Utpanna Ekadashi 2024: Significance and Timings
Utpanna Ekadashi marks the beginning of the Ekadashi fasts in Hinduism. This year, it falls on November 26, 2024, under the Krishna Paksha of the Margashirsha month. Devotees worship Lord Vishnu and Goddess Lakshmi on this auspicious day to seek blessings, eliminate sins, and bring prosperity.
Auspicious Timings (2024)
- Start: November 25, 2024, at 2:56 AM
- End: November 26, 2024, at 1:43 AM
- Fast and Rituals: November 26, 2024 (based on Udaya Tithi)
Significance of Utpanna Ekadashi
According to Hindu mythology, on this day, Goddess Ekadashi defeated the demon Mura to protect Lord Vishnu. This day is highly auspicious for starting Ekadashi fasts, which are believed to cleanse sins and secure a place in Vaikuntha after life.
Puja Rituals
- Wake up early and take a holy bath.
- Offer yellow sweets and clothes to Lord Vishnu.
- Worship Goddess Lakshmi alongside Lord Vishnu.
- Pour water on a Peepal tree.
- Chant the mantra ‘Om Namo Bhagavate Vasudevaya.’
Highlights:
- Starting Ekadashi fasts on this day is highly auspicious.
- Worshiping Lakshmi-Narayan brings wealth and happiness.
- Lord Vishnu blesses devotees with peace and prosperity.
