Shubh Muhurat, Puja Vidhi, Meaning, and Everything You Need to Know About Kamika Ekadashi in 2023

On the eleventh day (Ekadashi) of the Hindu month of Sawan, which often falls in July or August according to the Gregorian calendar, the Hindus observe Kamika Ekadashi, a significant holy occasion. There are 24 Ekadashi dates in a Hindu lunar year, and they are all regarded as holy days honoring Lord Vishnu. For followers of Lord Vishnu, Kamika Ekadashi is a major religious day that offers a chance for introspection, devotion, and praying for divine favor.

The Ekadashi tithi, according to Drik Panchang, began at 02:29 PM on July 12 and will finish at 02:54 PM on July 13.

Ekadashi Begins: July 12, 8:16 p.m.
End of Ekadashi: July 13, 8:41 p.m.
Pooja time: 9:44 to 11:19 on July 13
July 14 Time Zone Parana: 5:45 to 8:58
End of Parana Day Dwadashi: 3:47 p.m.
RITUALS, KAMIKA EKADASHI 2023

Hindu worshippers mark Kamika Ekadashi, which is seen to be very auspicious, with tremendous devotion and religious passion. Devotees fast on this day, refraining from eating and drinking anything during the day. The next day, known as Dwadashi, is when the fast is broken, after the completion of the required rites and the offering of food to Lord Vishnu.

People who practice devotion spend their days praying, reciting mantras, and studying holy books like the Vishnu Sahasranama (the thousand names of Lord Vishnu). Additionally, a lot of people go to Vishnu temples to make specific prayers and ask for blessings.

The significance of Kamika Ekadashi 2023

It is stated that observing Kamika Ekadashi purifies the devotees’ minds, bodies, and souls and bestows blessings, tranquility, and wealth. It is also said to aid in achieving moksha (liberation from the cycle of birth and death) and freedom from sin.