Papankusha Ekadashi 2023 falls on October 25, Wednesday, with the Ekadashi Tithi starting on October 24 at 3:14 pm and ending on October 25 at 12:32 pm. The Parana (time to break the fast) falls on October 26; the ideal Parana time is from 6:28 am to 8:43 am.
Papankusha Ekadashi is significant for devotees seeking the love and blessings of Lord Vishnu. Observing this fast is believed to bestow blessings and worldly pleasures. The vrat is dedicated to Lord Vishnu’s avatar, Lord Padmanabha, and worshiping Him is thought to help alleviate suffering and receive divine blessings. It is also believed that observing Papankusha Ekadashi vrat can lead to liberation from the cycle of birth and death, ultimately attaining salvation.
Here are some of the rituals and puja samagri for Papankusha Ekadashi:
- Fasting: Devotees observe a fast on Papankusha Ekadashi.
- Breaking the Fast: The fast is broken on the next day of Ekadashi, known as Dwadashi. It’s important to break the fast during an auspicious time. Hari Vasar, the first one-quarter period of Dwadashi Tithi, should end before breaking the fast. The ideal time to break the fast is in the morning.
- Bathing: Devotees should bathe in the morning to cleanse themselves of impurities.
- Puja: Set up a place of worship inside your home and place an idol or image of Lord Vishnu. Offer Him garlands, flowers, and sweets as part of the puja.
- Evening Puja: In the evening, perform the Ekadashi puja again, which may include reciting Ekadashi Katha (the story of Ekadashi) and Vishnu Sahasranama (a thousand names of Lord Vishnu).
- Aarti: Conclude the puja by performing an aarti to Lord Vishnu.
- Breaking the Fast: After completing the rituals, break your fast by consuming Sattvik (pure) food.
During this time, it is important to avoid actions like plucking Tulsi leaves, using harsh language, consuming alcohol, and eating Tamasic (unpure) food. Observing these rituals with devotion is believed to bring blessings and spiritual progress to the devotee. Papankusha Ekadashi 2023 is on 25 oct. 2023.