Ekadashi in September 2024: Parsva Ekadashi, Indira Ekadashi, Shraddha Ekadashi Date, Time and Significance

Ekadashi Date and Time in September 2024

In the month of September 2024, three significant Ekadashi observances are set to take place: Parsva Ekadashi, Shraddha Ekadashi, and Indira Ekadashi. These holy days hold immense spiritual importance for Hindu devotees, who observe fasts and perform rituals to seek blessings from Lord Vishnu. Let’s explore the dates and key timings for each of these Ekadashi days.

September 2024 Ekadashi Vrat Date and Time

Parsva Ekadashi, also known as Parivartini Ekadashi, will be observed on Saturday, September 14, 2024. This falls during the Bhadrapada, Shukla Ekadashi, a highly auspicious time for devotees who seek protection and guidance from Lord Vishnu.

Parsva Ekadashi Parana Date and Time: The fast-breaking or Parana time for Parsva Ekadashi is from 06:06 AM to 08:34 AM on Sunday, September 15, 2024.

• Parsva Ekadashi Ekadashi Tithi Begins: 10:30 PM on September 13, 2024.
• Parsva Ekadashi Ekadashi Tithi Ends: 08:41 PM on September 14, 2024.

Shraddha Ekadashi, observed during Ashwina, Krishna Ekadashi, is an important day dedicated to performing Shraddha rites for ancestors. Shraddha Ekadashi 2024 will be observed on Friday, September 27, 2024, with special rituals and timings to pay homage to the departed souls.

• Kutup Muhurat: 11:48 AM to 12:36 PM (Duration: 48 minutes).
• Rohina Muhurat: 12:36 PM to 01:24 PM (Duration: 48 minutes).
• Aparahna Kaal: 01:24 PM to 03:48 PM (Duration: 2 hours, 24 minutes).
• Ekadashi Tithi Begins: 01:20 PM on September 27, 2024.
• Ekadashi Tithi Ends: 02:49 PM on September 28, 2024.

Indira Ekadashi will take place on Saturday, September 28, 2024, coinciding with Ashwina, Krishna Ekadashi. This Ekadashi is particularly significant for those seeking to free their ancestors from the cycle of rebirth.

• Ekadashi Tithi Begins: 01:20 PM on September 27, 2024.
• Ekadashi Tithi Ends: 02:49 PM on September 28, 2024.

These Ekadashi days provide a sacred opportunity for spiritual growth, self-purification, and honoring ancestors. Observing the fasts and rituals on these days is believed to bring peace, prosperity, and divine blessings.