Kamada Ekadashi, Chirada Shukla holds a special place in Hinduism, falling in Hinduism. This spiritually important day is being seen today, 8 April, With fasting, devotion and worship of Lord Vishnu. Kamada Ekadashi is believed to be one of the most powerful ekadasis, which provides freedom from sins, fulfills desires, and leads the devotee to salvation.
Devotees who fast for Kamada Ekadashi with full devotion and rituals are considered to receive immense blessings from Lord Vishnu. Fasting on this day is not only about avoiding food – it is about purifying mind Body and soul. With fasting, Donation Is also considered important. However, everything is not considered auspicious to donate on this holy day.
Things should not donate you on Kamada Ekadashi
If you are planning to donate on Kamada Ekadashi, be cautious – some objects are considered strictly inauspicious and can bring negative results rather than blessings.
1. Tamasic food (garlic, onion, etc.): Do not offer tamasic foods like garlic or onion to the needy. These items are considered impure for this occasion and can deny the spiritual benefits of your fast.
2. Iron items: Iron is associated with Lord Shani (Shani), and it is considered to be obstructed and bringing negativity on Ekadashi. It can also interrupt ongoing efforts or progress.
3. Old or torn clothes: Avoid donating torn, worn, or dirty clothes. Doing so can invite poverty and misfortune. Instead, used new or slowly, clean the clothes.
4. Salt and Oil: These everyday kitchen staples should be avoided in your donation on Ekadashi. By presenting them, your fasting merits can be reduced and difficulty can be attracted.
5. Black items: Black symbolizes the effect of Saturn and is considered inauspicious on Ekadashi. Donating black items can reversed the positive effects of your good works.
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What should you donate on Kamada Ekadashi
To get full benefits of this sacred fasting, focus on donating rustic (pure) and useful items:
â–º Cereals and Fruits: Healthy, nutritious foods are always welcomed and auspicious to donate.
â–º Puja mandatory: Incense rods, ghee, lamps, and other worship materials help others to perform rituals.
â–º Books and Educational Supplies: Supporting someone’s learning is a very virtuous task.
â–º New or clean clothes: Bring warmth and dignity to someone’s life with decent clothes.
â–º Water Services: As a summer approach during Kamada Ekadashi, installation of drinking water stalls or distributing water bottles is considered highly meritorious.
â–º Gau Seva (Cow Service): Feeding and serving cows is one of the most sacred acts in Hinduism and especially beneficial on Ekadashi.
Kamada Ekadashi 2025 provides an opportunity to clean your soul, fulfill desires and follow the path of righteousness. But the key lies in rapidly watching, avoiding inauspicious donations and embracing acts of compassion and purity. Worship Lord Vishnu with devotion, and your efforts will definitely tolerate divine fruits.
(This article is based on popular beliefs and is intended only for your general information. Zee News does not vach for its accuracy or credibility.)