Nirjala Ekadashi; Fast Observers To Attain Eternal Graces Of Maa Lakshmi!

In Sanatan Dharam, the Ekdashi takes a significant place, and in a year there are 24 Ekadashis that occur. Out of these Ekadashis, one is known as Nirjala Ekadashi. According to Hindu Panchang, Nirjala Ekadashi is celebrated every year in the month of Jyestha on the Shukla Paksha of the Ekadashi Tithi. This Ekadashi is also known as Bhimseni Ekadashi. The reason behind this is that the fast of Nirjala Ekadashi was first observed by Bhim in the Dvapara Yuga (the third Yuga). 

The term “Nirjala” means “without water” and the fast of this Ekadashi is observed by not consuming water and food. According to Shastras, by observing this fast one receives fruitful virtues which is equivalent to taking baths at all the holy places. Also, this Ekadashi gives auspicious outcomes which is equal to all 24 Ekadashis. This fast is dedicated to Lord Vishnu. It is believed that among all the Ekadashis that give individuals the blessings of Lord Vishnu, the fast of  Nirjala Ekadashi is the toughest. So, let’s begin with our happy reading and discover the ancient lore, worship methods, significance, muhurta, date and time of Nirjala Ekadashi 2023! 

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Nirjala Ekadashi 2023: Tithi & Muhurat

This year the Ekadashi Tithi of the Shukla Paksha in the month of Jyestha will fall on 31st May 2023. The beginning of Nirjala Ekadashi fast will be from 30th May 2023, Tuesday from 1:09 pm and it will end on 31st May 2023, Wednesday at 1:47 pm. 

Nirjala Ekadashi: Vrat Parana Muhurat

Nirjala Ekadashi Parana Muhurta: 1st June 2023 from 5:23 am to 8:09 am. 

Duration: 2 Hours 46 Minutes.

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Prominence Of Nirjala Ekadashi

It is believed that by observing the fast of Nirjala Ekadashi, doing worship, and giving donations, the individual receives peace and prosperity in their lives. The said individual also gets relieved from all their sins as well. This fast gives novel energy to our bodies and teaches us to control our mind. According to mythological belief, it is said that Bhimsen, one of five Pandavas, observed this fast and went to Vaikuntha (Heaven). 

Nirjala Ekadashi: Worship Methods

• On the day of Nirjala Ekadashi one should get up before sunrise and must clean the house. After doing that, take a bath and make a vow to observe the fast.  
• If possible then worship Lord Vishnu while wearing yellow clothes and remember him. During the worship chant this Mantra:  ‘ūṃ namo bhagavate vāsudevāya’. 
• After that light a lamp at night and offer yellow flowers and fruits.  
• Ask for forgiveness from Lord Vishnu for the mistakes that you may have committed knowingly and unknowingly. 
• In the evening, worship Lord Vishnu with complete and proper rituals. Do Kirtan at night and then rest on the floor. 
• Then the next day, get up in the morning and take a bath. After that offer food to brahmins and give donations according to your allowances. 
• Then after this distribute the Ekadashi Prasad to everyone and then break the fast at the given auspicious time. 

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Nirjala Ekadashi: Ancient Lore About The Fast

According to the ancient story, one day Bhim told Maharishi Ved Vyas that his mother and brothers suggest he observe the fast of Ekadashi but it is not possible for him. He said that “I can do worship and give donations but cannot stay hungry while observing the fast”. After listening to Bhim, Maharishi Ved Vyas told him that in order to attain heaven you must observe the fast of both the Ekadashis that come every month while not consuming any food. Then Bhim said that if there is a fast coming once a year, then he can observe that fast but every month he cannot do that as he gets hungry quickly. 

Bhimsen then requested Maharishi Ved Vyas to tell him about that fast which could be kept once a year and by observing this fast one could attain heaven. Then Maharishi Ved Vyas told Bhim about the fast of Jyeshtha Shukla Ekadashi i.e. Nirjala Ekadashi, and said that you must observe this fast. Maharishi Ved Vyas while explaining about the fast said that consuming even water is prohibited in this fast. In this fast only bathing and Aachaman are allowed. On this day if one consumes food then their fast gets broken. Further, he said that if one doesn’t consume water from the start of the sunrise of Nirjala Ekadashi till the sunrise of Dwadashi Tithi, then one receives the fruits of all 24 Ekadashis. 

Maharishi Ved Vyas then said that one should take a bath after sunrise on Dwadashi Tithi. After that, food should be offered to brahmins and donations must be given. After doing this, hungry people must be fed as well and one should also engage in their service. Then one should eat and break their fast according to the Vrat Parana Time. After listening to Maharishi Ved Vyas, Bhimsen with complete and proper worship methods and rituals, observed the fast of Nirjala Ekadashi. This is the reason why this Ekadashi is called Bhimseni Ekadashi or Pandav Ekadashi. 

Special Remedies To Attain Blessings Of Lord Vishnu On Nirjala Ekadashi

To Get Rid Of Problems:

On the day of Nirjala Ekadashi, worship Lord Vishnu with complete and proper worship methods and offer him yellow-colored clothes. Then offer him Kheer with Tulsi in it and complete the Bhog ritual. By doing this, one can get rid of all the problems in their lives. 

To Get Rid Of Guru Dosha:

On the day of Nirjala Ekadashi, one should offer a yellow-colored flag to Lord Vishnu’s temple. By doing this one will get rid of Guru Dosha and apart from this, obstacles that come in marriage will also get removed. 

To Make Lord Vishnu Happy:

It is believed that on the pious day of Nirjala Ekadshi, installing a Banana plant in home or somewhere around a temple, is considered to be quite auspicious. With this, take care of the plant and water it daily. Offer water mixed with Haldi, every Thursday to the same plant. By doing this, Lord Vishnu gets pleased quickly and continues to grace the individuals with his blessings. 

Wiping Out Challenges:

If you are unable to do any kind of remedies on the day of Nirjala Ekadashi, then by offering water to the Peepal Tree, you will get rid of all your problems. 

To Get Relief From Pitra And Chandra Dosha:

On the holy day of Nirjala Ekadashi donate water as it is believed that by installing a water cooler or distributing water or sherbet near a Temple one can get relief from both Pitra Dosha and Chandra Dosha. 

For Fulfillment Of Wishes:

On the day of Nirjala Ekadashi, in the morning one must first look at their palms and chant this Mantra: ‘karāgre vasate lakṣmī, karamadhye sarasvatī। karamūle tū goviṃda, prabhātekaradarśanam।।’.Start your day by doing this, and by this all our wishes get fulfilled and peace and prosperity prevail in our lives. 

To Get Rid Of Evil Energies:

On the day of Nirjala Ekadashi, take a bath by mixing holy Ganga water and then offer water to the Sun from a copper pot. While offering water do chant this Mantra: ‘ū~ sūryāya namaḥ ū~ vāsudevāya namaḥ ū~ ādityāya namaḥ।’. By doing this, one stays away from all energies that are negative or bad in nature. 

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