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Ekadashi Importance Advantages and Dates
The sanctity of Ekadashi arises because it occurs during the eleventh day of both ongoing Shukla Paksha and declining Krishna Paksha lunar cycles. Two Sanskrit words unite to form Ekadashi when the first word signifies eleven while the second word means day whereas the full expression combines the elements eleven and day.
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Jaya Ekadashi
In the month of Magha, Hindus celebrate Jaya Ekadashi, which will fall on Wednesday, February 17, 2027. It’s a sacred day when Lord Vishnu, a significant Hindu god, is honored with great zeal and devotion at ISKCON Kurukshetra. It is a spiritual celebration that is witnessed by devotees coming from various backgrounds.
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Saphala Ekadashi
Did you know that the dawn of Saphala Ekadashi brings a special vibrancy to the holy town of Kurukshetra? The devotees of Krishna all flock to the grounds of the ISKCON temple, singing kirtans and bhajans filled with deep spiritual fervour.
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Mokshada Ekadashi
Margashirsha is the month during which Mokshada Ekadashi is celebrated. It is the eleventh day of the Shukla Paksha when Mokshada Ekadashi is celebrated. There is an age-old belief that fasting on this day helps liberate one’s ancestors so that they can attain salvation, “moksha.”
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