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Rules of Putrada Ekadashi: Ekadashi fast has special significance in Hindu religion. This fast dedicated to Lord Vishnu can show the path to spiritual purification, attainment of virtue and family welfare. Ekadashi of Shukla Paksha of Paush month is called Putrada Ekadashi. This is considered a special fruitful fast for the happiness of children and the growth of descendants. According to the calendar, this Ekadashi is on 30th December in the year 2025. According to religious beliefs, this Ekadashi is considered sacred for pregnant women. Special rules for fasting have been prescribed for them in the scriptures, which are necessary to be followed.
Fasting rules for pregnant women
According to scriptures and scholars, pregnant women should not observe dehydration or rigorous fasting. The scriptures make it clear that the safety of the child in the womb is of paramount importance. For this reason, pregnant women can observe Ekadashi with fruit or satvik food as per their physical capacity. If health is not favourable, instead of fasting, chanting mantras, listening to stories and worshiping are considered the main parts of the fast. The scriptures tell that one also gets the results of complete fasting.
Rules of worship and conduct
Pregnant women should take bath in the morning and wear clean clothes. Worship Lord Vishnu or Bal Gopal, light a lamp and offer Tulsi leaves. On this day it is necessary to stay away from anger, stress and negative thoughts. The mental state of a pregnant woman can affect the fetus. Therefore, on this day there is a special need to have a calm mind, good thoughts and restrained speech.
What to do and what not to do?
- Do not do very tiring work.
- Avoid heavy or spicy food.
- Stay away from lies, harsh words and disputes.
- Remembrance of Lord Vishnu, recitation of Vishnu Sahasranama or chanting of Santan Gopal Mantra is considered auspicious.
spiritual significance
Pausha Putrada Ekadashi fast observed during pregnancy is considered extremely beneficial for both the mother and the fetus. Adopting restraint, devotion and good conduct on this day, the values of the children become auspicious. According to the scriptures, this fast is more spiritually effective than harsh penance and provides balance, peace and positive energy in the life of the parents.
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