- By Kashish Rai
- Thu, 23 Jan 2025 02:47 PM (IST)
- Source:JND
Shattila Ekadashi 2025: In Hinduism, Ekadashi fasting holds immense spiritual significance. Occurring every 11 days, Ekadashi is a sacred day dedicated to Lord Vishnu. Devotees observe a strict fast to purify their mind, body and soul. By observing Ekadashi, devotees demonstrate their devotion, self-discipline and commitment to their spiritual growth.
It is also believed that Ekadashi fasting helps to nullify past sins and accumulate positive karma. The sacred fast of Shattila Ekadashi will be observed next, on 25 January 2025. While devotees uphold the sacred fast of Ekadashi, it is necessary to perform this vrat in a proper way. The Ekadashi fasting is considered to be one of the hardest, yet most rewarding vrat in Hinduism. Culminating the Ekadashi Vrat properly not only ensures good fortune but also helps receive the blessings of Lord Vishnu.
The representatives of Vrindavan Chandrodaya Mandir, also known as Vrindavan Heritage Tower share certain guidelines that must be followed on every Ekadashi Vrat. Know what you must eat and not eat during the Ekadashi Vrat and also know the correct way to break your Ekadashi Vrat the next day.
What To Eat On Ekadashi Vrat
- Fresh fruit preparations are permissible, offering a nutritious and healthy option for those observing Ekadashi fasting.
- All types of nuts and their derived oils are allowed, providing a valuable source of essential fatty acids and protein.
- Underground root vegetables, such as potatoes are acceptable.
- Pure sugar and milk are permitted during the Ekadashi Vrat.
- Pure salt, black pepper, fresh ginger and turmeric are approved spices for Ekadashi.
- Tapioca or sago is a permissible food option, provided it is not manufactured using rice flour or corn starch.
Devotees must follow certain guidelines on the sacred Ekadashi fast to ensure that the fast culminates properly. (Image Source: Freepik)
What Not To Eat On Ekadashi Vrat
- Abstain from consuming grains, cereals, pulses, and beans on Ekadashi, as part of the fasting ritual.
- Refrain from tamasic food options, including onion, garlic, alcohol, eggs and meat which are considered detrimental to spiritual growth.
- Although grains can be offered to Lord Vishnu as bhog, devotees must not consume them as Prasadam on Ekadashi, adhering to the strict observance of the vrat.
How To Break Your Ekadashi Vrat
To conclude your Ekadashi fast, break your fast after sunrise on the next day within the Parana Timings, following prayers and offerings to Lord Vishnu.