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News Topical, Digital Desk : The Varuthini Ekadashi fast is considered very auspicious. It is observed every year on the Ekadashi Tithi of the Krishna Paksha (dark fortnight) of the month of Vaishakha. This year, the fast will be observed on April 13th. This Ekadashi (Varuthini Ekadashi 2026) is dedicated to Lord Vishnu and Goddess Lakshmi. Offering certain items to the Shivalinga on this day is believed to relieve life's hardships. Let's learn about those special ingredients.
Offer these things to Shivling
Shami flowers
Lord Shiva is pleased by offering Shami flowers to the Shivalinga on Varuthini Ekadashi. In this case, offer Shami flowers to the Shivalinga while chanting the name of Neelkantheshwar Mahadev. It is said that doing so provides relief from illness and ailments.
Bilva leaves
Bilva leaves are very dear to Lord Shiva. Simply offering them to the Shivalinga helps to cleanse all sins. When offering water to the Shivalinga, apply a little honey to the Bilva leaf and offer it. Doing so brings good health.
Raw rice
On this auspicious day, offer raw rice mixed with a few black sesame seeds to the Shivalinga. After offering, donate the sesame seeds to a needy person. This remedy provides relief from Shani Dosha.
Cow ghee
On Varuthini Ekadashi , anoint the Shivalinga with pure cow ghee. It is said to cure ailments and ailments.
Mahamrityunjaya Mantra
Chant Lord Shiva's Mahamrityunjaya mantra 108 times. Doing so will ward off any life-threatening problems and bring you the blessings of Lord Shiva.
Puja Mantra
- Om Parvatipataye Namah:॥
- Om Trimbakam Yajamahe Sugandhi Pushtivardhanam.
- Urvarukamiv Bandhanaan Mrityormukshiya MaaMritat.
- Om Tatpurushaya Vidmahe Mahadevaya Dhimahi Tanno Rudra: Prachodayat ॥
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