Apara Ekadashi 2023 Date, Time, Puja Vidhi and Importance
Apara Ekadashi happens in the month of Jyeshtha during the waning phase of the moon (May – June). Lord Krishna conveyed the significance of Apara Ekadashi to Yudhishtira, the eldest Pandava. The primary advantage of observing Apara Ekadasi is the removal of sins. The date of Apara Ekadashi in 2023 is May 15th.
This ekadashi is known as ‘Apara Ekadashi’ because the term ‘apar’ in Hindi means ‘unlimited,’ and it is thought that practising this vrat will result in endless prosperity. Another interpretation of this ekadashi is that it provides the spectator with endless rewards. Brahma Purana describes the significance of Apara Ekadashi. Nationwide, Apara Ekadashi is observed with total dedication. It is known by several names in different regions of India. Apara Ekadashi is celebrated as “Bhadrakali Ekadashi” in Punjab, Jammu & Kashmir, and Haryana, and worshipping Goddess Bhadra Kali on this day is considered auspicious. It is known as “Jalakrida Ekadashi” in Orissa and is celebrated in honour of Lord Jagannath.
Apara Ekadashi Date 2023
May 15, 2023, Monday
Rituals of Apara Ekadashi
1. On Dashmi, the day preceding Apara Ekadashi, do not consume food after sundown. While sleeping at night, repeat the name of God.
2.On the day of Ekadashi, after an early morning bath, worship Lord Vishnu. For the pujan, one should offer Tulsi, Chandan, Gangajal, and fruits.
3. The one who fasts on this day must not be deceptive, evil, or tell lies. In addition, rice is not consumed on this day.
4. Recite ‘Vishnu Sahasranama’. On Ekadashi, whomever recites the “Vishnu Sahasranama” is immensely blessed by the lord himself.
Apara Apara Ekadashi Mantra
ॐ नारायाणाय विद्महे वासुदेवाय धीमहि।
तन्नो विष्णुः प्रचोदयात्॥Om Narayanaya Vidmahe Vasudevaya Dhimahi
Tanno Vishnu Prachodayat
Importance of Apara Ekadasi
There is a common idea that observing this Srihari-dedicated fast will aid in the acquisition of immense fortune. Apara signifies in huge quantity or number, and hence all sins are eradicated by fasting.
Fasting on this Ekadashi is useful for those afflicted with remorse or guilt as a result of sin or sins committed. Moksha can be attained through fasting on Apara Ekadasi. In addition, Krishna adds that those who follow this specific Ekadashi shall attain fame by their good activities.
This Ekadasi eliminates the regret linked with not taking a specific activity when the individual had the ability to do so but chose not to.
Those ancestors who are suffering in the afterlife as ghosts, ghouls, and other night beings will find solace when their living relatives observe Apara Ekadasi.
It is believed that observing this Ekadasi is equivalent to taking a bath at Prayag (the confluence of the Ganges, Saraswati, and Yamuna), performing a vrat at Kashi on Shivratri, performing a pinda daan in Gaya, taking a bath in the Godavari River, having a darshan of Badrinath and Kedarnath, and taking a holy dip at Kurukshetra during
