Ekadashi is considered as one of the most important days in the Hindu calendar and Saphala Ekadashi is one of the most significant Ekadashis. As per the Hindu calendar, Saphala Ekadashi falls in the month 'Paush' during the Krishna Paksha. As per the Gregorian calendar, Saphala Ekadashi will be observed this year on December 19, Monday.
Saphala Ekadashi: Significance
The devotees of Lord Vishnu observe Saphala Ekadashi to seek His mercy and blessing along with the desired benefits like success, prosperity and good fortune. It is believed that those who observe fast on Saphala Ekadashi are blessed with good health and a peaceful mind.
Saphala Ekadashi: Tithi for Mumbai
Ekadashi Tithi Begins - 03:32 AM on Dec 19, 2022
Ekadashi Tithi Ends - 02:32 AM on Dec 20, 2022
Ekadashi Parana (breaking the fast) is done on the next day of the Ekadashi Tithi. After sunrise, devotees offer prayer to the Lord and also worship rice and food grains with holy chants before consuming them on Dwadashi, a day post-Ekadashi. For those fasting, Parana falls on December 20 from 08:05 AM to 10:36 AM
(Date & Time Source: Drikpanchang)
