Festivals
Date
Smarta Yogini Ekadashi
Ekadashi Parana Timings
Auspicious Vrata Parana Windows
Parana Time
11 Jul, 1:52 pm – 4:34 pm, 11 Jul
Harivasara End Time
11 Jul, 10:33 am
Dwadashi End Time
12 Jul, 2:04 am
About
Yogini Ekadashi is widely observed to rid oneself of severe diseases, physical ailments, and the karmic reactions of past misdeeds, guiding the devotee toward spiritual purity.
Significance:
The Padma Purana narrates the story of Hemamali, a Yaksha servant of King Kuvera. Hemamali neglected his duty of gathering flowers for Lord Shiva because of his infatuation with his beautiful wife. Enraged, Kuvera cursed him to suffer from terrible leprosy. Wandering in agony, Hemamali reached the ashram of Sage Markandeya, who instructed him to observe Yogini Ekadashi. By doing so, he was cured of the dreadful disease and returned to his original divine form.
Rituals & Puja Vidhi:
1. Fasting: Observing a strict fast, avoiding all grains and worldly indulgences. 2. Narayana Puja: Worshipping Lord Narayana with intense devotion, seeking physical and spiritual healing. 3. Vrat Katha: Listening to the Yogini Ekadashi story as a reminder of the consequences of neglecting one's Dharma. 4. Charity: Offering medical aid or food to the sick and the destitute.