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Shattila Ekadashi 2026 Date: According to the Panchang, Shattila Ekadashi, the main Ekadashi of Magh month, is falling on Tuesday, January 14 this year. The tradition of donating sesame seeds and fasting is especially prevalent on this day. According to the scriptures, donations made on this day not only remove Pitra Dosh and horoscope defects, but also bring happiness, peace and prosperity in the family. Devotees believe that donating sesame seeds reduces mental stress and infuses positive energy in life. Observing this Ekadashi increases spiritual strength and harmony in both the individual and the family. Therefore this festival is considered very auspicious and fruitful.
Significance and mythology of Shattila Ekadashi
The name Shattila Ekadashi is derived from the Sanskrit words Shat (six) and Tila (sesame). This Ekadashi falls in the month of Magh and is considered very important for the removal of ancestral and horoscope defects. According to mythology, by donating and fasting on this day, one gets special blessings of Guru, ancestors and gods. The story is that King Harihar donated sesame seeds on this day and all the malefic effects of his family were eliminated.
The scriptures say that donating sesame seeds not only reduces Pitra Dosh but also mental stress, family discord and other obstacles in life. For this reason, devotees donate sesame seeds on this day with full faith and devotion. Donating sesame seeds brings happiness and peace in the house, improves financial condition and infuses positive energy in life. Therefore this Ekadashi is considered especially fruitful and important.
Method and benefits of sesame donation
Donating sesame seeds on Shattila Ekadashi is considered simple and very effective. On this day, devotees donate sesame, jaggery or food items made from sesame seeds to the poor, Brahmins and temples. It is very important to have a pure mind, faith and positive thinking while donating. Just donating is not enough, but there should also be a sense of offering to the ancestors while donating. Donation done in this way not only removes Pitra Dosh but also increases harmony, peace and love in the house. Experts believe that this Satvik Sadhana is long term beneficial for both life and family and provides mental balance.
Importance of Shattila Ekadashi
Today, when stress, imbalance and family differences are increasing in life, the importance of Shattila Ekadashi has increased even more. Donating sesame seeds and fasting on this day not only removes Pitra Dosh and the defects of the horoscope, but also infuses positive energy into the family and life. Devotees believe that this festival is not just a religious ritual, but an effective medium to bring peace, prosperity and mental balance in life. For this reason, donating sesame seeds and fasting on Shattila Ekadashi of this Magh month is considered very auspicious and fruitful.
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