Amalaki Ekadashi is being observed today. Worshipping Lord Vishnu on this day is believed to bring great spiritual merit. Many people also observe a fast on this day. It is believed that by observing this fast, every wish of the devotee is fulfilled.
Lord Vishnu is deeply fond of the Amla tree. It is believed that every part of this tree is imbued with divine presence. The roots are considered the abode of Lord Vishnu, the trunk is associated with Lord Shiva, and the upper part of the tree is believed to house Lord Brahma. Additionally, its branches are said to be home to sages and deities, the leaves to the Vasus, the flowers to the Maruts, and the fruits to all the Prajapatis.
The Parana time for Amalaki Ekadashi will be on Saturday, February 28th, between 6:47 am and 9:06 am. Devotees worship the Amlaka or Amla tree because the berries are Lord Vishnu’s favourite food. But why is the Amla fruit so significant. Scroll down to read the Vrat Katha ahead of the momentous day.
Amalaki Ekadashi Vrat Katha
According to one of the tales associated with Amalaki Ekadashi Vrat, the Amla tree emerged from Lord Brahma’s tears. Here’s how the story unfolds.
After appearing from Lord Vishnu’s navel, Lord Brahma wondered who created him and wanted to know the purpose of his existence. So he performed intense penance to seek an answer. As he earnestly waited, Lord Vishnu appeared before him. And soon after seeing his creator, Lord Brahma had tears of joy.
Overwhelmed by Brahma’s devotion, Lord Vishnu blessed him and said that his tears would transform into Amla trees, and the fruits of these trees would be dear to him. He also said that those who would worship the Amla tree on the Phalguna Shukla Paksha Ekadashi Tithi would get blessed by him. Hence, devotees worship the Amla tree.
Moreover, it is believed that the Gods/Goddesses reside in the various parts of the Amla tree. Therefore, devotees seek Lord Vishnu and other deities’ blessings by offering prayers to the Amla tree.
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