Shattila Ekadashi on Makar Sankranti
Shattila Ekadashi, observed on the Ekadashi of the Krishna Paksha in the month of Magha, is renowned for its great spiritual significance. When this fast occurs while the Sun is positioned in Makara (Capricorn), sesame seeds (til), which are especially dear to Lord Shani, are used in six sacred ways. On this Ekadashi, bathing with sesame-infused water, applying sesame paste, consuming sesame-based food, and donating sesame seeds hold special importance.
It is a highly auspicious coincidence that Makar Sankranti also falls on Shattila Ekadashi this year, making the observance even more sacred and rewarding.
Sesame seeds are believed to have originated from the perspiration of Lord Narayana and are considered destroyers of sin. They are said to bestow satisfaction and fulfillment. The presiding deity of Ekadashi is Lord Narayana Himself.
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Ekadashi symbolizes Goddess Lakshmi, whose beloved consort is Lord Narayana (Vishnu). By observing the Ekadashi fast and worshipping Lord Narayana, Goddess Lakshmi is pleased; and through the combined grace of Lakshmi and Narayana, the sins of both past and present lives are destroyed. The devotee attains purity, clarity, simplicity, diligence, and progressive spiritual growth.
On this day, the donation of a black (Shyama) cow is considered especially meritorious. Donating sesame seeds, clothing, grains, cooked food, fruits, and offering prayers to Goddess Lakshmi and Lord Narayana; performing mantra japa, yajnas, and taking holy baths in sacred rivers such as the Ganga, Yamuna, or at Prayag Sangam—all these acts are believed to bestow virtuous living and fulfill heartfelt desires.
This auspicious fast of Shattila Ekadashi, which removes sufferings, sorrows, sins and brings happiness and prosperity in life, will be celebrated on Wednesday, January 14, 2026.
For all the devotees and devotees, get religious benefits by participating in the puja, mantra, chanting, recitation, rituals, yagya etc. organized by “Yugrishi Puja evam Anusthan Kendra” of Anand Dham Ashram from the holy feet of the most revered HH Shri Sudhanshu Ji Maharaj, the supreme idol of all of us.
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This auspicious fast of Shattila Ekadashi, which removes sufferings, sorrows, sins and brings happiness and prosperity in life, will be celebrated on Wednesday, January 14, 2026.
For all the devotees and devotees, get religious benefits by participating in the puja, mantra, chanting, recitation, rituals, yagya etc. organized by “Yugrishi Puja evam Anusthan Kendra” of Anand Dham Ashram from the holy feet of the most revered HH Shri Sudhanshu Ji Maharaj, the supreme idol of all of us.
Contact us to become an online Yajman:
📞 +91 9589938938 , 9685938938, 8826891955, 9312284390
S. No. | Ritual / Sacred Offering | Dakshina (Offering Amount) |
1 | Complete Recitation of Shrimad Bhagavad Gita | ₹2,100 |
2 | Shri Krishna Mantra Japa – 11, 31, 51, 100 recitations | ₹1,100 / ₹2,100 / ₹4,100 / ₹7,100 |
3 | Worship of Shaligram Bhagwan | ₹1,100 |
4 | Purusha Suktam Recitation – 16 repetitions | ₹1,100 |
5 | Dwadashakshar Mantra Japa – 21, 41, 71, 100 malas | ₹1,100 / ₹2,100 / ₹4,100 / ₹5,100 |
6 | Vishnu Yajna | ₹1,100 |
7 | Annadaan (Food Donation) | ₹1,100 / ₹2,100 / ₹3,100 / ₹4,100 |
8 | Annapurna Bhojan – (Old Age Home / Gurukul / | ₹5,100 / ₹6,100 / ₹5,100 / ₹15,000 |
9 | Gaugras (Feeding Cows) | ₹1,100 / ₹2,100 / ₹3,100 / ₹4,100 / ₹5,100 or more |
10 | Gaudan (Cow Donation) | ₹31,000 |
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