Ekadashi is celebrated twice every month, i.e. a total of 24 times in a year. Know when is Ekadashi in June 2024.
One of the lucky days dedicated to Lord Vishnu in the Hindu calendar is Ekadashi. To attain spiritual purification and get the blessings of Lord Vishnu, devotees fast and pray on this day. It is said that observing Ekadashi fast brings many benefits, one of which is forgiveness of past transgressions. Every year, two Ekadashi are observed during Shukla Paksha and one during Krishna Paksha, making a total of 24 Ekadashi.
“Ekadashi” is the control over our mind and 10 senses, which prevents undesirable thoughts like greed, lust and anger. Let’s know about the date, significance and rituals of Ekadashi in June 2024.
date and time
Ekadashi has great importance in Hinduism. Apara Ekadashi will be on Sunday, June 2 and Nirjala Ekadashi will be on Monday, June 17. Apara Ekadashi will start on June 2, 2024 at 05:04 am and end on June 3, 2024 at 02:41 am. Parana time on June 3, 2024 is from 01:05 pm to 03:44 pm.
Importance
The benefits of fasting on Apara Ekadashi are also obtained by bathing in the three holy rivers in the month of Kartik or by offering Pinddaan for the ancestors on the banks of the Ganga.
By observing this fast, poverty is removed, success is achieved in all works, fame, good fortune and wealth are attained. Another name of Apara Ekadashi is Achala Ekadashi.
Nirjala Ekadashi is considered the most special among all Ekadashis. Fasting on Nirjala Ekadashi leads to salvation and the benefits of all the 24 Ekadashis in a year. However, this is the most difficult fast as it requires giving up both food and liquids.
