Kamika Ekadashi is dedicated to Lord Vishnu. On this day, Goddess Lakshmi is worshipped with rituals along with Lord Vishnu, the savior of the world. Along with this, special measures are also taken on Ekadashi Tithi. By taking these measures, all wishes are fulfilled, happiness, peace and prosperity come to the house.
Kamika ekadashi meaning
In Hinduism, Ekadashi fasting holds significant spiritual importance.
Typically, there are 24 Ekadashi days throughout the year. However, when an extra month (Adhik maas or Mal maas) occurs, the total number of Ekadashi days increases to 26.
Krishna Ekadashi in the month of Shravan is known as Kamika Ekadashi.
The term "Kamika" signifies a deep-seated longing or a cherished aspiration.
Ekadashi, bearing this name, is believed to be a potent means of appeasing the divine, allowing one's heartfelt desires and dreams to be heard and fulfilled by the Almighty.
श्रावण मास की कृष्ण एकादशी को कामिका एकादशी के नाम से जाना जाता है।
"कामिका" शब्द का अर्थ है गहरी इच्छा या पोषित आकांक्षा।
इस नाम वाली एकादशी को ईश्वर को प्रसन्न करने का एक शक्तिशाली साधन माना जाता है, जिससे व्यक्ति की हार्दिक इच्छाएँ और सपने भगवान द्वारा सुने और पूरे किए जाते हैं।
Merely listening to its significance is believed to grant the spiritual benefits equivalent to performing the grand Vajpayee Yagna ritual.
Kamika ekadashi significance
The Kamika Ekadashi fast is considered as powerful and rewarding as performing the Ashwamedha Yagya, one of Hinduism's most significant rituals.
Offering Tulsi leaves on this day holds special significance. Legends state that worshipping Lord Vishnu and offering Tulsi leaves or a Tulsi garland can absolve one of all types of Pitru Dosha (ancestral faults).
Kamika ekadashi story
An old tale underscores the importance of Kamika Ekadashi.
A landlord once accidentally killed a Brahmin during a conflict and was filled with remorse. Although he wished to participate in the Brahmin's last rites, the villagers denied his request.
Seeking forgiveness, the landlord consulted a sage, who advised him to fast and worship Lord Vishnu on Kamika Ekadashi. That night, Lord Vishnu appeared in the landlord's dream and absolved him of his sins.
Kamika Ekadashi Mantra (कामिका एकादशी मंत्र)
Following mantra can be chanted on Kamika Ekadashi.
Om namo bhagavate vasudevaya mantra - ॐ नमो भगवते वासुदेवाय मंत्र
ॐ नमो भगवते वासुदेवाय ॥
Om namo bhagavate vasudevaya॥
Om namo narayana mantra - ओम नमो नारायण मंत्र
ॐ नमो नारायणाय॥
Om Namo Narayana॥
Mangalam bhagwan vishnu Mantra - मङ्गलम् भगवान विष्णुः मंत्र
मङ्गलम् भगवान विष्णुः, मङ्गलम् गरुणध्वजः,
मङ्गलम् पुण्डरी काक्षः, मङ्गलाय तनो हरिःmangalam bhagwan vishnuh, mangalam garuda dhwajah,
mangalam pundarikakshah, manglay tano harih.
