Kamika Ekadashi 2024: Ekadashi of Shravan Krishna Paksha is called Kamika Ekadashi. Lord Vishnu is worshipped on this day. Worship of Shri Hari in Shravan month is very fruitful. By following it, a person’s sins are destroyed. The effect of Kamika Ekadashi fast is directly on the mind and body. It is believed that by observing Ekadashi fast according to the rules, a person is freed from all sorrows. This time the fast of Kamika Ekadashi will be observed on 31st July i.e. tomorrow.
Why is Kamika Ekadashi special?
On Kamika Ekadashi, one gets the blessings of both Lord Shiva and Lord Vishnu. Apart from this, one also gets the auspicious results of the Thursday of Sawan. Fasting on Ekadashi destroys sins. On this day, bathing, charity and meditation yield infinite benefits.
Method of worship
On the day of Kamika Ekadashi, worship Lord Krishna early in the morning. Offer yellow flowers, Panchamrit and Tulsi leaves. You can also offer fruits. Meditate on Lord Krishna. Chant his mantras. Offer water to Lord Shiva. Then in the evening, light a mustard oil lamp under the Peepal tree. Take a completely liquid diet or eat fruits. If you have to eat food, then eat only Satvik food. Focus your mind on God. Do not get angry.
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Auspicious time of worship- From 05:32 am to 07:32 am
Time of Parana- On August 01, from 05:41 am to 08:24 am
Rules of Kamika Ekadashi
Kamika Ekadashi fast is observed in two ways. Nirjal fast and Falahari or Jalaski fast. Nirjal fast should be observed only by a completely healthy person. Normal people should observe Falahari or Jalaski fast. It would be better to consume only water and fruits on this day.
What to do if you cannot keep the fast?
If you are not observing the fast of Kamika Ekadashi, then you must follow some special rules. Avoid eating grains and heavy meals on this day. Spend as much time as possible in worshipping God. If you worship with true devotion and full faith, you can also get the blessings of prosperity and good fortune.