Yogini Ekadashi occurs during the waning phase of the moon in the Hindu month of Ashadha (June – July) as per traditional Hindu calendar followed in North India. In 2013, the date of Yogini Ekadashi is July 3. The importance of this Ekadasi was explained to Yudhisthira by Lord Krishna. Fasting on this Ekadashi helps in overcoming the remorse caused by sins committed and also helps in achieving ‘moksha.’
The significance of Yogini Ekadasi is mentioned in Brahma Vaivarta Purana. The Purana narrates the tale of a gardener named Hemamali who overcame a curse, which made him a leper, by observing a fast on Yogini Ekadasi. The gardener was instructed by sage Markandeya about the Ekadashi.
A fast on this day is believed to help in washing away the sins committed and in leading a pious life.
All the usual rules associated with Ekadasi fasting are observed on the day. The fast begins with the sunrise on Ekadasi day and ends with sunrise on the next day.
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3 comments:
Nrusimha and his wife Kshemankari are worshipped by offering them jambu and panda. We should give the bath to the idol of Lord Vishnu & after that should offer the flowers, incense sticks & lightened lamp & perform aarti with full of devotion.
Please refrain from using the word IDOL to refer to "murti" Thanks
May Lord Vishnu grant His Blessing to All observing Yogini Ekadashi
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