Ekadashi 2047 · Krishna paksha · Phalguna
Papmochani Ekadashi 2047
Friday, 22 March 2047
Tithi begins: Thu 21 Mar, 9:17 AM IST
Tithi ends: Fri 22 Mar, 10:09 AM IST
Parana (break the fast): Sat 23 Mar, 6:22 AM to 11:27 AM IST
About Papmochani Ekadashi
Papmochani means "remover of sins". It is the last Ekadashi before the Hindu new year, so many treat it as a moment to let go of the past year's mistakes and begin afresh with a clean slate.
How it is observed
- Grains (rice, wheat, pulses) and beans are traditionally avoided; fruit, milk, nuts, sabudana and kuttu are common.
- Many avoid onion, garlic, meat and alcohol, and keep the day for prayer, japa and reading scripture.
- The fast is broken the next morning (Parana) within the Parana window, after sunrise and before Dwadashi ends.
- If you cannot fast fully, a simple fruit-and-milk day or a sincere partial fast is widely accepted. Elders, children, the unwell and pregnant women are traditionally excused from strict fasting.
Traditional observance and faith, not a guarantee or advice. Follow your own family or temple custom where it differs.
More Ekadashi dates
Computed from NASA JPL DE421 Sun and Moon positions, Delhi sunrise. Other cities can differ by a day; confirm with your local temple or priest.
Frequently asked questions
When is Papmochani Ekadashi in 2047?
Papmochani Ekadashi 2047 falls on Friday, 22 March 2047. The Ekadashi tithi begins Thu 21 Mar, 9:17 AM IST and ends Fri 22 Mar, 10:09 AM IST.
What is the Parana time for Papmochani Ekadashi 2047?
Break the fast on Saturday, 23 March between 6:22 AM and 11:27 AM IST, after sunrise and before Dwadashi ends.
What is Papmochani Ekadashi?
Papmochani means "remover of sins". It is the last Ekadashi before the Hindu new year, so many treat it as a moment to let go of the past year's mistakes and begin afresh with a clean slate.
Which month and paksha is Papmochani Ekadashi?
It falls in the Krishna paksha of Phalguna (Krishna paksha, before Chaitra Navratri).
What are the rules of the Ekadashi fast?
Grains (rice, wheat, pulses) and beans are traditionally avoided; fruit, milk, nuts, sabudana and kuttu are common. Many avoid onion, garlic, meat and alcohol, and keep the day for prayer, japa and reading scripture.
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