Ekadashi is the 11th day of each lunar fortnight in the Hindu calendar. It occurs twice a month — once in the Shukla Paksha and once in the Krishna Paksha. Devotees observe fasting and special prayers.

Why is Ekadashi important at Khatu Shyam Temple?

Ekadashi holds special significance at Khatu Shyam Temple as it is dedicated to Lord Vishnu. Devotees believe that observing Ekadashi vrat and visiting the temple brings prosperity and spiritual merit.

What are the special rituals on Ekadashi?

Special rituals include extended aarti, abhishek, special bhog, and all-night bhajan sessions. Many devotees observe a complete fast and break it only on Dwadashi.

Sacred Observance

Ekadashi at Khatu Shyam

The sacred eleventh day of each lunar fortnight, observed with fasting, prayers, and special darshan at the temple.

About Ekadashi

Ekadashi, literally meaning "the eleventh," is a sacred day that occurs twice in every Hindu lunar month. One falls during the Shukla Paksha (waxing moon) and the other during the Krishna Paksha (waning moon). It is dedicated to the worship of Lord Vishnu and his avatars.

At Khatu Shyam Mandir, Ekadashi holds extraordinary significance. Since Khatu Shyam Ji (Barbarik) was blessed by Lord Krishna himself, Ekadashi celebrations here are particularly grand. Thousands of devotees visit the temple on every Ekadashi to observe the vrat (fast) and seek blessings.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Ekadashi is the 11th day of each lunar fortnight. It occurs twice a month and devotees observe fasting and special prayers.

Ekadashi is dedicated to Lord Vishnu. Since Khatu Shyam Ji was blessed by Lord Krishna, Ekadashi celebrations here carry special spiritual merit.

Special rituals include extended aarti, abhishek, special bhog, and night-long bhajan sessions. Many devotees observe a complete fast.