Rama Ekadashi 2024: Is Rama Ekadashi on October 27 or 28? Check the correct date, auspicious time, Vrat and other rituals

Rama Ekadashi vrat is dedicated to Lord Vishnu, the protector of the world, and is considered one of the most important Ekadashi fasts as it is believed that people who follow it diligently atone for all their sins.

From the correct Rama Ekadashi 2024 date and puja rituals to meaning, read on for everything you need to know:

When is Rama Ekadashi 2024: Date, shubh mahurat

According to the Vedic calendar, the month of Ekadashi Tithi of Krishna Paksha of Kartik begins on October 27 at 5:23 AM and ends on October 28 at 7:50 AM. According to drikpanchang.comRama Ekadashi will be celebrated this year on Monday, October 28. On October 29, Parana time is from 5:55 AM to 8:13 AM, while the end time of Parana day is Dwadashi at 10:31 AM.

Parana means breaking the fast. Ekadashi Parana is done after sunrise on the next day of Ekadashi fasting. It is necessary to do Parana within Dwadashi Tithi unless Dwadashi is over before sunrise. Not practicing Parana within Dwadashi is akin to an offense according to Hindu tradition.

More about Rama Ekadashi vrat

Sometimes Ekadashi fasting is suggested on two consecutive days. It is advised that Smartha observes fasting with family only on the first day. The alternative Ekadashi fast, the second, is suggested for Sanyasis, widows and for those who want Moksha. When alternate Ekadashi fasting is suggested for Smartha, it coincides with the Vaishnava Ekadashi fasting day. Ekadashi fasting on both days is recommended for faithful devotees who seek love and affection for Lord Vishnu.

Rama Ekadashi puja rituals

After taking a holy bath in the early morning hours, devotees dress for the day. During the Rama Ekadashi pooja, they emphasize on unwavering dedication and devotion. Making a pledge to fast devotedly and abstain from wrongdoing is a crucial part of the ritual.

Idols of Lord Vishnu and Goddess Laxmi are erected during Rama Ekadashi, a diya is lit and sweets, flowers and vermilion are offered as part of the pooja. Devotees offer panchamrit and tulsi patra, which are said to be necessary for a complete pooja, to please Lord Vishnu.

During the evening, Rama Ekadashi pooja, bhog prasad is offered to Lord Vishnu, the Vishnu Sahastranaam and Shree Hari Stotram are recited and the aarti of Lord Vishnu is sung. On Dwadashi Tithi, the fast technically ends, but those who cannot bear the hunger can consume bhog prasad in the evening. Bhog prasad, which includes fried potatoes, dairy products and fruits, is considered satvik. Devotees break their fast with a satvik meal after the evening aarti and then eat bhog prasad with family members. It is customary to go to a temple on Rama Ekadashi and seek the blessings of Lord Vishnu or Lord Krishna. Fasting participants must refrain from harmful activities such as gambling and gossiping about other people.

Meaning of Rama Ekadashi

According to Hindu scriptures, after the holy Rama Ekadashi vrat, devotees can attain salvation by absolving themselves from the sins of their past and present karma. This also applies to those affected by the sin of Brahm Hatya, the murder of a Brahmin. People who fast on Rama Ekadashi are said to go straight to the rule of Lord Shri Hari, VaIkunth dhaam. One Rama Ekadashi vrat is equal to one hundred Rajasuya Yagyas or one thousand Ashvamedha Yagyas.

Those who worship Lord Vishnu with great devotion and devotion receive wealth, health and prosperity. Lord Vishnu also grants his devotees the fulfillment of their wishes.