Why is Tulsi puja special on Devshayani Ekadashi? Know religious beliefs

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Devshayani Ekadashi 2026 Date:Ekadashi fast has great religious importance in Hindu religion, but Devshayani Ekadashi falling in the Shukla Paksha of Ashadha month is considered to be the most special. According to religious beliefs, from this day Lord Vishnu goes into Yoganidra in Kshirsagar for the next four months. The importance of worshiping Tulsi increases manifold before Lord Vishnu goes to sleep. Let us know when is Devshayani Ekadashi this year and why Tulsi Puja has such special significance on this day.

When is Devshayani Ekadashi 2026?

According to Drik Panchang, in the year 2026 Devshayani Ekadashi The fast will be observed on 25th July, Saturday. Ekadashi date of Shukla Paksha of Ashadha month is called Devshayani Ekadashi. According to religious belief, from this day Lord Vishnu goes into Yoga Nidra for four months. For this reason this period is called Chaturmas. It is prohibited to perform many auspicious activities during Chaturmas. After this, auspicious and auspicious works begin with the awakening of Lord Vishnu on the day of Devuthani Ekadashi.

Why is Tulsi puja special on Devshayani Ekadashi?

In religious belief, Tulsi is considered dear to Lord Vishnu. Tulsi is also considered to be the form of Mother Lakshmi. Therefore Tulsi has a special place in the worship of Lord Vishnu. By worshiping Tulsi on Devshayani Ekadashi, it is believed that one gets the blessings of both Lord Vishnu and Mother Lakshmi. It is believed that on this day, after taking bath in the morning, the Tulsi plant should be cleaned. After this, worship should be done by lighting a lamp in front of Tulsi Mata. Along with offering water to Tulsi, meditating and chanting the mantra of Lord Vishnu is also considered auspicious.

Recognition of lighting a lamp near Tulsi

Lighting a lamp near the Tulsi plant in the evening on the day of Devshayani Ekadashi is also considered auspicious. According to religious belief, lighting a lamp near Tulsi removes negativity from the house and creates a positive atmosphere. It is said that dedicating the light of the lamp to Lord Vishnu and Mother Lakshmi brings blessings of happiness and prosperity in the house. On this day, devotees can light a ghee or oil lamp as per their devotion.

How to perform Tulsi puja on Devshayani Ekadashi?

On this day, wake up early in the morning, take bath and wear clean clothes. After this, worship Lord Vishnu in the home temple. If there is a Tulsi plant in the house, then clean the area around it and pay obeisance to Tulsi Mata. After this, light a lamp near the Tulsi plant. According to devotion, worship Tulsi Mata and meditate on Lord Vishnu. Tulsi Dal can be offered to Lord Vishnu. After the puja, pray to Lord Vishnu for the happiness, peace and prosperity of the family. Lighting a lamp near Tulsi is also considered auspicious in the evening. During this time we can remember Lord Vishnu and Mother Lakshmi.

Chaturmas begins

Devshayani Ekadashi is considered to be the beginning of Chaturmas. According to religious belief, Lord Vishnu remains in Yoga Nidra during this period. During this period, devotees pay special attention to worship, fasting, charity and religious activities. During Chaturmas, the months of Sawan, Bhadrapada, Ashwin and Kartik come. During this period, special importance has been given to the worship of different Gods and Goddesses including Lord Shiva, Lord Vishnu and Mother Lakshmi.

Also read: Do not do this work even unknowingly on the day of Devshayani Ekadashi, otherwise Lord Vishnu will get angry!

Disclaimer: The information given in this news is based on religious beliefs and general information. TV9 Bharatvarsha does not confirm this.

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