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Observe Ekadashi with
Clarity and Devotion

Our mission is to make authentic Ekadashi guidance accessible to every devotee. Through educational resources, reminders, spiritual content, and practical tools, we support sincere observance and deeper devotion to Lord Krishna.

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Sacred Process

Four Steps to Observing Ekadashi

Follow the traditional process practiced by generations of devotees.

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Sankalpa

Begin with a sincere vow and intention to observe Ekadashi for spiritual purification and devotion.

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Upavasa

Fasting from grains and pulses while focusing on simplicity and purity.

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Hari-Nama

Increasing the chanting of the Holy Names (Hare Krishna Mahamantra) and scriptural reading.

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Parana

Properly breaking the fast during the designated Dwadashi window to complete the vow.

Lunar Wisdom

Understanding the Sacred Lunar Calendar

Ekadashi occurs on the eleventh day of both lunar fortnights:

Shukla Paksha Moon Phase
Shukla Paksha Ekadashi

Observed during the waxing phase of the moon.

Krishna Paksha Moon Phase
Krishna Paksha Ekadashi

Observed during the waning phase of the moon.

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Ekadashi Devotion

Ekadashi is especially
sacred to devotees of
Vishnu

Observe with simplicity, devotion, and spiritual focus.

Fasting

Fasting

Prayer & Meditation

Prayer & Meditation

Reading Sacred Texts

Reading Sacred Texts

Chanting Vishnu’s Names

Chanting Vishnu’s Names

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Ekadashi Devotion

Ekadashi is especially
sacred to devotees of
Vishnu

Observe with simplicity, devotion, and spiritual focus.

Fasting

Fasting

Prayer & Meditation

Prayer & Meditation

Reading Sacred Texts

Reading Sacred Texts

Chanting Vishnu’s Names

Chanting Vishnu’s Names

Visiting Temples

Visiting Temples

Fasting Discipline Featured
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The fast is traditionally broken on the next day, called Dwadashi, at the proper Parana time.

Fasting Discipline

Simple Rules to Observe Ekadashi Properly

Practices may vary by tradition and individual capacity, but Ekadashi is observed with purity, simplicity, and devotion. Understand what to avoid, what is allowed, and how to complete the fast correctly on Dwadashi.

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Nirjala Fast

Some devotees observe Ekadashi by avoiding both food and water.

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Fasting Foods

Many devotees consume fruits, milk, nuts, makhana, and other sattvik fasting foods.

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What to Avoid

Grains, beans, onion, garlic, and certain legumes are commonly avoided.

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Ekadashi Articles

Learn Ekadashi with Clarity
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Simple guides, sacred stories, fasting rules, and practical tips to help every devotee observe Ekadashi correctly.

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How to Break Ekadashi Fast
Spiritual KnowledgeJuly 23, 2026

How to Break Ekadashi Fast

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Spiritual KnowledgeJuly 23, 2026

Ekadashi Fast Benefits for Spiritual Growth and Peace

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Ekadashi Fasting Rules
Spiritual KnowledgeJuly 23, 2026

Ekadashi Fasting Rules

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FAQ

Frequently Asked
Questions!

Practices may vary by tradition and individual capacity, but Ekadashi is observed with purity, simplicity, and devotion.

Ekadashi is the 11th lunar day dedicated to deepening devotion to Sri Hari through fasting, prayer, and disciplined spiritual practice.

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Big Spiritual
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Your support helps in spreading devotion, serving devotees and preserving Sanatan Dharma.

Every act of seva brings us
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