Vijaya Ekadashi : Get Directed To The Divine Path!

Vijaya Ekadashi is observed on the 11th day of Krishna Paksha in the Hindu month of Phalguna. According to the Gregorian Calendar, it will be marked on 22nd February. On this day, devotees observe fast and worship Lord Vishnu. To know more about this occasion, keep reading this exclusive article...

Vijaya Ekadashi 2017 Date & Timing

Parana Muhurat is the time when Vijaya Ekadashi Vrat is terminated. It is said to be auspicious to break the fast within Dwadashi Tithi (twelfth day).

Now, as you know when to observe the day of Vijaya Ekadashi in 2017, let’s now know the legends associated with Vijaya Ekadashi and why to observe Vijaya Ekadashi.

Vijaya Ekadashi : Why To Observe Vijaya Ekadashi?

According to mythological evidences, Lord Rama had to cross the vast sea to reach and win over the kingdom of Lanka. As Lord Rama did not know the exact path to reach Lanka via sea, he had to ask saintly men.

In response, sages told him that before initiating any auspicious task, one should observe Ekadashi Vrat. If a person follows the procedure of Ekadashi Vrat truly from his/her heart, he/she would be able to achieve triumph. Lord Rama followed the advice and performed Phalgun Krishna Ekadashi Vrat considering all the rituals and proceedings. Since then, the day of Vijaya Ekadashi came into being.

Now, as you know why to observe the day of Vijaya Ekadashi, let’s now know the rituals and traditions associated with Vijaya Ekadashi.

Vijaya Ekadashi : How To Observe Vijaya Ekadashi?

Following are the traditions that are to be followed on Vijaya Ekadashi:

1. A holy bath is taken by the devotees early morning on the day.
2. An earthen pot is established at the worshiping place.
3. The earthen pot is covered with Peepal leaves.
4. A Vrat is followed by the devotees on the day of Vijaya Ekadashi. The fast begins from Dashami and Satvik food is consumed by the devotees.
5. The fast gets terminated on the day of Dwadashi i.e. the twelfth day or the succeeding day of Vijaya Ekadashi.

Observe the day of Vijaya Ekadashi with a true heart and nothing else is required from you. Lord Vishnu will definitely grant you the boon of fulfilment of desires & wishes and show you the correct path of life, this Vijaya Ekadashi.

MyKundali wishes you all a Blessed Vijaya Ekadashi..!