Pavitra
Ekadasi, or Pavitropana Ekadashi, is observed during the waxing phase of the
moon in Shravan or Sawan month (July – August). In 2012, the date of Pavitra
Ekadashi is July 29. The importance of Pavithra Ekadashi was explained to
Yudhisthira by Lord Krishna and is found in the Bhavisyotara Purana. Jhulan
Yatra. an important festival associated with Lord Krishna, Radha and Lord
Jagannath, begins on this Ekadasi day.
This
Ekadasi is known as Putrada Ekadasi in Maharashtra, Gujarat, Andhra Pradesh and
Karnataka.
It is
widely believed that a son is born to the couple that observes Pavitra Ekadasi.
There is an important story in the Puranas that indicate that Sage Lomasa
advising a King to observe the Ekadasi so that he will beget a son.
Fasting on
this day also washes away all the remorse and regret of sins performed. All
grains are avoided on this day. Some staunch devotees stay awake during the
night on the day.
Source : Hindu-blog
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