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Mohini Ekadasi is observed on Vaishakh Shukla paksha Ekadashi day, eleventh day in bright fortnight of Vaishakh month. In 2026, Mohini Ekadashi date is April 27.
Smarta Ekadashi – 27 April 2026
Vaishnava Ekadashi | Bhagvat Ekadashi | Madhva Ekadashi | Gauna Ekadashi | Sarvesham Ekadashi – 27 April 2026
The time of breaking fast on Dwadashi, 28 April 2026 (Ekadashi Vrata Paaran Time) is from 5.40 AM to 8.10 AM. Ekadashi Vrata Parana should not be done in the time of Harivasara.
In Tamil traditional calendar, it falls on Vaigasi masam and in Malayalam calendar it falls on Edava month and during Jyeshto mash in Bengali calendar.
Mohini Ekadasi is one the most important Ekadasi austerities as the legend of the vrata is directly linked to Lord Sri Rama. Mohini Ekadasi vrat katha, importance, and merits are mentioned in the Brahmavaivatha Purana as a conversation between Lord Krishna and Yudhistira.
Significance
- The word “Mohini” refers to the female avatar of Lord Vishnu.
- According to mythology, Vishnu took the Mohini form during the Samudra Manthan (churning of the ocean) to distribute amrit (nectar of immortality) among the gods.
- Observing this Ekadashi is believed to remove sins, bring spiritual purification, and lead to moksha (liberation).
When is it observed?
- Mohini Ekadashi falls on the 11th lunar day (Ekadashi tithi) of Shukla Paksha in Vaishakha.
- The exact date changes every year based on the Hindu lunar calendar.
Rituals & Observance
- Fasting (Vrat): Devotees either do a full fast or eat only fruits and milk.
- Worship: Offer prayers to Lord Vishnu, especially with Tulsi leaves.
- Mantras & Bhajans: Chant Vishnu Sahasranama or sing devotional songs.
- Charity: Donating food, clothes, or money is considered highly auspicious.
- Jagran: Some devotees stay awake at night in devotion.
Spiritual Benefits
- Cleanses past negative karmas
- Brings peace, prosperity, and clarity
- Helps control desires and improve discipline
- Said to be as powerful as performing major religious rituals