Vijaya Ekadashi 2024: A Day To Celebrate Success and Victory 

Do you want to enjoy the blessings of Lord Vishnu and get good luck and fortune at the same time? If yes, then one of the ways of doing that is Vijaya Ekadashi 2024. One of the 24 Ekadashi, Vijaya Ekadashi, also known as Phalguna Krishna Ekadashi, leads a person to salvation. Yes, you read that right! 

On this day, people observe the Vijaya Ekadashi fast only to get the blessings of Lord Vishnu. But here is a twist- besides Lord Vishnu, the Vijaya Ekadashi is also associated with the legend of Lord Rama. Read along to learn the important rituals, remedies, significance and the reason why Vijaya Ekadashi is related to Lord Rama. 

Vijaya Ekadashi 2024 Date And Time

• Vijaya Ekadashi 2024 Tithi Begins on: March 6, 2024 (06:30 AM) 
• Vijaya Ekadashi 2024 Tithi Ends on: March 7, 2024 (04:13 AM)
• Parana Time (Fast-breaking time): 01:43 PM to 04:04 PM (March 7) 

What is Vijaya Ekadashi? 

Among 24 Ekadashi, Vijaya Ekadashi is an important Hindu festival celebrated with many rituals and ceremonies. Vijaya Ekadashi is celebrated on the 11th day of the Krishna Paksha, which is the waning phase of the Moon. It falls in the month of Phalgun. Moreover, Vijaya Ekadashi is also known as Phalguna Krishna Ekadashi. 

Furthermore, Vijaya Ekadashi is celebrated by Jains as well, who observe fast and worship Lord Vishnu. Devotees fast, chant Bhajan kirtan and read Vijaya Ekadashi Vrat katha to please and ask for blessings from the great preserver and protector of the Universe, Lord Vishnu. However, each Ekadashi has its meaning, importance and story connected to it that makes it more unique and exciting. 

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Vijaya Ekadashi Significance and Story

The historical story tales add significance to the rituals and festivals, making them more attractive. So, the importance of Vijaya Ekadashi is also attached to the story of Lord Rama defeating the demon Ravana to save his wife, Sita, along with his brother Lord Laxman and Varnar Sena (group of monkeys). The story of Vijaya Ekadashi is from the old Hindu text Skanda Purana, which Lord Krishna narrates to Yudhistira.

Moreover, the story was also told to Narad Muni by Lord Brahma and is all based on the famous holy book Ramayana. The story about Vijaya Ekadashi revolves around when Lord Ram went to Lanka to save his wife. While Ravana took Sita away, Jayatu (the vulture) tried to rescue Sita but got injured miserably. Moreover, when Jatayu was about to die, he narrated the story of Ravana taking Sita away.

Furthermore, the king of monkeys, Sugriva, was willing to help Lord Rama to find Sita. However, Lord Hanuman was sent to Lanka to see if he could find Sita. Lord Hanuman found Sita’s ring in the Vatika garden, which proved that Sita was in Lanka and was carried off by Ravana. 

However, now that it was assured that Sita was in Lanka, they had to cross the ocean to reach Lanka, but the ocean was deep, and it would be dangerous to cross the ocean. Lord Rama asked his brother Laxman for help or guidance in that challenging situation. 

On the spur of the moment, Laxman visited a sage named Bakadalbhya, who lived in a nearby Ashram. The sage was surprised to see Lord Rama asking for help, who himself was an Avatar of Lord Vishnu. They explained the situation to sage Bakadahbhya. On hearing that, the sage suggested they observe the Vijaya Ekadashi vrat and perform the rituals by which they can cross the ocean and save Sita. They followed all the rituals of Vijaya Ekadashi that gave them the strength and courage to cross the ocean and bring back Sita from Lanka. So, that was the story behind celebrating Vijaya Ekadashi wishes. It helps you to get through difficult situations and obstacles. 

Vijaya Ekadashi Rituals and Remedies 

The celebration of Vijaya Ekadashi comes with some rituals and remedies that make the Vijaya Ekadashi puja vidhi successful. So read below to know about the rituals and remedies of Vijaya Ekadashi. 

1. Vijaya Ekadashi Rituals

• On the day of Vijaya Ekadashi, the observance of fast starts before the sunrise of Dwadashi. 
• After taking a bath, devotees must offer prayers and worship Lord Vishnu along with Mata Ekadashi. 
• While offering prayers and rituals, remember to offer Tulsi leaves, coconut, betel nuts, incense sticks and diyas before the idol of Vishnu Bhagwan. 
• On the main day, a proper sattvik meal must be prepared, which needs to be offered to the deity first. 
• It is believed that people offering food, grains and money to the needy can be very beneficial. 
• While offering prayers and following rituals, remember to chant Vishnu Sahasranama. 

2. Vijaya Ekadashi Remedies

• On this day, you can do dhan Stapan, which includes wheat, moong, gram, urad, barley, rice and millet, which can help you gain financial gains. 
• You can place Panch Pallav, which can be Gular, Ashok, Mango, peepal and vat, in a kalash near Lord Vishnu’s idol. 
• The placement of kalash is very significant. So you have to stay awake at night and perform Jagran in front of it. 
• On the day of Dwadashi, you can donate the kalash to Brahmin Pandits, and then you can break your fast on the same day. 

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Conclusion 

Vijaya Ekadashi helps devotees bring victory, success and spiritual growth. Moreover, Lord Vishnu helps his devotees gain strength and guidance on this auspicious occasion. However, just ensure to perform all the rituals and remedies appropriately so that you can appease Lord Vishnu and avail yourself of the benefits of reading rama Vijaya. 

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