Ekadashi is considered to be one of the most powerful tithis in the Sanatan Dharma. This vrata is observed twice in a month, and is completely dedicated to Lord Vishnu, the sustainer of the universe.
On this day all the devotees perform Vrat as it is believed that by this Vrat all his sins of the past are washed away and that by doing this, one can gain happiness, prosperity and spiritually.
The important Ekadashi dates in the month of August 2026 include Kamika Ekadashi and Shravana Putrada Ekadashi.
For Ekadashi 2026 date and time is 13th August 2026 and for Parana time, 15th August 2026.
Kamika Ekadashi
Ekadashi Tithi begins: August 8, 2026
Ekadashi Tithi ends: August 9, 2026
Parana time: August 10, 2026,
Dwadashi end moment on parana day: 08:00 AM
Shravana Putrada Ekadashi
Ekadashi Tithi begins: August 23, 2026
Ekadashi Tithi ends: August 24, 2026
Parana time: August 24, 2026,
Hari Vasara end moment on parana day: 10:49 AM
Vaishnava Shravana Putrada Ekadashi
Ekadashi Tithi begins: August 23, 2026,
Ekadashi Tithi ends: August 24, 2026,
Parana time: August 25, 2026,
Dwadashi end moment on parana day 06:20 AM
Why Ekadashi is important
Ekadasi is one of the most vrats in Hindu religion since it helps the devotees attain the blessings of Lord Vishnu. It is mentioned in religion that keeping this vrat in true faith can help the individual get rid of his/her past karmas and negative influence. For many followers, it is considered a day of spiritual cleansing not only of the body by fasting but of mind and soul as well.
Kadashi Puja Traditions to Follow
wooden plank on which there is a picture of Goddess Lakshmi or Shree Yantra and an idol of Lord Vishnu.
Light a diya and incense sticks before doing the puja.
Light a diya and incense sticks before doing the puja.
Bhog, sweet, Panchamrit, flowers, fruits, Tulsi leaves
Chant Om Namo Bhagavate Vasudevaya Also,to read Ekadashi Vrat Katha.
Fast Ekadashi according to your tradition.
Pray, meditate and sing devotions throughout the day.
visit a Lord Vishnu temple at evening time.
The fasting is broken after prayers to Lord Vishnu at Parana Muhurat on the Dwadashi Tithi.
Most Common Mantras for Ekadashi
ॐ नमो भगवते वासुदेवाय
अच्युतम केशवं कृष्ण दामोदरं, राम नारायणं जानकी वल्लभं
राम रामेति रामेति, रमे रामे मनोरमे ।सहस्रनाम तत्तुल्यं, रामनाम वरानने ॥
Bhagavad-gitā is commonly known as the Gītā.The Gītā is also called by name, Bhagavad-gitā.
