About Jaya Ekadashi:
Every 11th Tithi in the Hindu calendar is designated as Ekadashi when people fast. The Ekadashi following a full moon is known as Krishna Paksha, and the Ekadashi following Amavasya is known as Shukla Paksha. The Puranas also make reference to the significance of this fast. According to the Hindu calendar, the Ekadashi that occurs in the Shukla Paksha of the Magh month is referred to as Jaya Ekadashi. The Jaya Ekadashi falls on February 1, 2023, per Hindi Panchang. On this day, Lord Vishnu is worshipped in the belief that doing so will lead to salvation for his followers. Continue reading to learn more about the history of Jaya Ekadashi and its significance.
Importance of Jaya Ekadashi:
The Ekadashi fast concludes with Parana. On the morning of Ekadashi, once the sun has risen, Parana is finished. The fasting day of Ekadashi should be interrupted as soon as feasible before the end of Dwadashi. If the Dwadashi Tithi is finished before sunrise, for instance, the Parana will take place only after daybreak; failing to perform Parana during the Dwadashi Tithi is a sin. It’s still important to observe the Ekadashi fast, even on Hari Vassar. Wait till the fasting disciples of Hari Vasara have finished their rituals. Mr. Hari Vasara, The first fiscal quarter begins on Dwadashi Tithi.
Fasting Jaya Ekadashi
The best time to eat after fasting is in the morning, whereas the afternoon is best avoided. If the Parana cannot be done first thing in the morning, it should be done in the afternoon. The Ekadashi fast may last for two days. When the second day of Ekadashi rolls around, it will be “Second Fortnight Day,” so everyone in the household should fast on the first day. Sages recommend that those desiring salvation observe a fast on Duji Ekadashi. When the Vaishnava Ekadashi and the Duji Ekadashi both occur on the same day, devotees of Lord Vishnu are expected to observe a double fast. Performing the Vishnu Puja ritual will bring you happiness and success in all aspects of your life.
History And Origin Of Jaya Ekadashi :
According to Jagran, Lord Krishna repeated the narrative to Yudhistir. The beginning of the story takes place at a feast in Nandan Van when all of the saints, sages and revered devas are gathered. Malyavan sang, and Pushyavati danced while Gandharv men and women performed a dance at the festival. But in the middle of their performance, Pushyavati became preoccupied with Malyavan, who in turn became preoccupied with himself. This upset the balance of the song’s sur and tal.
God Indra was furious when he saw this and cursed them. Both were expelled from heaven by Indra, who also exiled them to Earth. So they began dwelling on a large tree in the Himalayan mountains like vampires. But one particular day, they were so depressed that they just ate fruits and remained awake all night. Due to the fact that it was the Shukla Paksha of the Magh month on that day, the pair unintentionally accomplished the Jaya Ekadashi vrat. They are freed from the curse’s restrictions as a result, and they begin to live in heaven once more.
Puja Rituals Of Jaya Ekadashi:
- Early am on Ekadashi Tithi (preferably during Brahma Muhurat – two hours before sunrise).
- Take a bath, then put on clean, new clothing.
- Practice Dhyana (meditation) and then Sankalpa (a pledge that you will whole-heartedly observe the vrat and complete it successfully).
- As you start your vrat on the Dashami Tithi, maintain your chastity.
- Avoid eating meat, rice, wheat, lentils, onions, and garlic. (Providing the body and mind with enough rest is one of the key goals of the Vrat.)
- It is strictly forbidden to use smoke or drink alcohol.
- You can have fruits, milk, and vrat dishes like kuttu, singhare ki puri, paratha, sabudana khichdi, or vada.
- Give food or other necessities to those in need.
- Keep your cool, be kind, and attempt to control your racing thoughts. The vrat, which comes from devotion, is a practice in mind- and body control.
- Say the mantra “OM Namo Bhagavate Vasudevaya.”
- After conducting the puja on Ekadashi Tithi, read the Vishnu Sahasranam, additional hymns to Lord Vishnu, and the Jaya Ekadashi Vrat Katha.
Jaya Ekadashi 2023 : Date And Time
Wednesday, February 1, 2023, is Jaya Ekadashi.
Jaya Ekadashi Begin Tuesday, January 31, 2023, at 11:53 a.m.
Jaya Ekadashi Ends Wednesday, February 1, 2023, at 2:01 p.m.
Fasting Time: From 7:09 a.m. until 9:19 a.m. on February 2.
Parana Tithi, Dwadashi Ending: Thursday, February 2, 4:26 p.m.
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