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The fast of Varuthini Ekadashi is observed every year on the Ekadashi date of Krishna Paksha of the Vaisakh month. It is believed that the devotees who
observe this fast get success is everything that they pick. This day is considered highly auspicious. Ekadashi occurs twice a month, once during the waxing phase (Shukla Paksha) and once during the waning phase (Krishna Paksha) of the moon. "The Ekadashi fast benefits, including the benefits of keeping fast, are meant for those who have faith and worship Lord Vishnu. It is considered to be amongst the most fruitful fasts in Hinduism. Ekadashi fast’s benefits can bring you peace, harmony, and prosperity," states ISKCON Dwarka's website.
When Is Varuthini Ekadashi?
The first Ekadashi of the month of Vaishakh, Varuthini Ekadashi, will be observed on April 13, 2026. Fasting on Varuthini Ekadashi increases happiness, good fortune, and prosperity.The auspicious day will begin at 1:16 am on April 13. The Ekadashi Tithi will end at 1:08 am on April 14. The Brahma Muhurta for Varuthini Ekadashi Puja will be from 4:51 am to 5:37 am on April 13. The Abhijit Muhurta will be from 12:14 pm to 1:04 pm.
Varuthini Ekadashi Parana Timing
The Parana of Varuthini Ekadashi will be performed on April 14, 2026. The auspicious time for Parana will be from 6:54 am to 8:53 am on April 14. The Hari Vasara period will conclude at 6:54 am on the Parana Tithi. It should be kept in mind that Ekadashi vrats are not broken when Hari Vasara occurs.Mantras To Chant During Varuthini Ekadashi Puja
Reciting these mantras is considered spiritually beneficial:- Om Namo Bhagavate Vasudevaya
- Om Namo Narayanaya, Shri Man Narayan Narayan Hari Hari
- Shri Krishna Govinda Hare Murare, He Nath Narayan Vasudevaya
- Om Narayanaya Vidmahe, Vasudevaya Dheemahi, Tanno Vishnu Prachodayat
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