Parivartini Ekadashi, observed on the 11th day of the bright fortnight of Bhadrapada month, is a highly auspicious day dedicated to Lord Vishnu. Fasting on this day is believed to grant liberation from sins and bestow prosperity. Devotees worship Vishnu’s Vamana avatar, perform Panchamrit abhishek, and follow specific rituals.
Ekadashi is dedicated to the worship of Vishnu and Lakshmi. In Hinduism, Ekadashi holds special significance, occurring twice a month during Shukla and Krishna Paksha. On September 3, the Ekadashi tithi, known as Parivartini Ekadashi, is observed. On this day, during Yoga Nidra, Lord Vishnu changes sides, which is why it is called Parivartini Ekadashi, also known as Padma Ekadashi or Jalzhulni Ekadashi.
According to the Vedic calendar, the Ekadashi tithi of Bhadrapada Shukla Paksha begins at 4:54 AM on September 3 and ends at 4:22 AM on September 4. Thus, the Parivartini Ekadashi fast is observed on September 3.On this day, devotees worship Vishnu’s Vamana form. Observing this fast is believed to enhance happiness and fortune. It is said that Mother Yashoda washed Lord Krishna’s clothes at a water body on this day, hence the name Jalzhulni Ekadashi.
Religious texts state that fasting on Parivartini Ekadashi liberates one from past sins.Rituals include performing abhishek of Vishnu’s idol with Panchamrit (milk, curd, ghee, sugar, honey) and Ganga water, offering kumkum and akshata, listening to or reading the Vamana story, and performing aarti. Chant Vishnu’s Panchakshara mantra, “Om Namo Bhagavate Vasudevaya,” with a Tulsi mala as much as possible. In the evening, organize bhajan-kirtan programs in a Vishnu temple or in front of His idol.