Ekadashi in February 2026 — including the correct dates, tithi/muhurat and parana (when to break the fast)

Balasahana Suresh
📅 1. Vijaya Ekadashi – 13 February 2026 (Friday)

📜 Tithi & Timing

  • Ekadashi Tithi Begins: 12:22 PM on 12 Feb 2026
  • Tithi Ends: 02:25 PM on 13 Feb 2026
    (These are approximate timings; check your local panchang for exact timings based on your city.)
⏱️ Shubh Muhurat (Parana Window)

  • Parana (Breaking Fast): 07:00 AM to 09:14 AM on 14 Feb 2026
    (Break the fast during this period on the next day.)
🪔 Significance

Vijaya Ekadashi is observed in Krishna Paksha (waning moon phase) of the Phalguna month. Fasting on this day is believed to help devotees overcome obstacles, attain success and spiritual victory (from Vijaya = victory).

📅 2. Amalaki Ekadashi – 27 February 2026 (Friday)

📜 Tithi & Timing

  • Ekadashi Tithi Begins: 12:33 AM on 27 Feb 2026
  • Tithi Ends: 10:32 PM on 27 Feb 2026
    (The Ekadashi tithi falls entirely on one calendar day.)
⏱️ Shubh Muhurat (Parana Window)

  • Parana (Breaking Fast): 06:47 AM to 09:06 AM on 28 Feb 2026
    (Break the fast during this auspicious window on the following day.)
🪔 Significance

Amalaki Ekadashi falls in Shukla Paksha (waxing moon). This fast honors Lord vishnu and the sacred Amalaki (Amla) tree — a symbol of health and prosperity. Devotees fast, pray and perform vishnu worship for blessings, good health and spiritual elevation.

🪷 3. General Ekadashi Fasting Rules (Fasting, Parana & Rituals)

🧘‍♂️ Fasting Guidelines

  • Fast from sunrise of Ekadashi date until the next morning after parana.
  • Many observe nirjala (water‑only) or complete fast; others take fruits and milk depending on capability and tradition.
  • Avoid grains, beans and cereals on Ekadashi and focus on prayer, meditation and purity practices.
🕯️ Breaking the Fast (Parana)

  • Break your Ekadashi fast only after sunrise on Dwadashi (the next day) and within the parana window given above.
  • Offer food to Lord Vishnu, Tulsi plant or Brahmins (if tradition followed) before taking your meal.
🛕 Worship & Rituals

  • Chant Vishnu Sahasranama, sing devotional songs, light diya (lamp), and meditate on Lord Vishnu’s form.
  • Visit temples or perform home puja with Tulsi leaves, flowers and incense.
  • Charity (daan) of food or clothes on these days is considered highly meritorious.
🗓️ Quick Reference Table

Ekadashi Name

Date (2026)

Tithi Duration

Parana Window (Next Day)

Vijaya Ekadashi

13 Feb 2026 (Fri)

12:22 PM 12 Feb – 02:25 PM 13 Feb

07:00 – 09:14 AM 14 Feb

Amalaki Ekadashi

27 Feb 2026 (Fri)

12:33 AM – 10:32 PM 27 Feb

06:47 – 09:06 AM 28 Feb

🙏 Spiritual Significance of Ekadashi

Ekadashi is the 11th lunar day (tithi) occurring twice each lunar month — during Krishna Paksha and Shukla Paksha. Fasting on Ekadashi is believed to strengthen devotion to Lord Vishnu, cleanse the mind and body, help destroy past sins, and bring peace and spiritual upliftment. Devotees also observe silence or maun vrat and read sacred scriptures on this day.

 

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