Safala Ekadashi 2022 in December: Saphala Ekadashi fast is on 19 December 2022. Ekadashi of Krishna Paksha of Paush month will be the last Ekadashi of this year. This year there will also be Budhaditya Yoga on Ekadashi, due to which the importance of this day has increased. Ekadashi itself has appeared from the body of Lord Vishnu, therefore this fast is considered the best among all fasts.
It is said that by observing this fast, one gets freedom from all sins and wealth-grains and happiness-prosperity comes in the house, but there are some things which should not be done on this day, otherwise Sri Hari Vishnu gets angry. Fasting not only goes in vain, but also becomes a part of sin. Let us know what not to do on Safla Ekadashi.
To cut hair on Saphala Ekadashi or not?
According to the scriptures, cutting nails, beard and hair on the day of Ekadashi fast is considered inauspicious. It is believed that washing and cutting hair on Ekadashi leads to loss of money as well as planetary defects. Those who fast on Ekadashi should not do this work even by mistake on this day, it is said that Lord Vishnu becomes displeased with this and unrest comes in the house.
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Do not do this work on Safla Ekadashi
- Do not sweep the house on the day of Safla Ekadashi. It is said that small creatures can be killed unknowingly by this. This act reduces the effect of fasting on Ekadashi.
- Have gentleness in behavior and kindness towards others. Do not abuse anyone even by mistake. Avoid discord. Do not bring bitterness in speech. Do not disrespect elders and gurus even by mistake, because Ekadashi date is dedicated to Lord Vishnu who represents the planet Jupiter. One has to bear the inauspicious effects of the Guru on hurting the loved ones.
- Those who observe Ekadashi fast should get up before sunrise and stay engrossed in devotion to God for the whole day. Do not sleep in the afternoon by mistake. By doing this one does not get the fruit of the fast. Mantra chanting is a simple way to worship Lord Vishnu.
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