Ekadashi Mata Ki Aarti
Ekadashi Aarti is a sacred devotional hymn sung in praise of Ekadashi Mata, the divine personification associated with the Ekadashi tithi (the 11th lunar day) in Hinduism. This Aarti is an integral part of the rituals performed during the Ekadashi fast, a significant observance dedicated to Lord Vishnu and Goddess Lakshmi. The Aarti is chanted to invoke divine blessings, seek spiritual purification, and express gratitude for the strength and liberation attained through fasting and devotion.
Ekadashi Mata Ki Aarti
Om Jai Ekadashi, Jai Ekadashi,Jai Ekadashi Mata।
Vishnu Puja Vrat Ko Dharan Kar,Shakti Mukti Pata॥
Om Jai Ekadashi…॥
Tere Naam Ginau Devi,Bhakti Pradan Karni।
Gan Gaurav Ki Deni Mata,Shashtro Mein Varni॥
Om Jai Ekadashi…॥
Margashirsha Ke Krishnapaksha KiUtapanna Vishvatarini Janmi।
Shukla Paksha Mein Hui Mokshada,Muktidata Ban Aayi॥
Om Jai Ekadashi…॥
Paush Ke Krishnapaksha KiSaphala Naamak Hai।
Shuklapaksha Mein Hoye Putrada,Anand Adhik Rahe॥
Om Jai Ekadashi…॥
Naam Shattila Magh Maas Mein,Krishnapaksha Aave।
Shuklapaksha Mein Jaya Kahave,Vijay Sada Pave॥
Om Jai Ekadashi…॥
Vijaya Phalguna Krishnapaksha MeinShukla Amalaki।
Papmochani Krishna Paksha MeinChaitra Mahabali Ki॥
Om Jai Ekadashi…॥
Chaitra Shukla Mein Naam Kamada,Dhan Dene Wali।
Naam Varuthini Krishna Paksha Mein,Vaishakha Maah Wali॥
Om Jai Ekadashi…॥
Shukla Paksha Mein HoyeMohini Apara Jyeshtha Krishnapakshi।
Naam Nirjala Sab Sukha Karni,Shuklapaksha Rakhi॥
Om Jai Ekadashi…॥
Yogini Naam Ashadha Mein Jano,Krishnapaksha Karni।
Devshayani Naam Kahayo,Shuklapaksha Dharani॥
Om Jai Ekadashi…॥
Kamika Shravan Maas Mein Aave,Krishnapaksha Kahiye।
Sharvan Shukla HoyePavitra Anand Se Rahiye॥
Om Jai Ekadashi…॥
Aja Bhadrapada Krishnapaksha Ki,Parivartini Shukla।
Indra Aashwin Krishnapaksha Mein,Vrat Se Bhavsagar Nikla॥
Om Jai Ekadashi…॥
Papankusha Hai Shukla Paksha Mein,Aap Haranahari।
Rama Maas Kartik Mein Aave,Sukhdayak Bhari॥
Om Jai Ekadashi…॥
Devotthani Shukla Paksha Ki,Dukhnashak Maiya।
Paavan Maas Mein Karu VinitiPaar Karo Naiya॥
Om Jai Ekadashi…॥
Parama Krishna Paksha Mein Hoti,Jana Mangal Karni।
Shukla Maas Mein hoye Padmini,Dukh Daridra Harni॥
Om Jai Ekadashi…॥
Jo Koi Aarti Ekadashi Ki,Bhakti Sahita Gaave।
Jan Gurdita Swarga Ka Vasa,Nishchay Vah Paave॥
Om Jai Ekadashi…॥
What is Ekadashi Aarti?
Ekadashi Aarti is a devotional song or prayer recited during the Ekadashi fast, which occurs twice a month—once in the Shukla Paksha (waxing phase of the moon) and once in the Krishna Paksha (waning phase of the moon). The Aarti is dedicated to Ekadashi Mata, considered the divine energy or Yoga Maya of Lord Vishnu, who manifested to protect devotees and grant spiritual liberation. The hymn glorifies the 24 (or 26 in a leap year) Ekadashis observed annually, each with its unique name and significance, and seeks blessings for strength, prosperity, and salvation.
The most famous Ekadashi Aarti is “Om Jai Ekadashi Mata”, which is widely recited across India and by Hindu communities worldwide. It is sung in temples, homes, and during communal worship, particularly after the Ekadashi puja (worship) and vrat katha (fasting story) recitation.
Spiritual and Scientific Benefits
- Spiritual Benefits:
- Moksha (Salvation): The Aarti’s final verse promises a place in Vaikuntha (Vishnu’s heavenly abode) for those who sing it with devotion.
- Karma Cleansing: Each Ekadashi is associated with specific blessings, such as sin removal (Papmochani Ekadashi) or wealth (Kamada Ekadashi).
- Divine Grace: The Aarti strengthens the devotee’s connection to Lord Vishnu and Goddess Lakshmi, ensuring protection and fulfillment of desires.
- Scientific Benefits:
- Detoxification: Fasting on Ekadashi, combined with the calming effect of chanting the Aarti, helps detoxify the body and mind.
- Mental Clarity: The lunar cycle’s influence on mental frequencies is balanced by fasting and devotional singing, promoting emotional stability.
- Energy Conservation: Abstaining from heavy foods preserves energy, which is redirected toward spiritual practices like Aarti recitation.
