Jaya Ekadashi 2026 falls on Thursday, January 29, 2026, during Shukla Paksha of Magha month. Believed to liberate even ghostly spirits and grant victory (jaya) over all negative forces. Equivalent in merit to a thousand Ashvamedha Yagnas. Ekadashi is the 11th lunar day dedicated to Lord Vishnu — fasting on this day purifies the body and soul.
Fasting / Vrat
Jaya Ekadashi
जया एकादशी
Thursday, January 29, 2026Magha Masa
Significance
Observing Jaya Ekadashi is one of the 24 sacred Ekadashi vrats prescribed in Hindu scriptures. Each Ekadashi carries unique spiritual benefits. Devotees fast from grains and beans, worship Lord Vishnu, and break the fast on the following Dwadashi tithi.
Rituals & Traditions
- Observing fast from sunrise to next day sunrise (nirjala or phalahar)
- Worshipping Lord Vishnu with tulsi leaves, flowers, and incense
- Reciting Vishnu Sahasranama and Ekadashi Vrat Katha
- Staying awake through the night (jagaran) with bhajans and meditation
- Breaking the fast during Dwadashi tithi the next morning
Panchang Details
Tithi
Shukla Ekadashi
Masa
Magha
Paksha
Shukla
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