Brahma said, “Narada, listen—I will answer your question for the benefit of all worlds. The Ekadashi that falls in the Krishna Paksha of Shravan is called ‘Kamika.’ Merely remembering it grants the merits of performing the Vajapeya Yagna. On this day, one should worship the Lord by the names Sridhar, Hari, Vishnu, Madhava, and Madhusudan. The benefits of worshiping Lord Krishna on Kamika Ekadashi surpass those attained by bathing in the Ganges, visiting Kashi, Naimisharanya, or Pushkar. Worshiping Lord Krishna during the time when Jupiter is in Leo and during Vyatipat and Dandayoga grants the same benefits as bathing in the Godavari. Donating the entire Earth, including oceans and forests, or observing the Kamika Ekadashi fast are considered equally meritorious. The merit gained from donating a cow with all its accessories is also achieved by observing Kamika Ekadashi. Worshiping Lord Sridhar in the month of Shravan is equivalent to worshiping all deities, including Gandharvas and Nagas. Therefore, those fearful of sins should meticulously observe the Kamika Ekadashi and worship Lord Hari on this day. Kamika Ekadashi is the best means to liberate those drowning in the ocean of worldly sins. The benefits gained from studying spiritual knowledge are far surpassed by those of observing Kamika Ekadashi. Those who observe this fast and keep vigil at night will neither encounter the fearsome Yamaraja nor suffer degradation.”