Dev Uthani Ekadashi is a very important Ekadashi festival in the Hindu calendar, with deep religious and spiritual meaning. This special day marks the time when Lord Vishnu wakes up after a four-month rest called Chaturmaas. People celebrate this day with great devotion to honor Lord Vishnu and ask for his blessings.
Dev Uthani Ekadashi & Tulsi Vivah Timing 2024
| Event | Date | Time |
| Start of Ekadashi Tithi | November 11 | 06:46 PM |
| End of Ekadashi Tithi | November 12 | 04:04 PM |
| Devuthani Ekadashi | November 12 | |
| Auspicious Time for Parana (Breaking the Fast) | November 12 | 06:42 AM to 08:51 AM |
| Tulsi Vivah | November 13 |
Importance of Dev Uthani Ekadashi
The most critical aspect of this festival is the belief that on this day, Lord Vishnu—the supreme deity in Vaishnavism—awakens from his sleep. This awakening marks the start of new life, prosperity, and auspicious activities. As Lord Vishnu is considered the god of marriage, his awakening also ushers in the wedding season. Many Hindus believe that marriages performed after Devuthani Ekadashi are particularly auspicious.
Dev Uthani Ekadashi holds deep spiritual significance. Devotees observe fasts, perform puja, and engage in spiritual practices to seek blessings from Lord Vishnu. It is believed that fasting on this day purifies the soul and fosters a deeper connection with the divine. Just as nature revives itself after a long slumber, Devuthani Ekadashi symbolizes new beginnings and fresh starts. It is a time for self-reflection, renewal of thoughts, and setting new intentions.
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Puja Vidhi
- First of all, purify the place of worship with Gangajal.
- Install the idol or picture of Lord Vishnu in a clean place.
- First of all worship Lord Ganesha, as he is the god of all auspicious works.
- Playing conch and bell during worship purifies the atmosphere.
- Light a ghee lamp.
- Offer fruits, flowers, and sweets to Lord Vishnu.
- Chant Vishnu Sahasranama, Shri Sukta or other Vishnu mantras.
- Finally, perform the aarti of Lord Vishnu.
- Paran of the fast at the prescribed time. Eat Satvik food at the time of Paran.
Rules of fasting:
- Nirahar fast
- Falahar
- Satvik food
- Keep your mind calm
- Speak the truth
- Do not harm anyone
Mantra on Dev Uthani Ekadashi
- Om Narayanaya Vidmahe Vasudevaya Dhimahi Tanno Vishnu Prachodayat
- Shri Krishna Govind Hare Murare.
- Oh Lord Narayan Vasudevay.
Vishnu’s Panchrupa Mantra –
- Om Am Vasudevay Namah.
- Om Aam Sankarshanaya Namah.
- Om Pradyumnaya Namah.
- Om A: Aniruddhaya Namah.
- Om Narayanay Namah.
- Om Hreem Kartaviryarjuno Naam Raja Bahu Sahastravan. Yasya smarena matren hratam nashtam cha labhyate.
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