Mohini Ekadashi 2024: Date and Time
- Ekadashi Tithi: Begins at 11:22 AM on May 18, 2024, and ends at 01:50 PM on May 19, 2024.
- Parana Time: May 20, 2024, from 05:09 AM to 07:47 AM.
- Dwadashi End Moment: May 20, 2024, at 03:58 PM.
Significance of Mohini Ekadashi 2024
- Mohini Ekadashi, falling on May 19, 2024, is a special day for Hindus to worship Lord Vishnu.
- Devotees observe strict fasts and perform puja rituals dedicated to Lord Vishnu.
- This Ekadashi is significant as it marks the appearance of Lord Vishnu in the form of a nymph(Apsara).
- Activities like visiting Krishna temples, charity, and feeding the poor are highly encouraged and considered auspicious.
Rituals of Mohini Ekadashi 2024
They set up a small altar with idols of Lord Vishnu and Goddess Lakshmi.
Lighting a ghee lamp, they offer homemade sweets, fruits, tulsi leaves, and panchamrit (a mixture of milk, curd, ghee, honey, and sugar) to the deities.
Reciting mantras like “Om Namo Bhagvat Vasudeaye,” “Shri Krishna Govind Hare Murari,” “Ram Ram Rameti Rame Raame Manorame,” and “Hare Ram Hare Ram Ram Ram Hare Hare Hare Krishna Hare Krishna Krishna Krishna Hare Hare” is recommended during the prayers.
