Ekadashi Tithi is the eleventh date of a lunar month. A lunar month has 30 days and Ekadashi occurs twice in a month. One in Krishna Paksha and one in Shukla Paksha. This Tithi has more importance than other Tithis.

Ekadashi Fast Importance

Observing fast on both the Ekadashis is very fruitful. On this day, Lord Vishnu is worshiped. Donating gold, property, food, cows, and Kanyadaan on this day benefits multifold. All of these donations are considered equivalent to performing Yagya of 1000 Ashvamedha. Ekadashi Tithi is one of the Nanda Tithis.

The importance of Ekadashi Tithi and stories related to this Tithi are evidenced in our classic text. The Bhagwad Gita talks of observing fast on Ekadashi and worshiping Lord Vishnu to get salvation. On Ekadashi Tithi, one should avoid Tamasic food, like meat, alcohol and avoid eating rice. Observing fast on this Tithi will alleviate physical pains from the life of the native.

Ekadashi Tithi Yoga

Ekadashi Tithi falling on Monday forms Kakrach and Dagad Yoga which is not considered good for auspicious tasks. It is believed that the planet Jupiter took birth on Ekadashi Tithi. There are 24 Ekadashi Tithis in a year and if the year has an Adhik Maas then there are 26 Ekadashis in a year.

A Native-Born on Ekadashi Tithi

Those born on Ekadashi Tithi are considerate, lovable and helpful. They are clever and financially sound. They respect their teachers and seniors. They are religious and spiritually strong. They are interested in arts and creativity. They are lawful and bestowed with the happiness of children. These natives are diplomatic and know how to move ahead in life keeping everyone's interest in mind.

Tasks which can be done on Ekadashi

Some important Ekadashis

Putrda Ekadashi -

This Ekadashi falls in Shukla Paksha of Paush lunar month. It is celebrated to seek the blessings of a child from the Lord. On this day fast is observed. Lord Vishnu is worshipped seeking a child and observing good health and fortune.

Nirjala Ekadashi -

Nirjala Ekadashi falls in Shukla Paksha of Jyeshta month. This is considered a very auspicious day and a person who observes fast on this day gets long life, salvation and fruitful results. This fast is kept without consuming anything, not even water. This is the reason the name of this fast is Nirjala, it means without water.

Harishayana Ekadashi -

It is believed that Lord Vishnu and all the Devas go to sleep for a period of four months. This month and Ekadashi marks the start of these four months when Devas rest and are in sleep mode. For this very reason this month name is named Hari Shayani.

The end of the four months when Lord Vishnu and Devas wake up from sleep is marked by this Ekadashi. This month is called Hariprobodhini and this day is celebrated as Hariprabodhini Ekadashi. This day is considered auspicious for marriage and other functions.