Shattila Ekadashi 2025: Know Puja Muhurat, Vrat Parana Time, And Significance Of Using Sesame On This Day
Shattila Ekadashi falls in the Shukla Paksha of the Magha month. On this day, sesame (til) is specially used in the worship of Lord Vishnu, offering numerous benefits.
Shattila Ekadashi 2025: The month of Magha holds great importance for the use of sesame seeds, especially on the occasion of Shattila Ekadashi. Observing this day with devotion and worshipping Lord Vishnu with sesame seeds is believed to liberate one from the cycle of birth and death, allowing them to experience all worldly pleasures and ultimately attain Vishnu's abode.
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Shattila Ekadashi 2025 Muhurat:
The Ekadashi Tithi of the Shukla Paksha in the Magha month will begin on January 24, 2025, at 7:25 PM and end on January 25, 2025, at 8:31 PM.
Vishnu Puja Muhurat: 8:33 AM to 9:53 AM on January 25, 2025.
Shattila Ekadashi 2025 Vrat Parana Timing:
The Parana (breaking of the fast) for Shattila Ekadashi is scheduled for January 26, 2025, between 7:12 AM and 9:21 AM.
Six Ways To Use Sesame On Shattila Ekadashi:
- Bathing with Sesame Water
- Offering Sesame Seeds in Tarpaṇa (oblations)
- Donating Sesame Seeds
- Consuming Food Containing Sesame Seeds
- Performing Havan (fire rituals) with Sesame Seeds
- Drinking Water Mixed with Sesame Seeds
- It is believed that donating sesame seeds on this day absolves one of sins and brings divine blessings.
Significance Of Shattila Ekadashi:
On this auspicious day, Lord Vishnu is worshipped with devotion. According to religious beliefs, donating sesame seeds on Shattila Ekadashi helps one attain heaven. It is said that sesame seeds originated from Lord Vishnu's perspiration, making their use integral to this fast. Observing this vrat ensures peace, prosperity, and happiness in life. Additionally, it is believed to strengthen marital relationships, bringing harmony and joy to married life.
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