Shantakaram bhujagashayanam mantra - शान्ताकारम् भुजगशयनम् मंत्र
शान्ताकारम् भुजगशयनम् पद्मनाभम् सुरेशम्
विश्वाधारम् गगनसदृशम् मेघवर्णम् शुभाङ्गम्,
लक्ष्मीकान्तम् कमलनयनम् योगिभिर्ध्यानगम्यम्
वन्दे विष्णुम् भवभयहरम् सर्वलोकैकनाथम्,Shantakaram bhujagashayanam, padmanaabham suresham
vishvaadhaaram gaganasadrsham, meghavarnam shubhaangam,
lakshmeekaantam kamalanayanam yogibhirdhyaanagamyam
Vande vishnum bhavabhayaharam sarvalokaikanaatham,
Jeevashchaangir Mantra - जीवश्चाङ्गिर मंत्र
जीवश्चाङ्गिर-गोत्रतोत्तरमुखो दीर्घोत्तरा संस्थित:
पीतोश्वत्थ-समिद्ध-सिन्धुजनिश्चापो थ मीनाधिप:
सूर्येन्दु-क्षितिज-प्रियो बुध-सितौ शत्रूसमाश्चापरे
सप्ताङ्कद्विभव: शुभ: सुरुगुरु: कुर्यात् सदा मङ्गलम्jeevashchaangir-gotratattamukho deerghakto sansthith
peetoshvatth-samiddh-sindhujanishchaapo ta meenaadhiph
sooryendu-kshitij-priyo budh-sitau shatrusamaashchaapre
saptankadvibhavh shubh suruguruh kuryaat sada mangalam.
Dantabhaye Chakra Mantra - दन्ताभये चक्र मंत्र
दन्ताभये चक्र दरो दधानं, कराग्रगस्वर्णघटं त्रिनेत्रम्
धृताब्जया लिंगितमब्धिपुत्रया लक्ष्मी गणेशं कनकाभमीडेDantabhaye chakra daaro dadhaanan, karaagrasvarnaghatan trinetram
Dhrtaabjaya lingitamabdhiputraay Lakshmee Ganeshan kanakabhamidede
Om bhoorida bhoori Mantra - ॐ भूरिदा भूरि मंत्र
ॐ भूरिदा भूरि देहिनो, मा दभ्रं भूर्या भर, भूरि घेदिन्द्र दित्ससि
ॐ भूरिदा त्यसि श्रुत: पुरूत्रा शूर वृत्रहन्, आ नो भजस्व राधसिOm bhoorida bhoori dehino, ma dabhran bhoorya bhaar, bhoori gedindr ditsasi
Om bhoorida tisi shrut: purutra shoor vrtrahan, aa no bhajasv raadhasi
Tulsi Shreemahaalakshmee Mantra - तुलसी श्रीर्महालक्ष्मी मंत्र
तुलसी श्रीर्महालक्ष्मी र्विद्याविद्या यशस्विनी,
धर्म्या धर्मानना देवी देवीदेवमन: प्रिया
लभते सुतरां भक्तिमन्ते विष्णुपदं लभेत्,
तुलसी भूर्महालक्ष्मी: पद्मिनी श्रीर्हरप्रियाTulsi shreemahaalakshmee rvidya yashasvinee,
Dharmya dharmaanaana devee deveedevaman: priya
Labhate sutaran bhaktimante vishnupadan labhet,
Tulsi bhoormahaalakshmee: padminee shreeharapriya
Also read - Vishnu ji ki Aarti
Kamika Ekadashi importance
According to legend, the importance of Kamika Ekadashi was narrated by Lord Brahma to his son, Sage Narada.
This day is believed to have the power to absolve even the gravest sins, including the sin of killing a Brahmin.
Lord Krishna also shared this story with Yudhishthir, the king of the Pandavas, emphasizing that observing the Ekadashi fast or listening to the Kamika Ekadashi story can lead to salvation.
Kamika Ekadashi Rituals and Observances
Devotees follow several rituals on Kamika Ekadashi to ensure their prayers and fasts are properly observed:
- Morning Rituals: Wake up early for a holy bath.
- Puja Setup: Place an idol of Lord Vishnu on a wooden plank.
- Ceremonial Bath: Give the idol a ceremonial bath.
- Lighting the Lamp: Light a diya with desi ghee.
- Offerings: Offer Tulsi leaves, light incense sticks, and present garlands or flowers.
- Chanting Mantras: Recite mantras dedicated to Lord Vishnu.
- Recitation and Evening Prayers: Read the Kamika Ekadashi story and offer prayers to Lord Vishnu in the evening.
