Utpanna Ekadashi 2025 – Rituals, Legends & Spiritual Significance of Ekadashi Mata’s Birth
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Utpanna Ekadashi,
also known as Uttpatti Ekadashi, is observed on the 11th day
(Ekadashi Tithi) of the Krishna Paksha in the Margashirsha month
of the Hindu calendar. In 2025, it falls on Saturday, November 15.
This sacred day marks the
origin of Ekadashi Mata and celebrates Lord Vishnu’s victory over the
demon Murasura. It is considered the ideal starting point for devotees who
wish to begin observing the Ekadashi Vrata cycle.
Legend
According to the Bhavishyottara
Purana, when the demon Murasura tried to attack Lord Vishnu during
his yogic rest, a divine feminine energy emerged from Vishnu’s body and
defeated the demon. This energy was named Ekadashi Mata, and Vishnu
declared that those who observe fast on this day would be freed from all sins
and attain Vaikuntha after death.
Rituals and Observances
- Fasting
begins at sunrise on Ekadashi and ends after sunrise on Dwadashi.
- Some devotees begin the vrat from
Dashami evening with a single Saatvik meal.
- Rice, pulses, and grains
are strictly avoided.
- Devotees wake up before sunrise and
perform Brahma Muhurat puja to Lord Krishna, Vishnu,
and Ekadashi Mata.
- Offerings include Bhog, flowers,
and Tulsi leaves.
- Chanting Vedic mantras, Aditya
Hrudayam, and Vishnu Sahasranama is considered auspicious.
- Charity (Daan)
is encouraged—donating food, clothes, or essentials to Brahmins and the
needy.
Regional Observance
- North India:
Celebrated in Margashirsha month
- Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka,
Maharashtra, Gujarat: Observed in Kartik month
- Kerala:
Falls in Vrischika Masam or Thulam
- Tamil Nadu:
Observed during Karthigai Masam or Aippasi
Spiritual Significance
- Observing Utpanna Ekadashi is said to
be more meritorious than donating 1000 cows.
- It equals fasting for Brahma,
Vishnu, and Mahesh combined.
- The vrat helps devotees attain moksha, purify karmas, and move closer to the divine.
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