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Saphala Ekadashi, also known as Safala Ekadashi or Pausha Krishna Ekadashi, is a Hindu religious observance that falls on the eleventh day (Ekadashi) of the Krishna Paksha in the month of Pausha (December-January) according to the Hindu lunar calendar. Each Ekadashi is associated with different legends and significance, and Saphala Ekadashi is no exception.
This year Sapahala Ekadashi will be celebrated on 07 January 2024. Let's know the dos and don'ts associated with Saphala Ekadashi that will help on to receive the blessings of Lord Vishnu.
Saphala
Ekadashi
2024:
Dos
1.
Fasting
and
Abstinence
Devotees
traditionally
observe
a
fast
on
Saphala
Ekadashi,
refraining
from
consuming
grains,
rice,
and
lentils.
Instead,
opt
for
a
simple
diet
consisting
of
fruits,
nuts,
milk,
and
non-grain
items
to
purify
the
body
and
mind.
2.
Maintaining
Purity
Devotees
must
wake
up
and
bathe
at
Brahma
muhurat
and
wear
clean
clothes.
This
ritual
is
done
to
purify
the
mind
and
body.
3.
Observing
Fast
Devotees
should
study
the
Shrimad
Bhagavatam
or
Shrimad
Bhagavad
Gita
and
recite
Lord
Vishnu's
mantras
on
the
day
of
Ekadashi
vrat.
Also,
one
needs
to
follow
a
vegetarian
diet
is
considered
more
conducive
to
maintaining
a
sattvic
(pure)
state
of
mind
during
this
sacred
period.
4.
Visit
Vishnu
Temples
Devotees
must
pay
a
visit
to
Vishnu
temples
and
participate
in
special
prayers
and
rituals
organized
for
Saphala
Ekadashi.
5.
Charity
and
Donation
Express
compassion
and
generosity
by
participating
in
acts
of
charity.
Consider
making
donations
to
the
less
fortunate,
contributing
to
the
welfare
of
others,
and
spreading
positivity
to
accumulate
spiritual
merit.
Saphala Ekadashi 2024: Don'ts
1.
Avoid
Grain
Consumption
Refrain
from
consuming
grains,
rice,
and
lentils
during
the
Ekadashi
fast.
Abstaining
from
these
foods
is
believed
to
enhance
spiritual
purity
and
devotion.
2.
Say
No
to
Non-Vegetarian
Food
Practice
abstinence
from
non-vegetarian
food
on
Saphala
Ekadashi.
Meat,
fish,
onions,
garlic,
eggs,
and
alcohol
are
all
considered
tamasic
items
and
should
not
be
consumed
on
this
day.
Also,
the
devotees
must
refrain
from
eating
grains
and
beans.
3.
Avoid
Picking
Tulsi
Leaves
Devotees
are
prohibited
from
picking
tulsi
leaves
on
this
day.
Also,
preparing
Ekadashi
prasadam
in
oil
is
prohibited
for
those
who
observe
the
Saphala
Ekadashi
fast.
It
is
advised
to
use
Desi
Ghee
to
make
the
Ekadashi
Prasadam.
4.
Refrain
from
Negative
Activities
Steer
clear
of
negative
activities,
including
gossip,
anger,
and
any
form
of
harm
to
others.
Use
the
day
to
cultivate
positive
thoughts
and
actions
that
align
with
spiritual
values.
5.
Avoid
Washing
Hair
Devotees
must
wash
their
hair
on
the
day
of
Dashmi
Tithi
and
not
on
the
day
of
Ekadashi
fast
as
it
is
considered
inauspicious.
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