Apara Ekadashi fast
Ekadashi Fasting Benefits: Ekadashi of Krishna Paksha of Jyeshtha has a very important place in the calendar of Hindu religion. The first Ekadashi of Jeshtha is being celebrated today i.e. on Wednesday. By observing this fast, a person gets rid of the consequences of old wrong deeds done in his life and attains happiness. The word Apara itself means that which has no end, hence the devotion done on this day gives immense results. This day is considered the best day to get the blessings of Lord Vishnu. People start fasting from morning itself for their happiness. Worship done with true heart on this day brings a person out of difficulties.
What is right and auspicious to do during fasting?
On the day of Ekadashi, it is very important to take care of some special things so that God is pleased. Donating on this day gives great results, hence one should give food or clothes to poor people as per their strength. Giving water to the thirsty and feeding the hungry is the greatest virtue on this day. Along with Lord Vishnu, worshiping Hanuman ji on this day is also considered very fruitful. Listen to God’s stories throughout the day and be ready to help others. Those who speak sweetly and remain calm with others on this day, God’s blessings always remain upon them. Every work done with true devotion gives auspicious results.
Correct method and rules of observing Apara Ekadashi fast
Beginning of the fast: For this fast, you should calm your mind from the night of Dashami and prepare yourself for the next day.
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Resolution and bath: On the day of Ekadashi, wake up early in the morning and take bath and with folded hands in front of Lord Vishnu, take a pledge to fast with a true heart.
Pooja Samagri: It is very good to use yellow flowers and basil leaves in worship, because these are dear to God.
Aarti and Bhog: Offer fresh fruits to God, light a lamp and perform his aarti and keep chanting his name in your mind throughout the day.
Lifestyle: On this day one should sleep on the ground and live a simple life. While worshiping, do not have bad thoughts about anyone in your mind.
Evening Puja: Do not forget to light a lamp near the Tulsi plant in the house in the evening, this helps in maintaining happiness and peace in the house.
Do not do this work even by mistake, it is considered very inauspicious
Food rules: According to the scriptures, eating rice on this day is considered most inauspicious, hence even those who do not keep fast should stay away from rice.
Home peace: There should not be any kind of fight or argument in the house, otherwise the happiness and peace of the house goes away.
Forbidden work: On this day, plucking leaves from trees and plants and cutting hair is completely prohibited, it is very important to follow these rules.
Behavior and speech: Do not hurt any helpless person or tell lies. Betraying others can prove costly because God sees everything.
Distance from bad habits: One should completely stay away from Tamasic food and intoxicating substances, so that the mind remains pure.
Follow the rules: By breaking the mentioned rules, the puja remains incomplete and restlessness remains in the mind, hence keep patience.
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