🌼 Parivartini Ekadashi 🌼

💐Significance Of Parsva Ekadashi💐

              Since ancient times, people have observed the Parsva Ekadashi. It is said that observing the Parsva Ekadashi vrat will bring prosperity, happiness, and good health to the observer. Additionally, it absolves the individual of past transgressions and frees them from the never-ending cycle of birth and death. Devotees acquire spiritual benefits and develop their willpower by adhering to the Parsva Ekadashi vrat. Because Parsva Ekadashi falls during the “Chaturmas” period and the qualities (or “Punya”) collected during this time are deemed to be of more worth than during regular months, it is believed to be superior to other ekadashi observances. The significance of Parsva Ekadashi is also explained in the ‘Brahma Vivarta Purana’ in the form of a conversation between Lord Krishna and King Yudhisthira. 

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🍀Parshva Ekadashi Puja Vidhi:🍀

• Ekadashi fast is started on the night of Dashami Tithi Food should not be taken after sunset on Dashami Tithi, if not possible then fruits and milk can be consumed. 
  
  
• On the day of Ekadashi Tithi, get up before sunrise and take a bath in some holy river If there is no holy river near your house then you can take bath by adding a little Ganga water in your bath water. 
  
  
• After bathing, wear clean clothes and meditate on Lord Vishnu and resolve to fast on Ekadashi.  
  
  
• Now sit in the pooja room of your house facing the east direction and place a wooden post in front of you. 
  
  
• Now sprinkle some Ganga water on this post and purify it. 
  
  
• Now install the idol or picture of Lord Vishnu by laying a yellow cloth on the post. 
  
  
• Light incense and cow ghee lamp in front of Lord Vishnu’s idol. 
  
  
• Now install the Kalash in front of Lord Vishnu’s idol. 
  
  
• Now offer fruits, flowers, leaves, betel nuts, coconuts, cloves etc. to Lord Vishnu according to your capacity. 
  
  
• Listen to the story of Parshva Ekadashi fast in the evening and eat fruits. 
  
  
• If you are not able to fast the whole day, then you can also do falhar during the day.
   
• The next day morning, after taking bath, after feeding the Brahmins, give them Dan Dakshina and observe the fast. 
  
  
• By reciting Vishnu Sahastranam on Ekadashi, one gets the special grace of Lord Vishnu. 

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🌻 Benefits of Parsva Parivarthini Ekadasi Vrat?🌻 

                  

As per sacred texts, observing Parsva Parivarthini Ekadasi Vrat can bestow the following blessings: 

• Help to seek forgiveness from Lord Vishnu for all sins committed. 

• Cleanse one’s body, mind, and soul and help attain salvation. 

• Liberate one from the continuous cycle of births and deaths. 

• Uplift willpower and bestow spiritual gain. 
  
  

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🍀 Rituals of Parsva Ekadashi:🍀 

                     Apart from the puja vidhi, several other rituals are performed on Parsva Ekadashi: 

  
Charity: Giving to those in need is an essential aspect of this day. Donations of food, clothing, and other essentials are made to the poor and needy. 

Meditation: Devotees engage in meditation and introspection to enhance their spiritual connection and self-awareness. 

Reading Scriptures: Perusing or standing by listening to consecrated texts like the Bhagavad Gita or Vishnu Sahasranama is believed highly sacrosanct. These readings help in deepening one’s understanding and devotion. 

Observing Silence: Some devotees choose to observe silence for a portion of the day to focus on their spiritual practices and avoid distractions. 

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💐 Dos & Don’ts on Parsva Ekadashi: 💐  

Do’s: 

• Observe a strict fast from sunrise to sunset, consuming only fruits, milk, and water.
• Engage in devotion by chanting mantras and reading sacred texts, especially the Vishnu Sahasranama.
• Donate food, clothes, and money to the needy as an act of kindness and virtue.
• Spend the day meditating, seeking spiritual upliftment and connection with Lord Vishnu.

  
Don’ts:

• Refrain from consuming grains, beans, and certain vegetables like onions and garlic.
• Avoid drinking alcohol, meat, and other unwanted foods that disturb spiritual purity.
• Avoid anger, disputes, and negative thoughts. Maintain a calm and peaceful mind.
• Avoid laziness, and stay active in performing prayers and other devotional activities.

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🍀Mantras of Parsva Ekadashi:🍀
 

ॐ श्री कृष्णाय शरणं मम । 

Om Shri Krishnay Sharanam Mam. 

  
 ॐ विष्णवे नम:। 

Om Vishnave Namah.   

 हरे कृष्ण हरे कृष्ण, कृष्ण-कृष्ण हरे हरे।  

हरे राम हरे राम, राम-राम हरे हरे। 

Hare Krishna Hare Krishna, Krishna-Krishna Hare Hare. 

Hare Ram Hare Ram, Ram-Ram Hare Hare. 

  
 ॐ नमो भगवते वासुदेवाय।  

Om namo bhagvate vasudevay. 

  
 ॐ नारायणाय विद्महे। वासुदेवाय धीमहि। तन्नो विष्णु प्रचोदयात्।। 

Om Narayanaya Vidmahe. Vasudevaya dhimahi. Tanno Vishnu Prachodayat. 

 ॐ नमो नारायण। श्री मन नारायण नारायण हरि हरि। 

Om Namo Narayan. Shri Man Narayan Narayan Hari Hari. 

  
 श्रीकृष्ण गोविन्द हरे मुरारे। हे नाथ नारायण वासुदेवाय।। 

Shri Krishna Govind Hare Murare. he Nath Narayan Vasudevay. 

  
 ॐ क्रीं कृष्णाय नमः।

Om Krim Krishnay Namah. 

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💐Conclusion 💐
              

               Parsva Ekadashi is not just another religious festival; it is a day filled with spiritual significance and transformative power. Observing the fast, performing the puja, and participating in charity on this sacred day leads to inner peace and divine blessings. The rituals, fasting, and donations made on Parsva Ekadashi are deeply intertwined with Hindu religion. It promotes a life of purity, selflessness, and devotion. 

      
                  As devotees connect with Lord Vishnu through prayer, fasting, and charity. They start a journey towards spiritual growth and ultimate liberation. Celebrating Parsva Ekadashi with sincerity brings immense spiritual rewards, cleansing the soul and aligning one’s life with divine virtues. 

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