Introduction: Ekadashi is considered the “King of all Fasts.” While there are 24 Ekadashis in a year, the Utpanna Ekadashi is significant because it marks the birth (Utpatti) of the Goddess Ekadashi herself. It usually falls in November or December.

The Story (Vrat Katha) In the Satya Yuga, there was a terrifying demon named Mura. He defeated Lord Indra and all the Devas, taking over the heavens. The helpless Devas went to Lord Vishnu for help.

Lord Vishnu fought Mura and his army for a thousand years. While Mura was powerful, Vishnu decided to change his strategy. He went to a cave in the Himalayas named Badrikashram to rest and sleep.

Mura chased him and found Vishnu sleeping in the cave. Thinking this was his chance, Mura raised his weapon to kill the sleeping Lord.

Suddenly, a beautiful and powerful energy manifested from Lord Vishnu’s body in the form of a Goddess. She challenged Mura and fought him with great valor. Her roar alone shattered the demon, and she killed him instantly.

When Lord Vishnu woke up, he was surprised to see the demon dead. The Goddess bowed to him and explained what happened. Pleased, Lord Vishnu named her Ekadashi (as she was born on the 11th day). He blessed her, saying, “Anyone who worships you and fasts on this day will be cleansed of all sins and attain Moksha (salvation).”