Utpanna Ekadashi Vrat Katha

Utpanna Ekadashi fast holds special importance in Hinduism. It is observed on the Ekadashi date of Krishna Paksha of Margashirsha month. Fasting on this day destroys all sins, and the person attains salvation. This fast gives special blessings of Lord Vishnu.

Utpanna Ekadashi Vrat Katha

According to mythology, there used to be a tyrannical demon named Mur in Satyuga. Mur had tortured the gods and sages by oppressing heaven, earth and underworld. The gods and sages became helpless due to his strength and power and prayed to Lord Vishnu. Hearing the prayers of the gods, Lord Vishnu decided to fight with Mur. A fierce battle took place between Lord Vishnu and Mur. Lord Vishnu used all his powers in the war, but Mur was very powerful and it was becoming difficult to defeat him. Tired of Mura, Lord Vishnu went to rest in a cave in Badrikashram. When Mura saw that Lord Vishnu was sleeping, he entered the cave and tried to attack Lord Vishnu. At the same time a divine power appeared from Lord Vishnu's body. This power was in the form of a goddess. The goddess attacked Mura and killed him. After killing Mura, the goddess woke up Lord Vishnu. Lord Vishnu asked the goddess, "Who are you?" The goddess said, "O Lord! I have been born from your power. I have killed Mura." Lord Vishnu was pleased and blessed the goddess and said, "Your name will be **Ekadashi**. Whoever fasts on your day and remembers God, all his sins will be destroyed and he will attain salvation." From then on, the fast of Utpanna Ekadashi started. This fast is considered the best for destroying sins and purifying the soul.

Method of Utpanna Ekadashi fast

Resolution of the fast

• On the day of Ekadashi, take bath in the morning and wear clean clothes.
• Take a resolution of the fast and remember Lord Vishnu.

Pooja material

Idol or picture of Lord Vishnu, basil leaves, lamp, incense, incense sticks, flowers, fruits, and naivedya.

Pooja Method

1. Bath the idol of Lord Vishnu.
2. Offer basil leaves at his feet.
3. Chant the mantra "Om Namo Bhagwate Vasudevaya".
4. Perform Aarti of Lord Vishnu and offer food.

Observance of the fast

1. Keep fasting for the whole day.
2. If possible, do Ratri Jagran and sing bhajans and kirtans of Lord Vishnu.

Paran of the fast

1. Paran of the fast after sunrise on the day of Dwadashi.
2. Feed Brahmins and give donations.

Importance of Utpanna Ekadashi fast

1. Destruction of sins: This fast destroys all the sins of a person.
2. Attainment of salvation: By observing the fast, a person attains salvation and the sorrows of life end.
3. Blessings of Lord Vishnu: By observing the fast, one receives the blessings of Lord Vishnu and brings happiness and peace in one's life.
4. Religious and spiritual benefits: This fast purifies the soul and inspires the person to follow the religious path.

"Om Namo Bhagavate Vasudevaya."