Ritual & Traditions

The 24 Ekadashis: A Complete Guide to Sacred Fasts Did You Know?Each Ekadashi falls on a specific lunar phase. Mark your calendar and observe the fast that aligns with your heartfelt wish—be it children, health, victory, or liberation.How to Observe: Fast from grains, beans, and spices. Chant Vishnu Sahasranama or “Om Namo Bhagavate Vasudevaya”. Donate food or clothes on Dwadashi (next day). Break your fast after sunrise. “Ekadashi is the boat that takes the soul across the ocean of samsara.” The 24 Sacred EkadashisEkadashi, the 11th lunar day, appears 24 times a year-12 in Shukla Paksha (waxing moon) and 12 in Krishna Paksha (waning moon). The cycle begins with Utpanna (origin) and ends with Papavimochani (sin destroyer). Mokshada grants liberation; Saphala brings success. Putrada (Pausha & Shravana) blesses with children. Satilla involves sesame charity. Jaya & Vijaya ensure victory. Amalaki venerates the gooseberry tree. Papmochani & Papankusha erase sins. Kamada fulfills desires; Varuthini prevents misfortune; Mohini breaks illusion; Apara removes heavy karma. Nirjala (waterless fast) gives all merits. Yogini heals. Devshayani starts Vishnu’s sleep; Devuthana awakens Him. Kamika, Parsha/Vamana, Indira (for ancestors), and Rama complete the 24. Click here