Guruvayur Ekadasi
MalayalamAlso known as: Guruvayur Ekadashi
Guruvayur Ekadasi
About Guruvayur Ekadasi
Guruvayur Ekadasi is observed on the 11th day of the bright fortnight in Dhanu (December-January) at the famous Guruvayur Sri Krishna Temple in Kerala.
The festival is celebrated with special pujas, devotional singing, and elaborate offerings to Lord Krishna at the temple.
Thousands of devotees from across Kerala and India visit Guruvayur on this day to have darshan of the deity and receive blessings.
The ekadasi is considered especially auspicious for offering prayers to Lord Vishnu and seeking spiritual merit.
Vrat Vidhi & Fasting Rules
Devotees observe a light fast and visit Guruvayur temple for special darshan.
- Wake up before dawn and prepare for the temple visit.
- Observe a light fast or eat only fruits and milk.
- Visit the Guruvayur temple for special ekadasi pujas.
- Offer prayers and receive prasad from the temple.
Parana (Breaking Fast) Note: The fast is broken after the temple darshan with the temple prasad.
Puja Samagri & Ritual Steps
- Prepare for the temple visit early in the morning.
- Offer prayers and flowers to Lord Krishna.
- Listen to the special ekadasi pujas and discourses.
- Receive prasad and share with family.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Guruvayur Ekadasi is celebrated with great devotion at the famous Guruvayur Sri Krishna Temple, attracting thousands of devotees for special darshan.
Devotees offer flowers, coconut, fruits, and special food items to Lord Krishna at the temple.
Note: All timings are represented in 24-hour notation in local time of the selected location with DST adjustment (if applicable).
Hours which are past midnight are suffixed with next day date. In Panchang, a day starts and ends with local sunrise.
Recommended Pages
Comprehensive annual Hindu calendar with tithis and festivals.
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Marathi Panchang and festive dates for the year.
Gujarati Vikram Samvat calendar and festivals.
Telugu calendar and festive Panchangam details.
Tamil solar calendar dates and monthly Panchangam.