Jaya Ekadashi 2023: Date, Significance, Shubh Muhurat, Puja Vidhi; all you need to know

Every year, during the Magha month of Shukla Paksha, the Jaya Ekadashi Vrat is observed. This year, it will be observed with zeal and dedication on February 1. According to Hindu scriptures, Jaya Ekadashi is a fasting practice observed on the 'Ekadashi' tithi during the Shukla Paksha of the Hindu calendar's Magha month.

Jaya Ekadashi 2023: Date And Shubh Muhurat

The auspicious occasion of Jaya Ekadashi is observed on February 1, 2023. Drik Panchang predicts that the Ekadashi Tithi will begin at 11:53 AM on January 31 and end at 02:01 PM on February 1, 2023. On February 1, 2023, the Parana time will be 07:10 AM to 09:20 AM.

Jaya Ekadashi 2023: Significance

Ekadashi is a very auspicious and significant day in the Hindu calendar. The Jaya Ekadashi fast is a powerful vrat that can cleanse a person of the most heinous sins. It is dedicated to Lord Vishnu and because the month of Magha in which it falls is auspicious for worshipping Lord Shiva. The end of the Ekadashi fast is marked by Parana. On Ekadashi day, parana is completed after daybreak. The Ekadashi fast should ideally be broken as soon as possible after the end of Dwadashi. Jaya Ekadashi is also known as 'Bhoumi Ekadashi' and 'Bhishma Ekadashi' by some Hindu communities in South India, particularly in the states of Karnataka and Andhra Pradesh.

Jaya Ekadashi 2023: Puja Rituals

1. On the occasion of Jaya Ekadashi, devotees observe a daylong fast during which they refrain from eating or drinking anything.

2. Devotees should wash the place of worship with Gangajal or holy water.

3. As soon as the idol is set up, worship rituals must begin.

4. Chant the Narayan Stotra, the Vishnu Sahasranama, and the songs of Lord Krishna as you worship.

5. Present the goddesses with prasad, flowers, coconut, water, basil, fruits, and incense sticks.

6. Chants should be recited while performing adoration.

7. After feeding the Brahmins on Dwadashi, give them janeu and betel nuts. You should eat only after completing this Jaya Ekadashi ritual.

FAQs

Q1. What is the date of Jaya Ekadashi this year?
The auspicious occasion of Jaya Ekadashi will be observed on February 1, 2023.

Q2. What is the Shubh Muhurat of Jaya Ekadashi?
Drik Panchang predicts that the Ekadashi Tithi will begin at 11:53 AM on January 31 and end at 02:01 PM on February 1, 2023. On February 1, 2023, the Parana time will be 07:10 AM to 09:20 AM.