Pavitra Ekadasi, or Pavitropana Ekadashi, is observed during the waxing phase of the moon in Shravan or Sawan month (July – August). In 2013, the date of Pavitra Ekadashi is August 17. The importance of Pavithra Ekadashi was explained to Yudhisthira by Lord Krishna and is found in the Bhavisyotara Purana. Jhulan Yatra. an important festival associated with Lord Krishna, Radha and Lord Jagannath, begins on this Ekadasi day.
It is widely believed that a son is born to the couple that observes Pavitra Ekadasi. There is an important story in the Puranas that indicate that Sage Lomasa advising a King to observe the Ekadasi so that he will beget a son.
Fasting on this day also washes away all the remorse and regret of sins performed. All grains are avoided on this day. Some staunch devotees stay awake during the night on the day.
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Does one need to observe anything special on the night preceding an Ekadashi?
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Today "Putrada Ekadasi"
"Om Namo Bhagvate Vasu Devay Nam:"
Only 108 Time..
Lord krishna has manifested in front of Shri Vallabhacharya on this day and Shri Vallabhacharya has offered silk/ cotton thread from his dupatta to lord and that is the reason for offering pavitra to lord krishna.. Jai Shri Krishna
OM NAMO BHAGVATE VASUDEVAYA
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