Yogini Ekadashi Fast
(June 14, 2023)

Ekadashi of Ashada Krishna Paksha is known as Yogini Ekadashi. This month it is falling on 14th. The fasting should make a resolution of Ekadashi fast in the morning. After that Pundarikaksha (Vishnu) should be worshipped. After that one should consume his Charanamrit. Jagran should be done at night. People who have skin diseases, they should rub Lord Vishnu's Charanamrit on their body. By doing this one gets relief from skin diseases.
Fasting Story
It is a matter of ancient times, the wealthy Kuber became very angry with Hemmali and he cursed him saying that 'you become a victim of leprosy'. Hemmali became leprosy due to Kuber's curse. His plight started happening. Even after trying, he was not getting rid of this disease. A lot of time passed like this. Once Hemmali asked Markandeya Muni the solution to get rid of this cursed disease, then Markandeya Muni said, 'You fast on Yogini Ekadashi, your disease will end by fasting on this Ekadashi.' Hemmali, according to Markandeya Muni's advice, Fasted on Yogini Ekadashi as per the rules. With the effect of this fast, he became completely disease free and got freedom from the curse of Kubera. Kubera also forgave Hemmali and put her back in his service.