When is Varuthini Ekadashi 2026: According to the Panchang, in the year 2026, the fast of Varuthini Ekadashi will be observed on 13 April 2026. People have deep reverence for this Ekadashi of Krishna Paksha of Vaishakh month. It is believed that whoever observes this fast with full devotion, the old troubles of his life go away and happiness and prosperity come to his house. On this day, the ‘Varaha’ form of Lord Vishnu is remembered, who shows us the way out of all kinds of difficulties. This festival not only teaches us about worship, but also inspires us to keep ourselves calm and be kind to others. This day is a very good opportunity to move forward in life with new hopes.
When and how to break your fast?
Parana of Varuthini Ekadashi fast i.e. the best time to break the fast is on Dwadashi date. In 2026, you can break your fast on Tuesday, April 14. The most auspicious time for this is between 06:54 am to 08:31 am. It is very important to keep in mind that the fast is not broken at the time of Hari Vasar. On this day, Hari Vasar is ending at 06:54 in the morning, hence it would be better to take food only after this. Before breaking the fast, it is considered virtuous to feed food to a needy person or donate food grains as per one’s capacity.
Necessary materials for Vishnu worship
- Yellow cloth and statue: Spread a clean yellow cloth at the place of worship and install a small idol or picture of God on it.
- Incense, lamp and ghee: Make arrangements for incense, lamp and pure ghee for the puja, so that the atmosphere of the house remains pure.
- Yellow Flowers: Lord likes yellow color very much, hence using yellow flowers in worship is considered very auspicious.
- Required Ingredients: Keep fruits, Akshat (unbroken rice), sandalwood, Roli and Mauli (Kalava) in the puja thali.
- Basil leaves: It is most important to have basil leaves in the worship, because without them the offering to God remains incomplete.
Donation of cold things: How to increase the glory of this fast?
The fast of Varuthini Ekadashi is not limited only to worship, but it is also a time to show love towards others. Because this festival falls in the summer of Vaishakh month, hence in our traditions donating cold things and essential items to passers-by on this day is considered the greatest virtue. On this day, it is advised to donate shoes, umbrella or an earthen pitcher filled with water. Water service has been called the best service because giving water to the thirsty is a direct service to God. These small things may sound very simple, but they prove to be a big relief for a needy person in the scorching sun. Charity teaches us that the real meaning of religion is to understand the suffering of others and come forward to help them.
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