Ekadashi
A Day of Devotion, Purity, and Divine Blessings
Discover the spiritual and divine benefits of fasting and donating on this sacred day dedicated to Lord Vishnu.
Ekadashi is known as the day of Lord Vishnu, and by observing it, one seeks His divine blessings. It is believed that fasting or donating Ekadashi can destroy sins, bring peace, and elevate one’s consciousness closer to the divine. Fasting purifies the body, mind, and soul, making it easier to control the senses and focus on spiritual activities.
Perform Daan and seva this Ekadashi to get divine blessings and results.
The Ekadashi of the Shukla Paksha in the month of Ashwin is known as Papankusha Ekadashi. On this day, devotees worship Lord Vishnu in his Padmanabha form.
Importance of the Fast
Observing a fast on Papankusha Ekadashi is believed to destroy all sins and bless the devotee with eternal merits. This fast purifies the mind and allows the devotee to atone for past wrongdoings. It is said that by observing the Papankusha Ekadashi fast, one is liberated from even the gravest sins.
Recommended Acts on Pasankusa Ekadashi
On this day, it is considered highly auspicious for devotees to perform acts of charity such as cow service (Gau Seva), offering food (Annadan Seva), and feeding Brahmins (Brahman Bhojan Seva) in their name. Engaging in these charitable activities is believed to attract Lord Vishnu’s special blessings and bring immense spiritual benefits, leading to a life of peace, prosperity, and ultimately, liberation (Moksha).
In ISKCON, the fast for Papankusha Ekadashi will be observed on October 14th. On October 15th, the time for breaking the fast (Parana) is from 5:33 AM to 9:26 AM.
आश्विन माह के शुक्ल पक्ष की एकादशी का नाम पापांकुशा एकादशी है।पापांकुशा एकादशी के दिन भगवान विष्णु के पद्मनाभ स्वरूप की पूजा की जाती है.
इस व्रत के करने से सभी पाप नष्ट हो जाते हैं और व्रत करने वाला अक्षय पुण्य का भागी बनता है। इससे मन की शुद्धि होती है और व्यक्ति अपने पापों का प्रायश्चित कर पाता है। पापांकुशा एकादशी का व्रत जघन्य पापों से मुक्ति दिलाने वाला माना गया है।
पाशांकुशा एकादशी के दिन भक्तों के लिए अत्यंत पुण्यकारी माना गया है कि वे अपने नाम से गौ सेवा, अन्नदान सेवा और ब्राह्मण भोजन सेवा करें। इस दिन इन सेवाओं को करना अत्यधिक शुभ माना जाता है, जिससे भगवान विष्णु की विशेष कृपा प्राप्त होती है और भक्तों को अपार पुण्य की प्राप्ति होती है, जिससे जीवन में सुख, शांति, और मोक्ष का मार्ग प्रशस्त होता है।
इस्कॉन ISKCON में पापांकुशा एकादशी का व्रत 14 अक्टूबर को रखा जाएगा. 15वाँ अक्टूबर को, पारण (व्रत तोड़ने का) समय – 05:33 ए एम से 09:26 ए एम
- Generates Positive Karma
- Fulfillment of desires
- Alleviation of health issues
- Protection from evil forces
- Strengthening of horoscope
- Pacification of malefic planets
- Prosperity and Happiness
- Removal of Doshas
Ekadashi Seva Opportunities
Anna Daan (Khichidi) Seva
Perform Anna Daan (Khichidi) Seva for Ekadashi. Provide nourishing meals for devotees and help feed the needy, pleasing Krishna.
Gau Puja & Gau Seva
Perform in Gau Puja & Gau Seva on Ekadashi – Offer prayers for prosperity and receive Krishna's love and blessings through Gau Mata.
Vaishnava Seva
Perform Vaishnava Seva this Ekadashi. Support and honor the devotees, spreading Krishna's blessings and grace.
Sadhu Bhojan Seva
Participate Sadhu Bhojan Seva at ISKCON for a spiritual connection through the sacred act of serving meals to holy men
Sri Vigraha Arati Seva
Sponsor Sri Vigraha Arati Seva this Ekadashi. Offer your devotion and receive Krishna’s divine grace blessings.
