Mohini Ekadashi 2023: Check dates, significance, Shubh Muhurat, Rituals and more

Mohini Ekadashi is considered one of the most propitious events in the Hindu calendar. It takes place during the Shukla Paksha of Vaishakh month and is of great importance to the Hindu faith.

During Mohini Ekadashi, followers fast for an entire day to seek the blessings of Lord Vishnu. According to ancient Hindu texts, Lord Vishnu took the form of a nymph Mohini on this day.

Mohini Ekadashi: Date, Shubh Muhurat

As per Drik Panchang, Mohini Ekadashi will occur on May 1, with Navami Tithi starting at 12:58 AM on that day and ending at 02:39 AM on May 02, 2023. The Parana time for breaking the fast is from 12:56 PM to 03:05 PM on May 02, and Hari Vasara ends at 08:56 AM on the same day.

Parana signifies the end of the fast observed on Ekadashi and should be performed after sunrise on the following day, i.e., Dwadashi. It is essential to complete Parana within Dwadashi Tithi, unless Dwadashi ends before sunrise, failing which it is considered a transgression.

Mohini Ekadashi: Rituals

Followers may start the day with worshipping the Mohini avatar of Lord Vishnu. To observe this day, wake up early in the morning, take a bath, and break the fast by offering water to the sun. Then, place the idol of Lord Vishnu at the worship location and perform Panchamrit Abhishekam.

Next, offer incense, lamps, fruits, flowers, naivedya, and tulsi leaves to Lord Vishnu while reciting his mantras. Read the Ekadashi fasting story and perform aarti. Break the fast on Dwadasi Tithi and donate food and Dakshina to the needy as an act of charity to conclude the fast.

FAQs

1. Who is Goddess Mohini?
   Goddess Mohini is considered the female manifestation of Lord Vishnu.
2. When is Mohini Ekadashi?
   May 1, 2023