According to the Gregorian Calendar, Jaya Ekadashi will be observed on 7 February 2017. On this day, vow is observed by the devotees and Lord Vishnu is worshipped. It falls in the month of Magha, as per the Hindu calendar. This occasion is celebrated to seek apology of sins committed in the past and to attain Moksha after death. To gain more information about this fast, read on.

Jaya Ekadashi : What Is Jaya Ekadashi?

Jaya Ekadashi is observed in the Shukla Paksha of Magha month, according to the Hindu Calendar. In South India, especially in Karnataka and Andhra Pradesh, Jaya Ekadashi or Ekadasi is celebrated as Bheeshma Ekadashi or Bhishma Ekadashi. Like other Ekadashis, Jaya Ekadashi is also dedicated to however, it is also a day to please Want to know how? Read this exclusive article on Jaya Ekadashi in 2017 and know, why it is a call for double worshiping.

Jaya Ekadashi:The Mythological Legend

According to the Jaya Ekadashi legend, once, a Gandharva was singing in the gathering of Lord Indra. However, he was not able to sing properly as he was missing his better half. Due to his out of rhythm singing, Lord Indra got annoyed and cursed him saying that his beloved will change into a monster. On this, Gandharva got scared and asked the Lord for forgiveness. But Lord Indra refused his plea and asked him to leave the gathering. With a sad face, he went back to his home and was shocked to see his wife turned into a demon. Gandharva tried many ways to restore back his wife to her original form, but was unsuccessful. Time passed and one day he met Narad Rishi. He told everything to the Rishi and asked for help. On this, Narad Rishi suggested Gandharva to observe Jaya Ekadashi fast. He followed this suggestion and observed Jaya Ekadasi Vrat. As a result, his wife returned back to her normal form.

Jaya Ekadashi : A Day To Please Lord Shiva & Lord Vishnu

As per the beliefs associated with Jaya Ekadashi, this day is immensely auspicious for the devotees of Lord Shiva and Lord Vishnu. Reason as to why Lord Shiva is also worshiped on Jaya Ekadasi is that it falls in the Magha month i.e. the month of worshiping Shiva. Therefore, on Jaya Ekadashi, you can seek the glory and virtue of both the lords. Observe Jaya Ekadashi with a clean mind & soul and get freedom from your sins.

Jaya Ekadashi : How To Observe Jaya Ekadashi

To get the highest virtues from Jaya Ekadashi, observing Jaya Ekadashi Vrat will help you in the best possible way. So, how will you observe the fast according to the sacred rituals of the day? Here are the helpful steps which will turn Jaya Ekadashi in your favor:

• Take holy bath before sunrise
• Worship the lords of the day i.e. Lord Shiva and Lord Vishnu
• While, performing the evening Puja, chant Shiva Aarti and Narayana Aarti
• Stay away from intake of rice, cereals, grains, alcohol, and non-vegetarian food
• Offer food, alms, and clothes to the Brahmins

Jaya Ekadashi : How Can Jaya Ekadashi Help You?

You must be thinking as to why Jaya Ekadashi is observed by a large number of Hindus. The answer to this question is that observing Jaya Ekadashi Vrat can help you in infinite ways. Yes, Jaya Ekadashi is the chance for you to:

• Remove all the sins & evils and their malefic effects
• Enhance your virtuous tasks
• Attain salvation or Moksha from this material world
• Free yourself from the most deadly mistakes

So, this was all about Jaya Ekadashi. Overcome all the hurdles of your life by abolishing every sin committed knowingly or unknowingly. Attain the path of salvation with observance of Jaya Ekadashi.

AstroSage wishes you all a blessed Jaya Ekadashi!