When Is Apara Ekadashi 2024? Date, Time, Rtuals, Significance And Wishes For Celebration

By Oneindia Staff

Updated: Saturday, June 1, 2024, 10:19 [IST]

Apara Ekadashi, also known as Achla Ekadashi or Jyestha Krishna Ekadashi, is a significant festival in the Hindu calendar. Celebrated on the 11th day during Krishna Paksha in the month of Jyeshtha, it honours Lord Vishnu.

Apara Ekadashi holds great importance for followers of Hinduism, especially devotees of Lord Vishnu. It is considered one of the most auspicious days in the Lunar fortnight. Observing the Apara Ekadashi vrat with devotion is believed to wash away one's sins and bad deeds. Let us know more about this auspicious day.

When Is Apara Ekadashi 2024 Date Time Rtuals Significance And Wishes For Celebration

Apara Ekadashi 2024: Date And Time

Apara Ekadashi is on Sunday, 02 June 2024. On 03 June 2024, Parana Time is from 08:05 to 08:10 am. On Parana Day Hari Vasara End Moment is at 08:05 am. The Ekadashi Tithi will begin at 05:04 am on Jun 01, 2024, and the Ekadashi Tithi will end at 02:41 am on 02 June 2024.

For Apara Ekadashi Parana, Vaishnava Apara Ekadashi will begin on Monday, 03 June 2024, and on 04 June, Parana Time for Vaishnava Ekadashi will be from 05:23 am to 08:10 am. On Parana Day Dwadashi would be over before Sunrise.

Apara Ekadashi 2024: Puja Rituals And Worship Method

Observing a fast on Apara Ekadashi is considered highly auspicious. The fast begins on the 10th day and breaks after sunrise on the 12th day. This practice requires immense dedication and faith.

Devotees abstain from consuming grains, beans, cereals, and certain spices and also water. Some people may observe a complete fast without consuming food or water, while others may consume fruits, milk, and non-grain items.

Some devotees consume specific foods after breaking their fast. Common foods include Sabudana khichdi, Singhare ki puri, fruits, and milk. These foods are considered light and suitable for breaking a rigorous fast.

For puja preparation, one must cleanse the puja area and decorate it with flowers, rangoli, and other auspicious items. Place a picture or idol of Lord Vishnu in the puja area, along with other necessary items for the worship. Offer prayers, flowers, incense, and fruits to Lord Vishnu while chanting Vishnu Sahasranama (the thousand names of Lord Vishnu) or other Vishnu mantras.

Consider performing acts of charity and donating food, clothes, or money to the less fortunate as a gesture of compassion and generosity.

Apara Ekadashi 2024 Celebrations

On Apara Ekadashi, devotees engage in various rituals to honour Lord Vishnu. The fast is a key aspect of the celebration. Devotees also visit temples, offer prayers, and chant hymns dedicated to Lord Vishnu. The day is marked by spiritual activities and devotion.