Yogini Ekadashi Fast Parana: Yogini Ekadashi fast will be observed on Friday, July 10, 2026. This Ekadashi dedicated to Lord Vishnu is considered very important among the 24 Ekadashis. According to religious beliefs, observing the fast of Yogini Ekadashi frees a person from sins, increases happiness and prosperity and receives the special blessings of Lord Vishnu.
On this day, devotees worship Lord Vishnu and Mother Lakshmi and take a pledge to fast with water, fruits or satvik food. But, the real results of Ekadashi fast are achieved only when it is observed as per the rules and auspicious time mentioned in the scriptures. In such a situation, many people have a question in their mind that when will Yogini Ekadashi be celebrated on 11th July? Let us know the exact time, rules and method of Paran.
Dwadashi date will be on 11th July:
According to Panchang, Yogini Ekadashi date 10 July 2026 To 08:16 am but will start and 11 July 2026 To 05:22 am But it will end. After this Dwadashi Tithi will start.
After the end of Ekadashi Tithi, there is confusion in the minds of many devotees whether the fast can be broken as soon as Hari Vasar is over or should they wait for some special auspicious time. Clear rules regarding Parana have been given in the scriptures, which are considered necessary to follow.
Why should Yogini Ekadashi Parana be done at this time only? (Yogini Ekadashi Vrat Parana Date and Time)
According to religious beliefs, Ekadashi fast is not broken at any time. Some special rules have been given for this.
Parana should not be done in Hari Vasar:
The initial part of Dwadashi Tithi is called Hari Vasar. This time is considered for special worship of Lord Vishnu. According to the scriptures, it is not considered appropriate to break the fast during this period.
Hari Vasar in the year 2026 11th July To 10:32 am It will last till then, hence one should perform Parana only after it ends.
Midday time should also be avoided:
In religious traditions, it is advised to avoid performing Parana even during Madhyahna (the main time of afternoon). This is the reason why the auspicious time of Yogini Ekadashi Paran 01:50 pm starting from 04:36 pm Has been considered till.
Rules related to breaking Yogini Ekadashi fast (Yogini Ekadashi Vrat Paran Niyam)
- Before Parana, take bath and wear clean clothes.
- Offer ghee lamp, basil leaves and satvik bhog to Lord Vishnu.
- Before breaking the fast, do charity as per your devotion.
- Do Parana only after consuming satvik food and grains.
- On the day of Parana, definitely consume rice in the food.
- Avoid anger, vengeful food and disputes on the day of Paran.
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