Mokshada Ekadashi, observed on the Shukla Paksha Ekadashi of the Margashirsha month, is considered one of the most sacred fasting days dedicated to Lord Vishnu. Scriptures mention that on this very day, Lord Krishna delivered the divine teachings of the Bhagavad Gita to Arjuna, making it a spiritually powerful occasion.
Offer Water or Raw Milk to Tulsi
After taking a morning bath, devotees should offer clean water or raw cow’s milk to the Tulsi plant. Following the offering, one must take seven rounds (parikrama) around Tulsi while chanting “Om Namo Bhagavate Vasudevaya.”
According to traditional beliefs, this ritual helps remove financial difficulties and invites positive energy into the household.
Chant Vishnu Mantras Using a Tulsi Rosary
If you wish to seek Lord Vishnu’s special grace, chanting His holy names or mantras using a Tulsi mala (rosary) on Mokshada Ekadashi is considered highly auspicious. This practice is said to eliminate suffering, reduce mental burdens, and bring peace and stability in life.
Offer Saffron Kheer with Tulsi Leaves
Devotees who wish to please Lord Vishnu offer saffron-infused kheer (sweet rice pudding) as prasad on this sacred day. However, adding Tulsi leaves is essential; without them, the offering is believed to remain incomplete. This ritual brings fulfilment of desires and abundant nd divine blessings.
Light a Ghee Lamp Near Tulsi at Sunset
After sunset, lighting a ghee lamp near the Tulsi plant and performing 11 circumambulations (parikrama) is considered extremely holy. Scriptures state that this practice helps destroy accumulated sins and leads the devotee toward spiritual growth and liberation.