reason for your troubles. Eliminate all your sins and its consequences from your life on the divine day of Aja Ekadashi. Like the king got his esteem and pride back, you can also get back your lost wealth and respect on Aja Ekadashi.

MyKundali wishes you a blessed Aja Ekadashi..!