Kamika Ekadashi

Kamika Ekadashi

In Sanatan Dharma, the Ekadashi dates hold special significance. Among all the Ekadashis, Kamika Ekadashi is considered highly auspicious and believed to fulfill desires. This Ekadashi is observed on the 11th day of the Krishna Paksha (waning moon) in the month of Shravana. The word ‘Kamika’ means one who fulfills wishes. Observing a fast on this day helps in the eradication of sins accumulated over lifetimes, and the soul progresses towards eternal peace and liberation (moksha).

Pauranic Significance and Importance of Kamika Ekadashi

According to religious texts, observing the Kamika Ekadashi fast cleanses the individual of all sins and makes them worthy of divine grace. The Padma Purana specifically mentions that the merits of this fast are superior to the virtues gained from Ganga Snan (holy river bath), pilgrimage, yajna (ritual sacrifice), and other charitable deeds.

This Ekadashi, full of devotion, bhakti, and service towards Lord Vishnu, eradicates sin, sorrow, poverty, and fear. Through fasting, chanting, meditation, and service on this day, spiritual awakening occurs, and compassion, mercy, and empathy are cultivated in the heart.

Importance of Charity and Service

Kamika Ekadashi is not just about fasting and penance but also about service and charity. The merit of charity performed on this day is considered greater than performing a thousand yajnas. The Kurma Purana also states:

“For those desiring heaven, long life, and wealth, and for those seeking the cessation of sin and the attainment of moksha, charity should be given to Brahmins and deserving individuals.”

Charity and Virtue on Kamika Ekadashi

On Kamika Ekadashi, donating food and essentials to the needy, helpless, differently-abled, and downtrodden brings in eternal merit. Join the Narayan Seva Sansthan’s initiative to provide lifetime food (one day a year) to differently-abled children and reap the best benefits of this sacred day.