Ekadashi of Krishna Paksha (Waning Moon Period) of Ashadh month is called Yogini Ekadashi. The Ekadashi fast holds great importance in the Hindu religion. There are 24 Ekadashis every year, that is, two IN every month. Lord Shree Narayan (Vishnu) is worshipped on the day of Yogini Ekadashi. It is believed that by observing this fast, a devotee gets freedom from all kinds of sins. The importance of this Vrat (fasting) was narrated by Shri Krishna to Yudhishthira.
Let’s find out when is Yogini Ekadashi Ekadashi in 2023, Worship Method and Fasting Story.
When is Yogini Ekadashi 2023?
Yogini Ekadashi 2023 falls on Wednesday, June 14.
- Ekadashi Tithi starts: June 13, 2023 at 09:28 a.m
- Ekadashi Tithi ends: June 14, 2023, at 08:48 a.m
- Parana time: June 15, 2023 from 05:23 a.m to 08:10 a.m
Worship Method of Yogini Ekadashi
The rituals of the Yogini Ekadashi fast start the previous day, after sunset. So from the evening of 13 June 2023, the rules should be followed. Devotees should worship Lord Vishnu in the evening after having Satvik food. On the day of the fast, wake up early in the morning, take a bath and wear clean clothes. After this, the resolution of the Yogini Ekadashi fast should be taken. The materials required for the puja are yellow sandalwood, yellow Akshat, yellow flowers, fruits, an oil lamp, incense sticks, rice and basil dyed in turmeric.
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Make an altar at the place of worship and place 7 types of grains there and then install the idol of Lord Vishnu. After this, start the Puja and read the Vrat Katha (fasting story). In the night, chant mantras and sing bhajans related to Lord Vishnu. Break the fast on the morning of June 25, i.e. the next day. The subsequent Ekadashi is called Devshayani Ekadashi. From this day onwards the Lord remains in sleep (Yoga Nidra) for four months.
Know more about Devshayani Ekadashi
Yogini Ekadashi 2023 Fasting Story
Lord Krishna narrated the story behind Yogini Ekadashi’s fast to Yudhishthira. Once in a city named Alkapuri, a gardener named Hemmali used to work in King Kubera’s kingdom. As per the orders of King Kubera, Hemmali used to bring flowers from Mansarovar every day for the worship of Lord Shiva. One day he brought the flowers, but forgot to give them to the palace and went with his wife for a walk. Due to this, he appeared late in court. When the king got to know about the reason, he became very angry and cursed him that he will get separated from his wife and will get leprosy.
The curse showed its effect and Hemmali got leprosy and his wife left him. One day while wandering, he reached the hermitage of sage Markandeya. Hemmali told about the cause of his plight to the sage. Impressed by Hemali’s honesty, the sage advised him to observe a fast on Yogini Ekadashi. Following the advice of the sage, the gardener kept the fast with full rituals and with the effect of the fast, his plight and suffering came to an end. His leprosy got cured. And, in the end, he attained salvation.
Benefits of Yogini Ekadashi 2023
- By observing the fast of Yogini Ekadashi, one gets the divine blessings of Lord Vishnu which bring success, prosperity and happiness in life.
- Observing this fast also helps the devotees to get freedom from all sins and attain salvation.
- Doing charity work on the fasting day helps in the fulfilment of all kinds of wishes.
- Yogini Ekadashi fast is also very beneficial in helping to cure people suffering from any chronic illness.
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