Parivartini Ekadashi 2024 Date, Vrat Khatha, Rituals and Significance

Ekadashi of Bhadrapada, Shukla Paksha is known as Parivartini Ekadashi or Padma Ekadashi. This year 2024, this auspicious date falls on Saturday, 14 September 2024. According to the Puranas, on this day Lord Vishnu takes turns sleeping in Chaturmas. This Ekadashi is considered very important from a religious point of view. By fasting and worshiping Parivartini Ekadashi, one gets happiness and peace and all sins are destroyed. One gets relief from all troubles and a new light comes in life. By observing this fast, auspicious yoga remains in life for a long time and the soul attains Vaikuntha Dham. Those who worship the Vamana form of Lord Kamalanayan with a lotus on this day. They go close to God and the gods of all three worlds are automatically worshipped.

Padma Ekadashi

According to the Hindu calendar, Ekadashi of Shukla Paksha of Bhadrapada month is called Parivartini Ekadashi, Jayanti Ekadashi, or Padma Ekadashi. According to religious beliefs, observing Ekadashi fast pleases Goddess Lakshmi along with Lord Vishnu.

Bhadrapada Shukla Ekadashi 2024

On the day of Bhadrapada Shukla Ekadashi, the Vaman incarnation of Lord Vishnu is worshipped. It is also known as Parshva Ekadashi in many regions of India. On this Ekadashi, Shri Hari turns on his side while sleeping, hence this Ekadashi is called Bhadrapada Shukla Ekadashi. It is also known as Padma Ekadashi. By worshiping the Vaman incarnation of Lord Vishnu during this fast, one gets the same results as the Vajpayee Yagya and all the sins of man are destroyed. This is a blissful fast of Goddess Lakshmi, hence worshiping Lakshmi on this day is considered best.

Parivartini Ekadashi Date

Parivartini Ekadashi on Saturday, 14 September 2024

Parivartini Ekadashi Start Time – 13 September 2024 at 10:30 PM

Parivartini Ekadashi End Time – 14 September 2024 at 08:41 PM

Parivartini Ekadashi Parana time

Parivartini Ekadashi (breakfast) time – 14 September 2024, 06:12 AM to 08:38 AM

Dwadashi ending time on Paran Tithi – 08:41 PM

Parivartini Ekadashi Vrat 2024

The fast and worship of Parivartini Ekadashi, also known as Parsva Ekadashi fast, is equivalent to the worship of the three worlds including Brahma and Vishnu. The worship method of this fast is as follows:

• On the day of fasting, wake up early in the morning and meditate on God and after taking a bath, resolve to fast. After this, light a ghee lamp in front of the idol of Lord Vishnu.
• Use Tulsi, seasonal fruits, and sesame in the worship of Lord Vishnu. Do not consume food on the day of fasting. After puja in the evening, you can consume fruits.
• Avoid speaking ill of others and lying on the day of fasting. Apart from this, donate copper, rice, and curd.
• On the next day of Ekadashi, observe Dwadashi after sunrise and break the fast by giving food and Dakshina to a needy person or Brahmin.

Devuthani Ekadashi of Rituals

• Waking up early: On the day of Parivartini Ekadashi, devotees should wake up early, preferably during Brahma Muhurta (auspicious time before sunrise), and take a bath to purify themselves.
• Fasting: Fasting is an important aspect of Parivartini Ekadashi. Devotees abstain from food, grains, legumes, and grains for the entire day. Some people choose to consume water or milk, while others opt for a complete fast without any consumption.
• Vishnu Puja: The centerpiece of Parivartini Ekadashi observance is the worship of Lord Vishnu. Devotees build an altar or temple, place an idol or image of Lord Vishnu, and offer flowers, incense, and lamps. Devotees may recite Vishnu Sahasranama (thousand names of Lord Vishnu) or sing devotional songs.
• Tulsi Leaves: Offering Tulsi leaves to Lord Vishnu is considered extremely auspicious. It is believed that Tulsi is very dear to God and is a symbol of purity and devotion.
• Listening to Vrat Katha: On this day, Vrat Katha, or a story related to Parivartini Ekadashi is narrated. It tells the story of King Harishchandra and his unwavering dedication to truth and virtue.
• Prayer and Meditation: Devotees engage in prayer and meditation, seeking blessings of Lord Vishnu for spiritual growth, forgiveness of sins, and protection from negative influences.
• Donation: Donating to the needy on this holy day is a noble act. Many devotees choose to donate food, clothes, or other essentials to the less fortunate.

Devuthani Ekadashi of Significance

On the day of Parivartini Ekadashi, one must donate copper, silver, rice, and curd, and do a night vigil. People who observe fast on this day and worship the Vaman incarnation of Shri Hari Vishnu. After being freed from all sins, they go to heaven and shine like the moon and get fame in all three worlds. Those who read this story or listen to this story get results equal to a thousand Ashwamedha Yagyas. By fasting on Parivartini Ekadashi, a person gets a name and fame and his wishes are fulfilled. Apart from this, by observing this fast one attains salvation. It is believed that whoever observes this fast gets rid of the sins and wrongdoings of his life. Apart from this, devotees can also get fame in all three worlds.

Devuthani Ekadashi of Vrat Katha

During the Mahabharata period, at the request of Pandu’s son Arjun, Lord Shri Krishna described the importance of Parivartini Ekadashi. Lord Shri Krishna said, O Arjun! Now listen carefully to the story of Parivartini Brahmanda, who destroys all sins. In Tretayuga, there was a demon named Bali but he was very charitable, truthful, and serving Brahmins. He always used to perform yagya, penance, etc. Due to the influence of his devotion, King Bali started ruling heaven in place of Devraj Indra. Devraj went to Lord Indra and the most powerful Lord Vishnu related to Gana. The gods prayed to God for protection. After this, I assumed the name of Vaman and in the form of a Brahmin child conquered King Bali.

Lord Shri Krishna said – I took the form of Vamana and requested King Bali – O King! If you donate three steps of land to me, you will get the fruits of donation from three worlds. King Bali accepted my request and prepared to donate the land. It was with the resolve of charity that I assumed a huge form and took the earth from one point, heaven from the heel of the other plane, and Brahmalok from the end. Now the third mark was that King Bali had nothing left. So he moved his head forward and Lord Vamana placed the third foot on his head. Lord Vaman, pleased with the remake of King Bali’s words, made him the lord of the underworld.

I had told King Bali that I would always be with him.

On the day of Parivartini Ekadashi, one of my images remains with King Bali and the other one rests on Sheshnag in the Kshir Sagar. This Chaturthi has been changed to the name of Lord Vishnu.

Wrapping Up

Among the vast range of Hindu festivals and rituals, Parivartini Ekadashi holds a special place. Also known as Parsva Ekadashi, this auspicious day marks change, and transformation – a turning point in the spiritual journey. Parivartini Ekadashi, falling during the Shukla Paksha of Bhadrapada month, is a day dedicated to Lord Vishnu. The word “Parivartini” translates to “change”, denoting a significant moment in the divine realm. Lord Vishnu, who rests on Sheshnaga, changes his sleeping posture from one side to the other, symbolizing the transition from rainy season to autumn. Through online astrology consultation, you can learn about the importance of Parivartini Ekadashi and its effects.