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1. When is Nirjala Ekadashi in 2023? Know the fast date and time: -
- This year Nirjala Ekadashi is on Wednesday, May 31, 2023.
- Ekadashi Tithi Begins - May 30, 2023 at 01:08 pm
- Ekadashi date ends - May 31, 2023 at 01:46 pm
- On 1st June, Paran (breaking of the fast) time - 05:25 am to 08:10 am
- Dwadashi end time on Paran Tithi - 01:40 pm
2. Introduction: What is Nirjala Ekadashi and what is its importance: -
• Nirjala Ekadashi is an important Hindu festival celebrated on the 11th day of Shukla Paksha (bright fortnight) in the month of Jyestha of the Hindu calendar. In 2023, it will be celebrated on 31 May. It is one of the holiest days for Hindus and is celebrated with great devotion and reverence.
• Nirjala Ekadashi has special significance in Hindu mythology as it is believed to be a day when Lord Vishnu sleeps for four months. On this day, devotees fast without consuming food or water and stay awake the whole night to worship Lord Vishnu. On Dwadashi (12th day) the fast is broken only after sunrise. It is believed that fasting on Nirjala Ekadashi liberates the devotees from their sins and also brings them closer to Lord Vishnu.
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3. what other names is Nirjala Ekadashi known?
• Among the Pandavas, Bhimsen, the second brother, loved to eat and drink and found it difficult to control his hunger. Because of this he could not observe Ekadashi fast properly. The rest of the Pandavas and Draupadi followed all the Ekadashi fasts throughout the year with full devotion, but Bhimsen was worried about his weakness.
• Maharishi Vyasa asked him to observe Nirjala Ekadashi instead, adding that Nirjala Ekadashi is equal to twenty-four Ekadashis in a year. After this Nirjala Ekadashi also came to be known as Bhimseni Ekadashi and Pandava Ekadashi.
4. Preparation for Nirjala Ekadashi 2023 –
Overview of Customs and Traditions:
• Nirjala Ekadashi 2023 will be observed on May 31, 2023. It is a day dedicated to Lord Vishnu and is celebrated with great devotion and enthusiasm.
• In preparation for this auspicious day, devotees fast for 24 hours without consuming a single drop of water. People also perform various rituals such as bathing in holy rivers, worshiping Lord Vishnu and chanting mantras dedicated to him.
5. Benefits of observing Nirjala Ekadashi fast:
• It is believed that observing this Nirjala Ekadashi fast brings many spiritual and physical benefits. This year, it will be celebrated on May 31, 2023.
• Those Vaishnava devotees who are not able to fast for all twenty four Ekadashis of the year should observe only Nirjala Ekadashi fast because observing Nirjala Ekadashi fast with devotion and discipline gives the benefits of all other Ekadashis.
• Observance of Nirjala Ekadashi Vrat can bring great results to those who observe it with devotion and sincerity. It helps in purifying the soul and brings peace and harmony in one's life.
• The fast is also said to bring good luck, health, wealth, wisdom and spiritual knowledge. Additionally, it can help reduce stress levels and improve concentration levels as well as mental clarity.
