Yogini Ekadashi

Yogini Ekadashi is a significant festival celebrated in various communities across India. It falls after Nirjala Ekadashi and before Devashyani Ekadashi, usually on the 14th of July. This day is devoted to worshipping Lord Vishnu and his avatars. Many people perform Parana activity on this day with great devotion in Vishnu temples.

Ritualistic acts related to Yogini Ekadashi

The rituals associated with Yogini Ekadashi include taking a bath and observing a fast on Dashmi, the night preceding the festival. The fast is concluded on Dwadashi, and the Peepal tree is worshipped on this day. Mud is used to clean the body during the bath, and Patra chanting is performed, reciting the written lines on Vishnu as Vishnu Mantra in the temple.

Why fast is offered on Yogini Ekadashi

The fast is offered on Yogini Ekadashi to seek salvation for the ancestors and to please Lord Vishnu. Devotees believe that offering a fast to Vishnu on this day will fulfill their desires and bring happiness in their lives. Moksha, the heavenly abode of Lord Vishnu, is believed to be attained by those who observe the fast with sincerity. The fast is also believed to cure diseases and bless the devotee with good health.

Overall, Yogini Ekadashi is a sacred day of devotion, prayer, and fasting for Lord Vishnu’s devotees. It is a time to seek his blessings and connect with the divine.