Kamada Ekadasi in India

Kamada Ekadashi is not just a spiritual holiday, but according to Hindu beliefs, one of the special fasts is the strongest and purest The date is calculated according to the Vaishnava calendar, which indicates not only the day of the year when Kamada Ekadashi is celebrated, but also the exact time of entry and exit from the fast (individually for different time zones) The Kamada Ekadashi fast is observed annually in the lunar month of Chaitra (March-April) on the 11th lunar day (waxing Moon) Ekadashi is the goddess of the lunar day, one of the manifestations of the god Vishnu, and the literal translation of the word “Kamada” from Sanskrit is the fulfillment of all desires According to Vedic traditions, following all the instructions on this day will help you gain the favor of Lord Vishnu, who will remove all sins and help you achieve your plans This day is very important for couples who dream of becoming parents This is not surprising, because the basis is the love story of a beautiful married couple living in the city of Ratnapura The ruler was a king named Pundarika, whose subjects were the male singer Lalit and his beautiful wife Lalita They loved each other so much that they could not bear even a little separation Once Lalit performed in the king's palace without his wife, he was sad about separation from her and Pundarika did not like his imperfect performance The king became angry and cursed the man, turning him into a demon His lover was in deep despair One day, while wandering in the forest, she came to the sacred temple of the sage Shringa Lalita asked for instructions, following which she could return to her husband’s true appearance The great sage Shringi took pity on her and told her about observing Ekadashi, with the help of which all desires can be fulfilled Lalita strictly followed all the instructions and her demon husband was able to take on human form so that they could live a long and happy life For this power, Kamada Ekadashi has become a special, important day in Hindu traditions - a way of repentance, purification, and spiritual advancement On this day you should talk less and avoid unnecessary contact with other people It is necessary to read scriptures, make offerings to Vishnu, light candles and incense There is a strong restriction in food intake; it is better to completely refuse food and water on this day (traditional Indian approach) But the most important thing is not just not to eat, but to keep your mind and body calm and clean throughout the fast This date is celebrated not only in India, but is widespread among fans of yoga and those interested in spiritual practices, because compliance with all the conditions of Kamada Ekadashi opens a person’s path to complete enlightenment