Shukla & Krishna Paksha
Ekadashi Tithi एकादशी
Ekadashi, the eleventh tithi, is sacred to Vishnu and the Vishwadevas. Falling twice a month, it is the most important fasting day for Vaishnavas.
- Presiding deity
- Vishnu (Vishwadevas)
- Category
- Nanda (joyful)
- Occurs
- Both fortnights
Significance & observances
Devotees observe a fast (vrat) on every Ekadashi for spiritual merit and purification; each Ekadashi has its own name and story.
Favorable activities
A Nanda (joyful) tithi devoted to fasting, worship of Vishnu, charity and spiritual practice.