Mokshada Ekadashi is a significant Hindu observance dedicated to Lord Vishnu, the preserver and protector of the universe. In 2024, Mokshada Ekadashi falls on Wednesday, December 11. This auspicious day occurs during the Shukla Paksha (waxing phase of the moon) in the Hindu month of Margashirsha.
Timings and important details
According to the Drik Panchang, the Ekadashi Tithi begins at 3:42 AM on December 11, 2024, and ends at 1:09 AM on December 12, 2024.
Parana Time (the time to break the fast) is on December 12, 2024, from 7:04 AM to 9:08 AM.
The Dwadashi end moment is at 10:26 PM on December 12, 2024.
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Significance of Mokshada Ekadashi
The word “Mokshada” means liberation, symbolising the spiritual essence of this Ekadashi. Devotees believe that observing a fast and offering prayers to Lord Vishnu on this day helps cleanse sins and grants ‘moksha’ (liberation from the cycle of birth and rebirth). Religious texts mention that ancestors of devotees can also attain salvation on this holy day.
Fasting and rituals
On Mokshada Ekadashi, devotees observe strict fasts. Some abstain completely from food and water, while others consume only Saatvik food (simple vegetarian meals). Worshippers offer tulsi leaves, flowers, and lamps to Lord Vishnu as part of their prayers.
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Chanting sacred mantras like the Vishnu Sahasranama and reading scriptures such as the Bhagavad Gita are key spiritual practices on this day. Many also meditate and donate to the needy, seeking divine blessings and spiritual guidance.
Spiritual benefits of observing Mokshada Ekadashi
Mokshada Ekadashi is believed to have profound spiritual benefits. It is said to help devotees atone for sins from their past lives and lead them toward ultimate salvation. This day is a chance for devotees to connect with Lord Vishnu’s divine energy, experience inner peace, and free their ancestors from the cycle of rebirth.
Mokshada Ekadashi is a day of spiritual reflection and devotion. By fasting, praying, and performing good deeds, devotees seek the blessings of Lord Vishnu for liberation and divine guidance, marking this day as a journey toward spiritual fulfillment.
