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Ekadashi

Amalaki Ekadashi

Also called: Amalaka Ekadashi

Amalaki Ekadashi is associated with the amla tree, also called Indian gooseberry, which is treated as sacred in this observance and linked with Vishnu. The day joins fasting with reverence for a tree and the natural world as understood within the tradition.

Key facts

Paksha
Shukla Paksha
Lunar month
Phalguna
Observed on
The eleventh tithi of Shukla Paksha
Deities
Lord Vishnu, Lord Krishna

The story

A popular vrata-katha tells of King Chitrasena and his people worshipping near an amla tree. A hunter attacks the gathering; the narrative attributes his later change of destiny to the merit of the observance. Other versions name Prince Vasuratha and arrange the events differently.

Practices

  • Where local custom permits, devotees worship an amla tree or include it in the ritual, worship Vishnu and hear the story. Tree worship is not a universal requirement in every community.

Common questions

When is Amalaki Ekadashi observed?
Amalaki Ekadashi is observed on the Shukla Paksha eleventh tithi (Ekadashi) of Phalguna.

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