🌼 Utpanna Ekadashi 🌼

💐Significance Of  Utpanna Ekadashi💐

                      In some Hindu writings, such the “Bhavishyottara Purana,” a conversation between King Yudhisthira and Sri Krishna illustrates the grandeur of Utpanna Ekadashi. Giving on auspicious occasions like “Sankranti” or taking a holy bath on Hindu pilgrimages are equally important as Utpanna Ekadashi. The watcher is said to be set free from sin and eventually attain moksha, or salvation, on Utapanna Ekadashi. They are taken right away to Lord Vishnu’s house, “Vaikunth,” after they pass away. It is believed that Utpanna Ekadashi is more magnificent than a thousand cows donated to charity. The three main Hindu gods, Brahma, Vishnu, and Mahesh, are the objects of fasting on Utpanna Ekadashi. As a result, Utapanna Ekadashi is observed with great zeal and devotion by Hindu followers. 

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🍀Utpanna Ekadashi Puja Vidhi:🍀

• Take an early bath in the morning and meditate on Lord Vishnu, then sprinkle Gangajal in the house. 
  
  
• Offer Manjaris of Tulsi to Lord vishnu. 
  
  
• After that, lit up Dhoop, lamp/Diya, Naivedya, Roli and Akshat in front of Lord Vishnu’s idol. Chant the ‘OM Namo Bhagavate Vasudevaya’ Mantra with utmost sincerity, devotion and unshakable faith. 
  
  
• Now, observe the fast of Utpanna Ekadashi and listen to the ancient story of Maa Ekadashi. One can seek forgiveness of any mistake while observing vrat. 
  
  
• Perform Aarti after the worship and distribute Prasad, among others. 
  
  
• Give donation before you end the fast and serve the Brahmin with food. 
  
  

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🌻 What to do on Utpanna Ekadashi🌻 

• Lord Vishnu should be worshipped on Utpanna Ekadashi. 
  
  
• Fasting should be observed on this day and a ghee lamp should be lit.
   
• On Utpanna Ekadashi, fill a Dakshinavarti conch with Ganga water and perform the Abhishekam of the Lord. 
  
  
• Charity is also considered auspicious on this day. You can donate on this day. 
  
  
• Worshiping Tulsi on Utpanna Ekadashi is auspicious. 
  
  

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🌻 What not to do on Utpanna Ekadashi 🌻

• Do not consume onion, garlic, meat, or alcohol on Utpanna Ekadashi. 
  
  
• Refrain from eating rice on this day. 
  
  
• Do not pluck a Tulsi leaf even by mistake on Utpanna Ekadashi. 
  
  
• Do not donate black clothes or iron items on this date. 
  
  

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🍀Mantras of Utpanna Ekadashi:🍀 

Vishnu Mool Mantra 

ॐ नमोः नारायणाय॥ 

Om Namo Narayanay॥ 

 
Vishnu Gayatri Mantra
 

ॐ श्री विष्णवे च विद्महे वासुदेवाय धीमहि। तन्नो विष्णुः प्रचोदयात्॥ 

 Om Shri Vishnuve Cha Vidmahe Vasudevay Dhimahi. Tanno Vishnu: Prachodayat. 

 Shri Vishnu Mantra 

मंगलम भगवान विष्णुः, मंगलम गरुणध्वजः। 

मंगलम पुण्डरी काक्षः, मंगलाय तनो हरिः॥ 

Mangalam Bhagvan Vishnu, Mangalam Garundhwaj. 

Mangalam Pundri Kaksha, Mangalay Tano Hari. 

 
Bhagwate Vasudevaya Mantra 

  
ॐ नमोः भगवते वासुदेवाय॥ 

Om Namo: Bhagwate Vasudevaya. 

 
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💐Conclusion 💐
              

                             Utpanna Ekadashi is a day to celebrate the divine intervention of Goddess Ekadashi and to honor Lord Vishnu’s power to safeguard Dharma. Observing the fast on this day is not only a spiritual practice but also a profound journey toward personal purification, blessings, and devotion. As this sacred day approaches, devotees are encouraged to participate with full devotion, following the prescribed rituals, and seeking divine grace for a prosperous life. 

  
                             By observing Utpanna Ekadashi, devotees not only seek material blessings but also lay the foundation for a spiritually enriched life. Whether through fasting, prayer, or acts of kindness, this sacred day offers an opportunity to renew one’s spiritual commitment and invite divine blessings into life. 

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