Ekadashi Vrat

Ekadashi Vrat is observed on Ekadashi tithi of every month (occurring twice every Western calendar month). During a normal Hindu calendar year, there are 24 Ekadashi Vrats, however in a year with Adhik (Purshottam) maas there are 26 Ekadashi Vrats. This Vrat is equal to or greater than the donation (daan) of gold, land, food, Gau Mata (cows), Kanya Daan, and even the completion of pilgrimage according to scriptures.

Ekadashi Vrat should be followed in accordance with scriptures, as follows:

  • Do not pick tulsi leaves on this day

  • If possible, offer food to Gau Mata (cows) and Brahmans (priests)

  • Chant “Om Namoh Bhagwate Vasudevaye” throughout the day

  • Avoid conflict and negative emotions - remain in a calm state of mind

  • Avoid consumption of grains - consume fruits, vegetables and root crops instead

  • If possible, consume mangoes, grapes, bananas, almonds and pistachio as they are considered amrit foods

  • Tulsi should be offered to Shri Vishnu or any of his Avtars

  • Add tulsi leaves to food prior to eating

The following dates indicate Ekadashi Vrat dates for 2024:

  • Safla Ekadashi - Sunday, January 7th

  • Putrada Ekadashi - Sunday, January 21st

  • Shatshila Ekadashi - Tuesday, February 6th

  • Jaya Ekadashi - Tuesday, February 20th

  • Vijaya Ekadashi - Thursday, March 7th

  • Amalaki Ekadashi - Wednesday, March 20th

  • Paapmochni Ekadashi - Friday, April 5th

  • Kamada Ekadashi - Friday, April 19th

  • Varuthini Ekadashi - Saturday, May 4th

  • Mohini Ekadashi - Sunday, May 19th

  • Achala Ekadashi - Monday, June 3rd

  • Nirjala Ekadashi - Tuesday, June 18th

  • Yogini Ekadashi - Tuesday, July 2nd

  • Harishayani Ekadashi - Wednesday, July 17th

  • Kamada Ekadashi - Wednesday, July 31st

  • Putrada Ekadashi - Friday, August 16th

  • Aja Ekadashi - Thursday, August 29th

  • Padma Jaljhulni Ekadashi - Saturday, September 14th

  • Indra Ekadashi - Saturday, September 28th

  • Paapkusha Ekadashi - Monday, October 14th

  • Rama/Tulsi Ekadashi - Monday, October 28th

  • Devutthana Ekadashi - Tuesday, November 12th

  • Utpana Ekadashi - Wednesday, November 27th

  • Moksha Ekadashi - Wednesday, December 11th

  • Safla Ekadashi - Thursday, December 26th