The fast of Saphala Ekadashi is considered very auspicious, falling during the Krishna Paksha (dark fortnight) of the month of Paush. This year, it will be celebrated on December 15th. On this day, Lord Vishnu is worshipped. According to religious texts, worshipping Lord Shiva and offering water to the Shivalinga on this day holds great significance. It is believed that on Ekadashi, worshiping Lord Vishnu, along with his deity, Lord Shiva, also holds great significance. In this article, let's learn what offerings to the Shivalinga are considered auspicious to receive Shiva's blessings.

Offer These 5 Special Items to the Shivalinga

Bel Leaves
Bel leaves are Lord Shiva's favorite. Therefore, offer 11 or 21 Bilva leaves to the Shivalinga on Ekadashi. Doing so will appease Lord Shiva quickly and eliminate poverty from the home. While offering Bilva leaves, chant the mantra "Om Namah Shivaya."

Sugarcane or Sugarcane Juice
Sugarcane or sugarcane juice symbolizes sweetness, happiness, and success in life. It is said that anointing the Shivalinga with sugarcane juice on Saphala Ekadashi brings great success in one's work. Slowly pour the sugarcane juice onto the Shivalinga and pray for success in your mind.

White Sandalwood
Applying white sandalwood paste to the Shivalinga calms the mind and removes anger. It also maintains peace and happiness in the home.

In this context, be sure to apply sandalwood paste to the Shivalinga.

Black Sesame Seeds
Saphala Ekadashi falls during the Krishna Paksha (dark fortnight) of the month of Paush. Therefore, donate sesame seeds on this day. Donating black sesame seeds and offering them to the Shivalinga pacifies the malefic effects of Saturn. Mix black sesame seeds with water and anoint the Shivalinga with the water, or offer the sesame seeds directly to the Shivalinga.

Akshat
Unbroken rice grains symbolize prosperity and completeness. Offer a handful of Akshat to the Shivalinga. Doing so ensures that there is never a shortage of food in life.

Shri Hari Puja Mantra
Shri Krishna Govind Hare Murare. O Nath Narayan Vasudevaya.
Om Vishnuve Cha Vidmahe Vasudevaya Dhimahi Tanno Vishnu: Prachodayat
Mangalam Lord Vishnu, Mangalam Garuddhwaj. Mangalam Pundari Kaksha, Mangalay Tano Hari.

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