Jyeshtha Month · Shukla Paksha
Nirjala Ekadashi (Bhimseni Ekadashi)
Nirjala Ekadashi (Bhimseni Ekadashi) (निर्जला एकादशी (भीमसेनी एकादशी)) is observed on the eleventh tithi of Jyeshtha (Shukla Paksha), dedicated to Lord Vishnu. The vrat removes accumulated karmic burdens through grain-free fasting, Vishnu Sahasranama chanting, and next-day Dwadashi paaran. Its observance follows the governed fasting rule and mantra shown below.
Sacred Significance & Spiritual Power
The most austere of all 24 Ekadashis, observed without a single drop of water. Fulfills the merit of all 24 annual Ekadashis.
Vrat Katha (The Sacred Legend)
Bhima, the second Pandava, could not control his hunger to observe the 24 fortnightly fasts. Sage Vyasa advised him to observe this one waterless fast on Jyeshtha Shukla Ekadashi to attain the spiritual merit of all Ekadashis combined.
✦ Fasting & Observance Rules
Strict abstinence from both food and water from sunrise on Ekadashi until sunrise on Dwadashi after paaran.
✦ Sacred Puja Mantra
“Om Namo Bhagavate Vasudevaya”
Chant 108 times using a Tulsi mala during the morning or evening sandhya.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the significance of Nirjala Ekadashi (Bhimseni Ekadashi)?
The most austere of all 24 Ekadashis, observed without a single drop of water. Fulfills the merit of all 24 annual Ekadashis.
What are the fasting rules for Nirjala Ekadashi (Bhimseni Ekadashi)?
Strict abstinence from both food and water from sunrise on Ekadashi until sunrise on Dwadashi after paaran.
Which mantra should be chanted during Nirjala Ekadashi (Bhimseni Ekadashi)?
The primary mantra for Nirjala Ekadashi (Bhimseni Ekadashi) is 'Om Namo Bhagavate Vasudevaya'. Reciting the Vishnu Sahasranama on this day is also considered immensely auspicious.