On Ashadhi Ekadashi, a farmer from Pune, India, amazed spectators by artistically crafting an impressive image of Lord Vithal using paddy fields on his farm. Spanning an expansive 120 feet, the remarkable creation was captured in a video shared by All India Radio News on their Instagram account. The footage swiftly gained widespread attention, leaving viewers awestruck and prompting admiration for the farmer’s ingenuity and dedication.
“All India Radio News captioned the post, ‘A farmer who is also an engineer creates a 120-foot image of Lord Vithal on his farm using paddy plantations in Mulshi village, Pune,’” wrote AIR. The video showcases a serene landscape of lush green fields, adorned with the majestic image of Lord Vithal, while onlookers gather around in appreciation of the tranquil and scenic setting.
Shared on July 17, the video has garnered nearly 58,000 views and continues to attract attention, accumulating over 3,900 likes.
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Ashadhi Ekadashi, also known as Devshayani Ekadashi, marks an important event for Hindu worshipers of Lord Vishnu. It is believed that on this day, Lord Vishnu enters Yog Nidra, or a cosmic slumber, awakening again on Prabodhini Ekadashi, four months later. This period is considered inauspicious for starting new ventures or endeavors.
According to Yoga Pedia, “Vitthal is the name of a Hindu god considered to be a manifestation of Vishnu or Krishna, his avatar. Vitthal is generally depicted as a dark young boy who stands with his arms outstretched on a brick and is sometimes accompanied by a consort, Rakhumai.”
