Annada Ekadasi

The glories of Annada Ekadashi is described in the Brahmavaivartha purana in the conversation between Lord Krishna and Maharaj Yudhisthira.

Maharaj Yudhisthira said O Krishna! What is the name of the Ekadashi which occures during the wanning moon in the month of August/September. Please be kind to me and explain this.

Lord Krishna replied O King! Hear me with full attention. The name of this auspicious Ekadashi which removes all ones sins is Annada Ekadashi. One who observes the vow of this Ekadashi and worships lord Hrishikesha, the master of the sences becomes freed from the reactions of his sinful activities.

In an ancient time there was a famous emperer named Harischandra . He was very truthful and honest. Due to some unknown deeds and inorder to protect the validity of his promice he lost his great kingdom. He even had to sell himslef wife and son. O King !…