Shattila Ekadashi Vrat 2025: Date, Time, Rituals and Significance

Shattila Ekadashi Vrat 2025: Date, Time, Rituals and Significance

Shattila Ekadashi, a highly revered day dedicated to Lord Vishnu, will be observed on Saturday, January 25, 2025. This sacred day is marked by devotees undertaking a fast to seek the blessings of Lord Vishnu and to cleanse their mind, body, and soul.

Shattila Ekadashi Vrat 2025: Date and Time

Shattila Ekadashi 2025: Significance

The name "Shattila" is derived from the Sanskrit word "til" (sesame seeds) and "shat," which means six. This Ekadashi emphasizes the importance of sesame seeds, which are used in six different ways during the day: for bathing, eating, donating, offering in rituals, consuming in water, and making paste. These acts are believed to cleanse negative karma and bring divine blessings.

Shattila Ekadashi holds deep spiritual significance as it teaches devotees about the value of selflessness and charity. It is believed that observing this vrat (fast) helps purify one's soul, promotes spiritual growth, and paves the way for liberation (Moksha).

Shattila Ekadashi 2025: Rituals

• Fasting: Devotees abstain from consuming grains, pulses, and certain foods during the fast. Many choose to observe a complete fast, consuming only fruits and water.
• Sesame Seed Usage: Sesame seeds are a key part of the rituals. They are used in bathing, consumed in meals, and donated to the needy.
• Worship of Lord Vishnu: Devotees wake up early, take a holy bath, and perform prayers dedicated to Lord Vishnu. Bhajans and Vishnu Sahasranama are recited throughout the day.
• Charity: Donating food, clothes, and sesame seeds to the less fortunate is considered highly auspicious.

Breaking the fast, known as Parana, is a crucial part of the Ekadashi vrat. Here are the key rules:

• Parana must be performed only after sunrise on the day following Ekadashi.
• It is necessary to break the fast within the Dwadashi Tithi unless the Tithi ends before sunrise.
• Parana should not be done during Hari Vasara, which is the first one-fourth duration of Dwadashi. Devotees are advised to wait for Hari Vasara to conclude before breaking the fast.
• The ideal time for Parana is during Pratahkal (early morning). However, if Pratahkal is missed, Parana can be done after Madhyahna (midday).

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