Shattila Ekadasi is observed during the waning phase of moon in the month of January/February. The importance of Sat Tila Ekadasi was narrated to Yudhishtira by Lord Krishna and is found in the Bhavishyottara Purana. Shattila Ekadasi 2024 date is February 6. Ekadashi Fasting is dedicated to Lord Vishnu and is observed on the 11th day of waning and waxing phase of moon in traditional Hindu calendar. The name of the Ekadashi is Sat-Tila as it is believed that donating Til (Sesame) seeds on this day will help in redeeming sins. It is also considered highly auspicious to take bath in water mixed with til (sesame seeds) and offer oblations to dead ancestors with water mixed with sesame seeds. It is also believed that Til should be used in six different types of ways on the day. That is why the Ekadasi got the name Shattila - six types of til. It must be noted that Sat-tila Ekadasi takes place in North India during winter season and Sesame seeds is considered to be high