Today, is Kamada Ekadashi Vrat, the day to honor Lord Vishnu. Appeasing the lord on this holy day is the way to get your desires accomplished. Observe the fast of Ekadashi and get liberation from your sins on this pious day. Read on to know more...
Kamada Ekadashi Vrat has immense importance for the Hindus, as it is the first Ekadashi according to the Hindu year. It falls on Chaitra Shukla Paksha Ekadashi. This day is solely dedicated to Lord Vishnu and is also known as Avaidhavya Ekadashi and Damana Ekadashi. Let’s know all about this day through this article on Kamada Ekadashi fast.
Legend Behind Kamada Ekadashi Fast
The legend behind this fast takes us back to the story of a couple, Lalit and Lalitha. Lalitha, an Apsara (fairy) was married to Lalit, a Gandharva. The couple were excellent at singing and dancing and used to showcase their talent in the court of King Pundarika. Once Lalit was asked to dance without his wife, which was not accepted by him. As a result, Lalit made many mistakes while performing and didn't perform well. On this, the people present in the court, informed the king, the reason behind the faulty performance. The king got angry and lost his temper. He cursed Lalit which resulted in Lalit's transformation into a demon. The king thought that Lalitha won't ever accept a demon as her husband. But her love for her husband was eternal and she told the king that she can never leave him. To help Lait in coming back to his normal way, the couple began their hunt to find a solution. Once while on their way, they met sage Sringi and told him everything that happened with them. After carefully listening to the couple, Sringi advised them to observe Kamada Ekadashi Vrat. The couple obeyed the sage and observed the fast. Their devotion and faith in the Vrat turned worth and Lalit got back in his normal form.
Thus, we can conclude that observing this fast with belief and pure heart can surely help us in accomplishing our wishes and desires.
Merits Of Observing Kamada Ekadashi Vrat
People observing Kamada Ekadashi Vrat believe that this fast has power to abolish their sins and mistakes committed out of lust. It is also believed that this fast blesses the childless couple with a child. Kamada Ekadashi Vrat also helps the devotees in getting a place in Swarga Loka (heaven) after death.
Important Points Related To Kamada Ekadashi Fast
While observing Ekadashi Vrat, the devotee should avoid intake of wheat, barley, salt and other such eatables. To perform the Puja rituals in the best way, Satya Narayan Puja should be conducted. This Ekadashi, make sure to appease Lord Vishnu through observance of Kamada Ekadashi Vrat. Burn all your sins and bad Karmas (deeds) on this day.
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