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Shattila Ekadashi 2026: Ekadashi date is considered to have special significance in Sanatan Dharma. This date has been dedicated to Lord Vishnu, the creator of the world. There are 24 Ekadashi dates in a year. Ekadashi falling in the Krishna Paksha of Magh month is called Shattila Ekadashi. Along with fasting on this day, there is a tradition of special worship of Lord Shri Hari Vishnu and Mother Lakshmi. According to religious belief, observing this fast frees one from all sins.
The fasting and worship done on this day brings happiness, peace and prosperity in life. The day of Shattila Ekadashi is considered a special occasion to get the blessings of Lord Vishnu as well as Goddess Lakshmi, but committing some mistakes on this day can lead to many problems in life. It is said that some mistakes made on the day of Shattila Ekadashi become a curse. In such a situation, let us know what to do and what not to do on this day?
Shattila Ekadashi 2026 Date and Shubh Muhurat
According to the Vedic calendar, the Ekadashi tithi of Krishna Paksha of Magh month will begin at 03:17 pm on January 13. This date will end on January 14 at 05:52 pm. In such a situation, Shattila Ekadashi fast will be observed on 14th January. That means Shattila Ekadashi will coincide with Makar Sankranti.
Do not make these mistakes on Shattila Ekadashi
do not eat rice
Eating rice on the day of Ekadashi is considered prohibited in the scriptures. It is believed that the person who eats rice on this day has to be born in the form of a reptile in the next life. One should especially maintain distance from grains and rice on Shattila Ekadashi.
Do not pluck basil leaves
Lord Vishnu is very fond of Tulsi, but plucking Tulsi leaves on the day of Ekadashi is considered a great sin. If basil leaves are needed for puja, then pluck them and keep them a day before Ekadashi.
Do not consume Tamasic things
On the day of Shattila Ekadashi, one should not consume tamasic things even by mistake. It is believed that doing this can destroy the happiness and peace of the house. On this day, both mind and body should be kept pure.
Do not insult elders
Often people criticize others during Ekadashi fast. It is said that if vengeful thoughts come to mind on this day, then the auspicious results of the fast get lost. Especially one should not lie on this day. One should not insult elders by mistake on this day.
What to do on the day of Shattila Ekadashi?
Offer Arghya to Sun God in the morning on the day of Shattila Ekadashi. Worship Lord Vishnu and Mother Lakshmi on this day. After worshiping, donate to the temple or poor people. Offer things dear to the Lord. Break the fast on Dwadashi Tithi. Do bhajan-kirtan during the day. Take special care of cleaning the house and temple.
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