What is the Importance of Utpanna Ekadashi?
Utpanna Ekadashi occurs on the eleventh day of the waning moon (Krishna Paksha) during the month of Margashirsh. It is also called Uttpatti Ekadashi. By reading this article you will know the Importance of Utpanna Ekadashi.
It is a holiday to remember that Lord Vishnu beat the demon Murasura. Some stories say that this is the day that Ekadashi Matha was born.
Hindu months have different names in different states, but the festival is always held on the same day.
It happens in the month of Aippasi or Karthigai Masam in Tamilnadu. Vrischika Masam, or Thulam, is a holiday in Kerala. But it occurs in the month of Karthika in Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka, Gujarat, Telangana, and Maharashtra (Kartik).
Tale of Utpanna Ekadashi
Astrodevam.com says that there is a story behind why people celebrated Utpanna Ekadashi in 2020. According to the Puranas, the demon Mura once planned to kill and take over Lord Vishnu while he was sleeping. But Mata Ekadashi showed up, fought with Mura, and killed him to stop this. Lord Vishnu praised and blessed her, telling her that those who follow the Utpanna Ekadashi Vrat will be saved.
Since then, Hindus who want to please Lord Vishnu have been fasting and chanting Bhajans. They also tell their loved ones the story of Maa Ekadashi, which is based on a myth. On this day, people also spend their time worshipping Maa Ekadashi.
What is the Significance of Utpanna Ekadashi?
Maa Ekadashi is honored on Utpanna Ekadashi. This is why the day is essential. People think that if they pray to Goddess Ekadashi on this day, they can get rid of their sins.
Some devotees also think it helps the person reach moksha, or salvation, after death. After a person dies, they may see Lord Vishnu in “Vaikuntha.” People think that the Utpanna Ekadashi is about more than giving away 1000 cows.
People who fast on Utpanna Ekadashi might also make Lord Brahma, Vishnu, and Mahesh happy. During Vishnu Puja, people pray to Goddess Ekadashi and chant a particular Vishnu Mantra. You can go to ISKON Temple on this glorious tithi. ISKCON temple timings are 4.30 AM to 1 PM and 4 PM to 9 PM.
What are the Glories of this Ekadashi?
This harikatha was spoken on Utpanna Ekadashi Tithi. All of the Ekadashi Tithis are good times to hear the teachings. Keeping Ekadashi is one of the 64 essential parts of devotion. Upavasa must be done on Ekadashi Tithi. Upavasa means “staying close to the Supreme Lord.” Only by doing Hari Kirtana, which is the Yuga dharma for Kali-Yuga, you may condition your soul.
How did Ekadashi Tithi come into being? It is mentioned in Ekadashi Mahatamya. The Indian calendar says that this is the month of Agrahanya, also called Margashirsha. The first month has started. It’s called Margshirsha because mustard crops are grown in this month. It’s beautiful, and everyone feels happy when they see it.
It is written in Ekadashi-mahatma, proof from a Purana that Lord Krishna and Arjuna talked about it. Arjuna asks the Supreme Lord Sri Krishna what this Ekadashi Upavasa and Nakta bhojana are all about. Sri Krishna says, “Nakta bhojan means eating once on Dasami, not eating on Ekadashi, and then eating again on Dwadasi.” By keeping Ekadashi with faith, one gets all good luck.
How did Ekadashi appear? The demigods once told the Supreme Lord that demons had driven them out of their homes in heaven. We can’t go to war with them. Please save us by putting an end to those demons. You protect us, make us, and destroy us. Because of this, we pray to you. At that point, Supreme Lord got angry and asked where the demon was. The demigods told about the Mura demon. Supreme Lord told you all to get ready for battle. I’ll come with you to kill that evil spirit.
Benefits of Observing Fast on Utpanna Ekadashi
Here are the benefits of Ekadashi fasting:
- If a person does this fast without water, their sins will be washed away.
- When you fast on Utpanna Ekadashi, you get the benefits of a thousand Vajpeya and Ashwamedha Yagya.
- When you fast on Utpanna Ekadashi, you get the blessings of Lord Vishnu forever. The gods and ancestors are happy because of this.
- If you keep this fast, it’s like going on a pilgrimage. Donating on the day of fasting brings benefits that multiply by lakhs.
- Following the law and going without water during this fast brings salvation or the home of Vishnu.
Why should One Donate on this Ekadashi?
Donate money to charity on Utpanna Ekadashi is excellent, but not many people do it.
Vedic texts also say that giving our ancestors dhaan on Amavasya will make them happy. But on Utpanna Ekadashi day, people who follow Krishna are told to provide (Giving dhaan).
Offering dhaan on all days is good. For Utpanna Ekadashi, you should do dhaan.
Conclusion
You should now understand why it’s important to fast for Utpanna Ekadashi. You can go to ISKCON temple in Delhi, do the Utpanna Ekadashi vrat to get Lord Vishnu’s blessing and make your life peaceful and prosperous.
Summary
On the eleventh day of the waning moon (Krishna Paksha) in the month of Margashirsh, the Hindu holiday of Utpanna Ekadashi is held. Lord Vishnu beat the demon Murasura, and this holiday is a way to remember that. People who worship Goddess Ekadashi believe that if they pray to her on this day, they can get rid of their sins. Devotees also believe that it helps the person reach moksha, or salvation, after death. Hari Kirtana is the only way to stay close to the Supreme Lord, which is what Upavasa means.
