Ekadashi 10 of 24
Kamada Ekadashi
कामदा एकादशी
Paksha
Shukla
Masa
Chaitra
Window
April
Deity
Vishnu
Origin & story
Varaha Purana.
A Gandharva couple were cursed by Brahma — the husband became a man-eating monster. The wife observed Kamada Ekadashi praying for his release. Vishnu fulfilled her desire (kama) — the curse was lifted. "Kama-da" = "giver of desires".
Worship mantra
ॐ नमो भगवते वासुदेवाय
Om Namo Bhagavate Vasudevaya
Fasting rule
Phalahara fast.
Foods permitted
- ✓ Milk
- ✓ Fruits
Foods forbidden
- ✗ Grains
- ✗ Lentils
- ✗ Onion / garlic
Benefits
- ◈Fulfilment of any heartfelt desire
- ◈Removal of marital discord
- ◈Liberation of cursed family members
Who should observe
Couples in distressAnyone with a specific dharmic wishDevotees seeking boon
Special note
First Ekadashi of the new lunar year — often used for setting year-long sankalpas.
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