Yogini Ekadashi 2023: Everything you need to know about this auspicious day

Hindus place a great deal of significance on Ekadashi. One of the 24 Ekadashis that fall throughout the year is Yogini Ekadashi. This day is set aside for Lord Vishnu's worship. On this blessed day, devotees observe fasting. It is said that by keeping this fast, one is liberated from all curses. Today, June 14, 2023, is Yogini Ekadashi Vrat, which is being observed this year.

Date and time:

• Ekadashi Tithi starts - June 13, 2023 - 09:28 AM

• The end of Ekadashi Tithi is June 14, 2023 at 8:48 AM

• Parana time- 15th of June 2023, 05:24 to 08:10

• End of Parana day Dwadashi on June 15, 2023 at 8:32 A.M.

Puja rituals:

Sankalp must be performed prior to the Ekadashi fast.The temple area needs to be cleaned when Brahm Muhurat falls. Following that, one must bathe before beginning puja rituals. After that, begin the puja rituals by setting up an idol of Lord Vishnu, lighting a diya with desi ghee, offering flowers or a garland, applying a tilak, and presenting sweets and fruits. Om Namo Bhagvate Vasudevaye must be chanted throughout the entire day by devotees.

Significance:

On this specific day, those who worship Lord Vishnu receive all of life's joys, riches, and prosperity. This fast can purify the body, the mind, and the soul. Since spiritual followers go directly to Vaikunth Dham after death, they must observe the Ekadashi fast each month.

People participate in a variety of spiritual and religious activities on this day of prosperity. Anyone can observe the Yogini Ekadashi fast, regardless of age, caste, or religion.People who want to overcome physical and mental issues are advised to observe the Ekadashi fast. If they are unable to do so, they must perform the full rituals for Lord Vishnu's puja on each Ekadashi.