Astrology News Desk: There are many fasts and festivals in Hindu religion and all have their own significance but Ekadashi fast is considered very special which falls twice every month. This date is dedicated to Lord Vishnu. On this day devotees worship Lord Vishnu duly and also keep etc. It is believed that fasting and worshiping on the day of Ekadashi brings auspicious results and troubles go away.
Sesame seeds have special significance on this day. According to tradition, on this day it is considered best to do tarpan with sesame seeds, havan with sesame seeds, donation of sesame seeds, rubbing with sesame seeds, bathing with sesame seeds and consuming things made from sesame seeds. This year the fast of Shattila Ekadashi is being observed on 25th January i.e. today.
It is considered best to perform puja on this day but there are some things which should not be eaten even by mistake otherwise Lord Vishnu may get angry, so today we are telling you about them.
Do not consume these on Ekadashi-
According to religious beliefs, if someone is fasting on the day of Shattila Ekadashi, then on this day, even by mistake, do not consume food with vengeful nature, rather stay away from them. On this day, garlic, onion, strong spices, grease, meat, liquor and intoxicants should be completely avoided. It is believed that these things not only make the fast ineffective but also make one liable to punishment. Along with this, one should also avoid consuming food on the day of Shattila Ekadashi.