Pushpanjali By Family
Perform Pushpanjali Seva this Ekadashi – We will perform Puja in your name & Gotra, and get prasadam at your doorstep.
Gita Daan Seva
Participate in the noble Gita Daan Seva, contributing to the dissemination of the timeless wisdom of the Bhagavad Gita.
Narasimha Puja
Perform Narasimha Puja for protection and divine blessings. Achieve peace, prosperity, and success.
ISKCON Ekadashi Calander 2024
| Ekadashi Name | Date | Parana Time | Masa |
| Saphala Ekadashi | 7 Jan 2024 Sun | 06:34 AM to 09:55 AM | Narayana Masa (Pausha) |
| Putrada Ekadashi | 21 Jan 2024 Sun | 06:19 AM to 09:58 AM | Narayana Masa (Pausha) |
| Shat Tila Ekadashi | 6 Feb 2024 Tue | 06:13 AM to 09:58 AM | Madhava Masa (Magha) |
| Bhaimi Ekadashi | 20 Feb 2024 Tue | 06:05 AM to 09:55 AM | Madhava Masa (Magha) |
| Vijaya Ekadashi | 7 Mar 2024 Thu | 05:52 AM to 09:49 AM | Govinda Masa (Phalguna) |
| Amalaki Ekadashi | 20 Mar 2024 Wed | 08:58 AM to 09:42 AM | Govinda Masa (Phalguna) |
| Papamochani Ekadashi | 5 Apr 2024 Fri | 05:24 AM to 09:34 AM | Vishnu Masa (Chaitra) |
| Kamada Ekadashi | 20 Apr 2024 Sat | 05:11 AM to 09:27 AM | Vishnu Masa (Chaitra) |
| Varuthini Ekadashi | 4 May 2024 Sat | 05:01 AM to 09:23 AM | Madhusudana Masa (Vaishakha) |
| Mohini Ekadashi | 19 May 2024 Sun | 04:54 AM to 09:20 AM | Madhusudana Masa (Vaishakha) |
| Apara Ekadashi | 3 Jun 2024 Mon | 04:51 AM to 09:21 AM | Trivikrama Masa (Jyeshtha) |
| Pandava Nirjala Ekadashi | 18 Jun 2024 Tue | 04:52 AM to 07:28 AM | Trivikrama Masa (Jyeshtha) |
| Yogini Ekadashi | 2 Jul 2024 Tue | 04:56 AM to 07:10 AM | Vamana Masa (Ashadha) |
| Sayana Ekadashi | 17 Jul 2024 Wed | 05:02 AM to 09:29 AM | Vamana Masa (Ashadha) |
| Kamika Ekadashi | 31 Jul 2024 Wed | 05:08 AM to 09:31 AM | Shridhara Masa (Shravana) |
| Pavitropana Ekadashi | 16 Aug 2024 Fri | 05:14 AM to 08:05 AM | Shridhara Masa (Shravana) |
| Annada Ekadashi | 29 Aug 2024 Thu | 07:49 AM to 09:31 AM | Hrishikesha Masa (Bhadra) |
| Parshva Ekadashi | 14 Sep 2024 Sat | 05:23 AM to 09:29 AM | Hrishikesha Masa (Bhadra) |
| Indira Ekadashi | 28 Sep 2024 Sat | 05:27 AM to 09:27 AM | Padmanabha Masa (Ashvina) |
| Pashankusha Ekadashi | 14 Oct 2024 Mon | 05:33 AM to 09:26 AM | Padmanabha Masa (Ashvina) |
| Rama Ekadashi | 28 Oct 2024 Mon | 05:39 AM to 09:27 AM | Damodara Masa (Kartika) |
| Devutthana Ekadashi | 11 Nov 2024 Mon | 05:45 AM to 09:28 AM | Damodara Masa (Kartika) |
| Utpanna Ekadashi | 26 Nov 2024 Tue | 05:50 AM to 09:32 AM | Kesava Masa (Margashirsha) |
| Mokshada Ekadashi | 11 Dec 2024 Wed | 05:57 AM to 09:37 AM | Kesava Masa (Margashirsha) |
| Saphala Ekadashi | 27 Dec 2024 Fri | 06:03 AM to 09:42 AM | Narayana Masa (Pausha) |
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