Shattila Ekadashi 2026: Rare Auspicious Yogs On 14 January Promise Wealth, Fortune And Divine Blessings

Shattila Ekadashi 2026 falls on 14 January with rare Sarvartha Siddhi and Amrit Siddhi Yogs. Know its date, significance, rituals, benefits of sesame worship and sacred fasting rules.

Shattila Ekadashi 2026 brings rare Sarvartha Siddhi and Amrit Siddhi Yogs on 14 January, promising wealth, peace and divine blessings for devotees.

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Shattila Ekadashi 2026: Shattila Ekadashi, one of the most spiritually powerful fasting days in the Hindu calendar, will be observed on 14 January 2026 during the Krishna Paksha of the Magha month. This sacred Ekadashi is considered exceptionally auspicious as it arrives with two rare celestial alignments, Sarvartha Siddhi Yog and Amrit Siddhi Yog, magnifying the spiritual and material rewards of worship and fasting. Devotees believe that observing this vrat with faith brings prosperity, removes poverty, fulfils desires and invites the abundant grace of Lord Vishnu and Goddess Lakshmi.

Why Shattila Ekadashi Is So Special

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The term Shattila comes from two Sanskrit words, ‘Shat’ meaning six and ‘Til’ meaning sesame. On this Ekadashi, devotees perform six sacred actions using sesame seeds while worshipping Lord Vishnu. The Magh month itself is associated with purification, making this Ekadashi one of the most spiritually rewarding observances of the year.

Shattila Ekadashi 2026 Date And Timings

According to the Vedic Panchang, Shattila Ekadashi begins on 13 January 2026 at 3:16 PM and ends on 14 January 2026 at 5:53 PM. As per Udaya Tithi, the fast will be observed on 14 January 2026.

Powerful Yogs On Shattila Ekadashi 2026

This year brings extraordinary spiritual strength due to:

• Sarvartha Siddhi Yog: 7:15 AM (14 Jan) to 3:03 AM (15 Jan)
• Amrit Siddhi Yog: 7:15 AM (14 Jan) to 3:03 AM (15 Jan)

Any prayer, charity, ritual or spiritual act performed during these Yogs is believed to yield double the merit and divine rewards.

Benefits Of Observing Shattila Ekadashi Vrat

Scriptures state that this Ekadashi grants:

• Liberation from sins and negative karma
• Protection from untimely death and misfortune
• Growth of wealth, honour, fame and prosperity
• Blessings of ancestors and spiritual elevation
• Fulfilment of heartfelt desires

The Skanda Puran and Padma Puran both glorify this vrat as more rewarding than elaborate yajnas and rituals.

Importance Of Sesame (Til) On Shattila Ekadashi

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Sesame plays the central role in this vrat. The six sacred uses are:

• Sesame Bath – purification of body and mind
• Sesame Paste (Ubtan) – health and radiance
• Sesame Havan – peace and positivity at home
• Sesame Tarpan – ancestral blessings
• Sesame Food – balanced nourishment
• Sesame Charity – accumulation of eternal merit

The Padma Puran declares that each sesame seed donated removes countless sins and attracts lasting prosperity.

Essential Puja Rituals

• Chant “Om Namo Bhagavate Vasudevaya”
• Perform Abhishek of Lord Vishnu and Goddess Lakshmi
• Offer yellow garments, flowers, sweets and seasonal fruits
• Present Tulsi leaves during puja
• Donate sesame, food and warm clothing

Rules To Observe On Ekadashi

• Avoid rice and rice products
• Do not touch Tulsi leaves
• Maintain peaceful thoughts and speech
• Refrain from arguments and negative emotions
• Avoid tamasic foods and behaviours

Shattila Ekadashi is not merely a fast; it is a gateway to abundance, peace and spiritual fulfilment. Even listening to the vrat katha is said to grant merit equal to performing the Vajapeya Yajna. With such divine energies aligning on 14 January 2026, this sacred day becomes a rare opportunity for transformation, prosperity and divine connection.

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