Om Sai Ram
Tithi in Hindu Calendar on July 11, 2011 – Today is Shukla Paksha Ekadasi –
eleventh day of the waxing phase of moon in Hindu calendar and Panchang in all places. It is Shukla Paksha Ekadasi till 4:36 PM on July 11. After 4:36 PM it is Dwadasi Tithi. All time based on India Standard Time.
Nakshatra – Vishakha or Vishakam Nakshatra till 11:28 AM. Afterwards it is Anuradha or Anusham or Anizham Nakshatram.
Rashi or Moon Sign – Tula
Festivals, Vrat and Auspicious days – Devshayani Ekadasi Fasting, Ashadi Ekadasi, Pandarpur Yatra, Chaturmasa Vrat begins.
Devasayani Ekadasi, also known as Sayana Ekadashi, occurs during the shukla paksha (waxing phase of moon) of Ashada month (June – July). In 2011, the date of Devasayani Ekadasi is July 11. Devashayani Ekadasi is also known as Hari Sayan Ekadasi as it is believed that Lord Vishnu goes to sleep after this Ekadasi as it is the night of devas with the beginning of Dakshinayana. Ekadasi Fasting is dedicated to Lord Vishnu and falls on the 11th day of a lunar fortnight in traditional Hindu Calendar.
Devasayani Ekadashi is popularly known as Ashadi Ekadasi in Maharashtra and it marks the end of the Pandarpur Yatra. The Chaturmas (four Hindu holy months) and the Chaturmasa Vrat also begins in some regions on Sayana Ekadasi.
Thousands of devotees also take a holy dip in The importance of Sayana Ekadasi was explained to Sage Narada by Lord Brahma. Lord Krishna narrated about the greatness of it to Yudhisthira, the eldest of the Pandavas. The glory of Devasayani is mentioned in the Bhavisyottara Purana.
It is believed that those who observe this Ekadashi is blessed with peace and happiness. Even hearing about it is considered highly auspicious. Interestingly, Devasayani Ekadashi is observed as a mark of pure devotion and there is not desire or fulfillment of material gains.
Those who fast on the day do not eat rice or food prepared using rice. All the normal rituals associated with Ekadasi fasting is followed. Devout devotees of Vishnu start the preparation of Chaturmas Vrata from this day.
Deva Sayani Ekadasi Vrat Katha – Dev Sayani Ekadashi Story
Devasayani Ekadashi Vrat Katha, or the story associated with Deva Sayni, was first narrated by Lord Brahma to Narada. The story was later told to Yudhishtira by Lord Krishna and is found in the Bhavisyottara Purana.
Legend has it that once there lived a pious King named Mandata and he ruled over a highly prosperous kingdom.
But the prosperity of the kingdom was once affected by lack of rain for three years. There was widespread famine the kingdom. No farming activity was taking place in the kingdom.
There is a popular belief that a kingdom suffers due to the sinful activity of the King. But King Mandata was not able to find what fault he had committed to invite the wrath of Narayana, who is believed to produce the rains.
The king decided to go on a journey and he met several holy men and discussed the problem but none of them offered any solutions. Finally, King Mandata met Sage Angira who suggested that the King should not worry about the reason for no rain but should try to find a solution to bring back the rains.
Sage Angira advised King Mandata to observe the Deva Sayani Ekadasi which falls during the Shukla Paksha of Ashada month. It has the power to the remove the sinful reactions.
King Mandata went back to the palace and he along with his family members and courtiers observed the Deva Sayani Ekadasi and soon the rains arrived. This also helped in regaining the lost glory of the Kingdom.
C.B. Satpathy: BABA May I Answer
At times our faith in Baba gets shaken up with the blow of a wind. How do we stop it and do
not let it happen to us?
For these who want to come closer to Baba the only way is to keep unshakable faith in Him under all
circumstances good, bad or neutral. But some people come to the Sadguru only with the desire of worldly gains or exhibit their devotion with such expectations hidden in their hearts. Sometimes, when their desires are not fulfilled or when they have to suffer the consequences of their own Prarabdha (past actions), they start blaming the Master and tend to lose faith. During the period of any Avtaar or Sadguru every wish of every man has never been fulfilled. Sadguru, never fulfills those desires, which would become barrier in the spiritual progress of the devotees. His hand can be seen behind both, the fulfillment and non fulfillment of the desires of the devotees.Therefore, one who can experience Baba both, in pleasure and pain, is the true devotee. The pleasure seekers are
bound to deviate from the path as they don’t seek the love of the Master but the material benefits; they wish to get from Him.
There is no Set Time to Offer Prayers
Nothing will happen without the Divine Will. Everyone should inculcate the spirit of devotion to God. But, some people think that devotion does mean worship, offerings and chants that are time consuming. Yet, devotion is practicable in several ways. God, in whatever form or method is worshipped, concentration is very essential. Baba used to say that, patience coupled with sincere devotion in the heart are divinely great. If we constantly sing Baba's Name in thought and word, He would support us in every work. Indeed, we can chant Baba's name even while engaged in any work. He will not only shoulder our responsibility but also cares for our families.
If a house-wife gets her thoughts immersed in Baba even while cooking, Baba will not only look after her, but even her family members, who are engaged in work elsewhere, will be saved from unforeseen troubles. Our duty is to make our minds float in the thoughts of Baba and get engrossed in work. When we remember that it is Baba who has been helping us in fulfilling every desire and ensuring success, we get His help in our daily work and we can easily overcome any difficult situation. Let us pray to Baba to provide us with the strength to constantly meditate on Him with sincerity. Let us always express our whole-hearted thanks to the Omnipotent Baba for protecting our family.
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