- By Kashish Rai
- Fri, 11 Oct 2024 10:08 AM (IST)
- Source:JND
Ekadashi October 2024: The two auspicious Ekadashi Vratas - Papankusha Ekadashi and Rama Ekadashi will be observed in October. In Hinduism, Ekadashi holds profound spiritual significance, marking the eleventh day of each lunar fortnight. Observing Ekadashi is believed to purify the mind, body, and soul. Devotees fast or follow a specific diet to demonstrate self-control and devotion. This austerity is thought to cleanse past karma, strengthen spiritual resolve, and foster a deeper connection with the divine. Each Ekadashi has unique importance. Check out all the relevant information about dates, parana time and significance of the Ekadashi fasts falling in October.
Ekadashi October 2024: Papankusha Ekadashi (Ashwin, Shukla Paksha)
- Papankusha Ekadashi 2024 Date: 13th October 2024
- Ekadashi Tithi Begins: 09:09 AM, 13th October 2024
- Ekadashi Tithi Ends: 06:41 AM, 14th October 2024
- Papankusha Ekadashi 2024 Parana Time: 07:16 AM to 09:31 AM, 14th October 2024
Papankusha Ekadashi Significance: Papankusha Ekadashi, a significant Hindu fasting day, occurs on the eleventh day of the waxing moon phase (Shukla Paksha) in the lunar month of Ashwin. Consequently, it is also referred to as Ashwina-Shukla Ekadashi. This auspicious day is dedicated to Lord Padmanabha, a revered incarnation of Lord Vishnu. Devotees observe this sacred day with unwavering dedication and fervour, worshipping Lord Padmanabha with intense devotion. By undertaking the Papankusha Ekadashi vrat, or fast, devotees seek to receive Lord Padmanabha's divine blessings, which are believed to confer worldly comforts and luxuries. Through their devotion and self-discipline, observers aim to cultivate spiritual growth and earn the Lord's grace. This sacred day presents an opportunity for Hindus to reconnect with their faith, seek redemption, and strengthen their bond with the divine. By observing Papankusha Ekadashi, devotees demonstrate their commitment to Lord Padmanabha's teachings and values.
Ekadashi, a sacred Hindu fasting day, purifies mind, body, and soul, fostering spiritual growth and divine connection with Lord Vishnu. (Image Source: Canva)
Ekadashi October 2024: Rama Ekadashi (Kartik, Krishna Paksha)
- Rama Ekadashi 2024 Date: 28th October 2024
- Ekadashi Tithi Begins: 05:23 AM, 27th October 2024
- Ekadashi Tithi Ends: 07:50 AM, 28th October 2024
- Rama Ekadashi 2024 Parana Time: 06:31 AM to 08:44 AM, 29th October 2024
Rama Ekadashi Significance: Rama Ekadashi is a significant fasting day in Hindu culture, occurring on the eleventh day of the dark moon phase (Krishna Paksha) in the month of Kartik. Falling four days prior to Diwali, the festival of lights, this Ekadashi is also known as Rambha Ekadashi or Kartik Krishna Ekadashi. Hindus believe that observing a fast on this sacred day cleanses them of their past transgressions. According to ancient scriptures, such as the Brahma-Vaivarta Purana, observing Rama Ekadashi confers profound spiritual benefits, including forgiveness for even the most severe sins, equivalent to Brahminicide. By dedicating themselves to this fast, devotees seek redemption and liberation from their past mistakes. Rama Ekadashi offers a poignant opportunity for spiritual renewal, self-reflection, and devotion, allowing participants to begin anew, free from the burdens of past wrongdoing, and cultivate a deeper connection with their faith.
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