Why is Indira Ekadashi special?
Indira ekadashi 2025: In Hinduism, Pitrupaksha is considered a special time of satisfaction and salvation of the soul of the ancestors. Meanwhile, Indira Ekadashi, who is coming, has been called the most impressive date. It is mentioned in the scriptures that the fast of this Ekadashi not only gives the blessings of Lord Vishnu, but also has the ability to reach the ancestors to heaven. This is why it is considered the most powerful Ekadashi of Pitrupaksha.
Why is Indira Ekadashi special?
According to the Puranas, by observing the fast of Indira Ekadashi, the ancestors get satisfaction and at the same time the fast also gets the path of salvation. It is said that King Indrasen gave his ancestors a place in heaven with the power of this fast. For this reason, this date is awaited every year in Pitrupaksha.
Fasting and worship
- Take a bath in the morning and take a holy resolution and fast throughout the day.
- Worship Lord Vishnu with yellow clothes, basil, yellow flowers and fruits.
- It is also considered special fruitful on this day to anoint the Shivling with Belpatra and Panchamrit.
- Donate lamps in the evening and donate food and clothes to the needy.
- The next day, after passing the morning, complete the fast.
Importance of Pitra Tarpan and Donation
On this day, along with the fast, there is a tradition of tarpan, pindadan and donation for the ancestors. There is a clear mention in the Garuda Purana that the tarpan given on Indira Ekadashi satisfies the ancestors and reaches Pitriloka directly. It is said that on this day, the ancestors are happy with the food, clothes, grains and gaudan, and there is happiness and prosperity in the house.
This year’s auspicious time
Ekadashi date starts: 17 September 2025, 12:21 pm
Ekadashi date ends: 17 September 2025, 11:39 pm
Parana Time: 18 September 2025, from 06:07 am to 08:34 pm
Special precautions
- Lying, intoxication and insulting someone on the day of fasting destroys the virtue of fasting.
- Keep avoiding food and vengeful food.
- It is mandatory to follow reverence and method while offering to the ancestors.
Indira Ekadashi is not just a religious date but is the Mahadwar of the liberation of the ancestors and the prosperity of the house. The fast performed with faith and reverence is considered welfare for both the life and lineage of the person.
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