Aja Ekadashi 2024: Aja Ekadashi is observed during the Krishna Paksha of the Bhadrapada month; this is a significant fasting day dedicated to Lord Vishnu. This fast is believed to bring wealth, happiness, and prosperity. It is said that by observing this fast, one can regain lost wealth and honour, attain peace of mind, and eventually achieve liberation (moksha). The Aja Ekadashi is often equated with performing the Ashwamedha Yajna, a highly revered Vedic ritual believed to fulfill all worldly desires and grant divine blessings.
Know the date, puja muhurat, significance and all about this day:
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When Is Aja Ekadashi In 2024?
In 2024, Aja Ekadashi falls on Thursday, August 29th. On this day, devotees worship Lord Vishnu and observe a fast to receive divine blessings. It is believed that this fast removes all sins, brings progress, and ensures peace and prosperity in life.
Aja Ekadashi 2024 Muhurat:
According to the Hindu Panchang, the Ekadashi tithi of Krishna Paksha in the Bhadrapada month will begin on August 29, 2024, at 1:19 AM and will end on August 30, 2024, at 1:37 AM.
Aja Ekadashi 2024 Vrat Parana Time:
The breaking of the Aja Ekadashi fast (Vrat Parana) will take place on August 30, 2024, between 7:49 AM and 8:40 AM. The Hari Vasara period, which marks the end of the fasting period, will conclude at 7:49 AM on this day.
Why is Aja Ekadashi Observed?
Observing the Aja Ekadashi fast is believed to yield the same results as performing the Ashwamedha Yajna. According to the hindu mythology, the Ashwamedha Yajna is a sacred ritual that pleases the deities, who then grant the devotee’s desires and bless them with prosperity. Therefore, the Aja Ekadashi fast is considered a powerful way to please Lord Vishnu, and it is believed that by doing so, Goddess Lakshmi, the goddess of wealth, is also pleased.
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