Nirjala Ekadashi
NepaliAlso known as: Bhima Ekadashi, Snan Ekadashi
Nirjala Ekadashi
About Nirjala Ekadashi
Nirjala Ekadashi falls on the 11th day of the bright fortnight in Jyeshtha (May-June). It is the strictest of all Ekadashi fasts, observed without any food or water (nirjala).
According to the Mahabharata, Lord Krishna recommended this fast to Bhima, who could not observe other Ekadashis. Observing this one fast grants the merit of all 24 Ekadashis.
Devotees observe complete abstinence from food and water for 24 hours, spending the day in prayer and meditation.
Vrat Vidhi & Fasting Rules
A complete nirjala fast (without food or water) for 24 hours.
- Take a ritual bath before dawn.
- Observe a complete fast without food or water for 24 hours.
- Spend the day in prayer, meditation, and Vishnu chanting.
- Avoid all physical exertion and negative thoughts.
Parana (Breaking Fast) Note: The fast is broken the next morning after a holy bath and Vishnu puja.
Puja Samagri & Ritual Steps
- Take a ritual bath before dawn.
- Spend the entire day in prayer and Vishnu chanting.
- Perform evening aarti at the Vishnu altar.
- Break the fast the next morning after a holy bath.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
It is the strictest Ekadashi fast, without food or water for 24 hours. Observing it grants the merit of all 24 Ekadashis.
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.
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