Indira Ekadashi 2022: History, significance and vrat vidhi
Indira Ekadashi is observed every year in the Hindu month of Ashwin, on the 11th day of the waning phase of the moon (Krishna Paksha). As per the English calendar, in 2022, the Indira Ekadashi will be observed on September 21.
Indira Ekadashi: History
According to legends, a king named Indrasena ruled the kingdom of Mahishmati-puri. The king was a strong devotee of Lord Vishu. Once during a conversation with Narada Muni, it was revealed that the king’s father was in Lord Yamaraja’s assembly.
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The king’s father had lived a religious life. He had to visit the Yamaloka because he broke an Ekadashi prematurely. Narada told the king that his father wants him to observe Indira Ekadashi so that his father could go to heaven.
Thus, it is believed that observing a fast on Indira Ekadashi attracts spiritual benefits.
Indira Ekadashi: Significance
The Ekadashi has a special significance in the Hindu religion. On this day, people offer prayers to their ancestors/forefathers.
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It is believed that holding a fast on Indira Ekadashi helps one get rid of their past sins, attain salvation after death.
Indira Ekadashi: Vrat vidhi
On this day, devotees wake up early in the morning, take a bath and offer prayers to the God. In the noon, they bathe again in running water and then present offerings to their forefathers with sincerity. They follow a day long fast and sleep on the floor.
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Devotees chant holy names of the Lord and offer prayers to seek his blessings.
