Rama Ekadasi

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

Maharaj Yudhisthira said O Janardhan! what is the name of the Ekadashi that occures during the wanning moon in the month of October/November. Please explain this to me.

Lord Krishna replied, O Lion among Kings! The name of this Ekadashi is Rama Ekadashi and it vanquishes all ones sinful reactions. Now please hear about the glories of this sacred Ekadashi.

Long Long ago there was a famous King named Muchukunda. He was a good friend of Indra the King of Heaven. He also had friendship with the personalities like Yamaraj, Varuna, Kubera and Vibhisana. This King was very truthful and always attached to the devotional service of Lord Vishnu. He ruled his Kingdom with proper code of conduct.

In due course of time King Muchukunda begot a daughter. According to…