Saphala Ekadashi 2016: Vaishnavite Path To Attain Salvation!

The dates for Saphala Ekadashi in 2016 are January 6 & December 24. This Saphala Ekadashi, in 2016, get directed to the divine path of salvation. To know more about how to attain Moksha in Saphala Ekadashi, read this article.

Saphala Ekadashi 2016: What Is Saphala Ekadashi?

Saphala Ekadashi , as the name itself suggests, is observed to attain success in life. Want to know more about Saphala Ekadashi? Then, do not wait as we have brought you a detailed picture of Saphala Ekadashi in 2016. Take a look at it.

According to Hindu calendar , Saphala Ekadashi takes place during Krishna Paksha (dark fortnight) on Ekadashi Tithi in the Hindu month of Paush. The day of Saphala Ekadashi is devoted to Lord Vishnu. It is believed that if a devotee observes Saphala Ekadashi Vrat (fast on Saphala Ekadashi) on this day, he/she is able to attain success in life.

Parana Muhurat is the time when Saphala Ekadashi Vrat is terminated. It is said to be auspicious to break the fast within Dwadashi Tithi (twelfth day).

Now, as you know when to observe the day of Saphala Ekadashi in 2016, let’s now know the legends associated with Saphala Ekadashi and why to observe Saphala Ekadashi in 2016.

Saphala Ekadashi 2016: Why To Observe Saphala Ekadashi?

According to the legend, Lumbaka, a prince, used to question the supremacy of Lord Vishnu. Due to this nature, Lumbaka got expelled by the King from his kingdom. Although it did not change him and he continued committing the sins. He started troubling common men and plundered their wealth. To satisfy his hunger, Lumbaka killed innocent animals for meat.

Once, on the day of Paush Ekadashi, he fell ill and hence, unknowingly observed the Ekadashi vrat by abstaining from food throughout the day. Next day, he felt better and therefore, he realized Lord Vishnu had cured him with his divine blessings. Thus, he attained a rebirth as a changed person.

It is believed that due to the Ekadashi fast in the Paush month, Lord Vishnu blessed Lumbaka with a joyous life ahead. Since then, the day of Saphala Ekadashi came into being.

Now, as you know why to observe the day of Saphala Ekadashi, let’s now know the rituals and traditions associated with Saphala Ekadashi.

Saphala Ekadashi 2016: How To Observe Saphala Ekadashi?

Following are the traditions that are to be followed on Saphala Ekadashi:

1. A fast or Vrat is observed from the dawn of Ekadashi to the dawn of the next day.
2. Devotees worship Lord Vishnu on the day of Saphala Ekadashi.
3. During Saphala Ekadashi Vrat, Satvik food is consumed by the devotees. If one cannot fast for the whole day, he/she can also observe a fast for half day or a partial fast.

Observe the day of Saphala Ekadashi in 2016 with devout hearts, as the day is considered to be extremely auspicious to call down divinity to your home. Even Lord Krishna has described the importance of following the day of Ekadashi in the following words:

Meaning: Not even thousand Ashvamedha Yagas or hundred Rajasuya Yagas would match the fast on an Ekadashi Day.

MyKundali wishes you all a blissful Saphala Ekadashi in 2016!