This year Kamika Ekadashi will be celebrated on 31 July 2024. In Hindu religion, a fast is observed on the Ekadashi date of Shukla Paksha and Krishna Paksha of every month and Lord Vishnu is worshiped on this day. Kamika Ekadashi fast is observed on the Ekadashi date of Krishna Paksha of Shravan month. There is a religious belief that by observing the fast of Kamika Ekadashi, one gets relief from all the sorrows and sufferings of life and brings happiness, prosperity and prosperity in life. To get the blessings of Lord Vishnu on the occasion of Kamika Ekadashi, some special things should be kept in mind while worshipping. Let us know what to do and what not to do on Kamika Ekadashi?
What to do on Kamika Ekadashi?
On the day of Kamika Ekadashi, worship Lord Vishnu and Mother Lakshmi with true devotion.
Eat satvik food on this day, but avoid rice.
Follow the rules of celibacy during Ekadashi fast.
Do not use abusive words for your elders.
The day of Kamika Ekadashi is considered very auspicious for charitable works.
In the evening, light a ghee lamp near the Tulsi plant and chant the mantras of Lord Vishnu.
On the day of Ekadashi, offer Tulsi leaves to Lord Vishnu, but do not pluck Tulsi leaves at all on this day.
Do not do these things on the day of Kamika Ekadashi:
On the day of Kamika Ekadashi, the fasting person should not wear black clothes.
Eating Chavan on the day of Ekadashi is considered prohibited.
Do not offer water to the Tulsi plant on Kamika Ekadashi because on this day Mother Tulsi keeps a waterless fast for Vishnuji.
Even a basil leaf should not be plucked on this day. Due to this Goddess Lakshmi gets angry.
On the day of Kamika Ekadashi, do not touch Tulsi with dirty or dirty hands.
