Why is Suthani eaten during Devuthani Ekadashi fast?

Devuthani Ekadashi fast is on Tuesday 12th November 2024. It has the most importance among all Ekadashis. Because on this day Shri Hari wakes up from Yoga Nidra after four months and auspicious works begin.

There are many rules for Ekadashi fast. During the fast, consumption of some things is prohibited while eating some things is considered good. One of these is Suthni, which is also called Laser Yam in English. It is a type of tuber which is very similar to sweet potato.

People consume Suthani during Ekadashi fast. Not only from today but for years, Suthni has been consumed during fasts. Let us know why Suthni is eaten during the fast.

Special care is taken regarding diet during Ekadashi fast. At this time, one should not consume heavy food at all, because Ekadashi is a fast of penance, restraint and meditation.

Suthni is light and easily digestible. Therefore it is considered compatible with fasting and also provides energy to the body. This is the reason why Suthni is consumed. During fasting, you can boil it or eat it as is.

Another religious significance regarding eating Suthni during the fast is that during the fast only completely pure and satvik food should be taken. Consumption of Suthani does not increase the Tamasic quality in the body and hence it is considered suitable for fasting. Suthani has been considered the ideal diet to make Ekadashi fast successful.