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Why no marriages in Chaturmas: Ekadashi of Shukla Paksha of Ashadha month is called Devshayan Ekadashi, which is considered a very holy day of the year. On this day Lord Shri Hari Vishnu enters Yoganidra on the bed of Sheshnag in Kshirsagar, due to which the rest period of the gods begins. It is also called Devshayan or Harishayani Ekadashi. Chaturmas begins from this day, which lasts for four months. During this period, there is a ban on auspicious activities like marriage, housewarming, Yagya etc. Devotees dedicate this time for good deeds like penance, fasting, meditation, chanting and charity. Come, let us know in detail why auspicious works are not done in these four months.
What is Chaturmas?
From Devshayan Ekadashi Devuthani Ekadashi The period till then is called Chaturmas, which is considered the time of spiritual awakening and meditation. During this period, the Sun is in Dakshinayan, due to which the flow of nature becomes calm and introverted. This is the reason why sages and devotees spend this time in penance, fasting, meditation, chanting and charity. The purpose of Chaturmas is to take a break from external activities and develop inner purification and self-confidence. This period is considered the best opportunity to control the mind, deepen devotion and establish a true relationship with God.
Importance of Devuthani Ekadashi
The day of Devuthani Ekadashi is considered very auspicious from social and religious point of view. Marriages, housewarmings, yagya, rituals and other auspicious functions, which were halted for four months, start again from this day. In India it is celebrated with special devotion as Devotthan festival. The Tulsi marriage taking place on this day symbolizes the divine union of Lord Vishnu and Tulsi Devi, which gives the message of balance of nature and male element. This festival becomes a symbol of new beginning, awakening of purity and auspiciousness in the society.
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