Parsva Ekadashi Significance & Spiritual Meaning
Parsva Ekadashi (also Parshva or Parivartini) falls in Bhadrapada Shukla Ekadashi. Lord Vishnu is believed to turn in his sleep on this day. Fasting is observed for prosperity.
Parsva Ekadashi Mythology & Legend
According to the Skanda Purana, Vishnu turns from one side to the other on this night. The vrat is observed to please him and gain his blessings. It is also associated with the change of the rainy season.
Parsva Ekadashi Puja Rituals & Vidhi
- Observe Ekadashi fast; bathe at sunrise.
- Offer tulsi, flowers, and fruits to Lord Vishnu.
- Chant Vishnu mantras; keep a vigil at night if possible.
- Break the fast on Dwadashi after puja.
Parsva Ekadashi Mantras in Sanskrit
ॐ नमो भगवते वासुदेवाय
oṃ namo bhagavate vāsudevāya
Salutations to Vasudeva
Parsva Ekadashi Traditional Foods & Prasad
- ●Fruits
- ●Milk
- ●No grains
Parsva Ekadashi Regional Celebrations across India
Pan-India(पर्वस एकादशी)
Vishnu parivartan
North India(पर्वस एकादशी)
Bhadrapada Shukla Ekadashi
Parsva Ekadashi Do's & Don't's
Do's
- ✓Fast and worship Vishnu
- ✓Chant mantras
- ✓Break on Dwadashi
Don'ts
- ✗Do not eat grains
- ✗Avoid sleep if keeping vigil
- ✗Do not break early
Parsva Ekadashi — Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Parsva Ekadashi?
- Parsva Ekadashi (also Parshva or Parivartini) falls in Bhadrapada Shukla Ekadashi.
- What are the Parsva Ekadashi puja rituals?
- Observe Ekadashi fast; bathe at sunrise.; Offer tulsi, flowers, and fruits to Lord Vishnu.; Chant Vishnu mantras; keep a vigil at night if possible.; Break the fast on Dwadashi after puja.
- What to eat on Parsva Ekadashi?
- Fruits, Milk, No grains
- What should you do on Parsva Ekadashi?
- Fast and worship Vishnu; Chant mantras; Break on Dwadashi
- What should you avoid on Parsva Ekadashi?
- Do not eat grains; Avoid sleep if keeping vigil; Do not break early
- Which deity is worshipped on Parsva Ekadashi?
- Parsva Ekadashi is dedicated to Vishnu.