Varuthini Ekadashi is a Hindu holy day, which falls on the 11th lunar day (ekadashi) of the fortnight of the waning moon in the Hindu month of Chaitra or Vaishakha By both schemes, Varuthini Ekadashi falls on the same day in April or May. Like all ekadashis, the God Vishnu, especially his fifth avatar Vamana, is worshipped. The greatness about Varuthini Ekadashi is narrated by the god Krishna to the King Yudhishthira in the Bhavishya Purana. On Varuthini Ekadashi, certain rules are prescribed to be followed strictly.
Varuthini Ekadashi 2024 Date :
Name of festival | Day | Date of festival |
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Varuthini Ekadashi | Saturday | 4 May 2024 |
Varuthini Ekadashi's Time :
Ekadashi Tithi starts : 23:25 - 3 May 2024
Ekadashi Tithi Ends : 20:40 - 4 May 2024
One should keep an all-night vigil, praying to God, singing devotional songs and hymns in the company of family members. The devotee following this day's vrata (vow) is said to be protected from all harm and evil and gain good fortune.