Devshayani Ekadashi is a significant day in the Hindu culture. This year, it will be observed on Sunday, July 6, 2025. This date marks the Ekadashi tithi of the Shukla Paksha in the month of Ashadha.
It will also mark the start of Chaturmas, a four-month period dedicated to spiritual practices and reflection.
Significance Of Devshayani Ekadashi
On this day, devotees commemorate the cosmic slumber of Lord Vishnu, who is believed to enter Yoga Nidra, a deep state of meditation, in the Ksheer Sagar (cosmic ocean). This period is considered essential for spiritual rejuvenation, during which all auspicious activities, including weddings, are paused until the end of Chaturmas. Devshayani Ekadashi is particularly revered by Vaishnavas, followers of Lord Vishnu, who observe fasting and engage in rituals to honour the deity.
Important Rituals
On Devshayani Ekadashi, devotees typically observe Ekadashi fasting, which involves abstaining from grains and consuming only fruits and vegetables. Special rituals are encouraged during the night, where offerings of yellow items, especially yellow cloth, are made to Lord Vishnu. Devotees often chant the Vishnu Sahasranama, a revered set of 1,000 names of the deity, as part of their prayers.
The auspicious timing for these rituals is as follows:
- Ekadashi Tithi begins: 6:58 PM on 5 July 2025
- Ekadashi Tithi ends: 9:14 PM on 6 July 2025
Spiritual Benefits
Participating in the observance of Devshayani Ekadashi is believed to purify the mind and reduce life’s obstacles. Devotees seek to shed past karmic burdens and experience a spiritual reset during this sacred time. The day serves as a reminder of the importance of devotion and penance in the Hindu faith.
Devshayani Ekadashi stands as a pivotal moment for the Hindu community, facilitating a time for reflection and spiritual growth. As this date approaches, many will prepare to engage in the rituals that honour Lord Vishnu and the sacred traditions that accompany this holy day.