Devshayani Ekadashi 2024: Know the Date, Timings and its Significance
Devshayani Ekadashi 2024: Devshayani Ekadashi fast is known to be the most essential one in hindu religion. There are around twenty-four types of Ekadashis. When Adhik Maas or Malmaas comes, then their number increases to 26. Chaturmas is considered to start from this day. From this day, Lord Shri Hari Vishnu sleeps in Kshirsagar and then after about four months, when the Sun enters Libra, he is awakened. That day is called Devuthani Ekadashi. The gap in between is called Chaturmas.
Devotees believe that keeping fast on the day of Shayani Ekadahsi will bless them. It is also known by the name of Ashadi Ekadashi which is widely famous.
In this blog let’s discuss the Devshayani Ekadashi 2024, its date and auspicious time, along with its significance and important Mantras.
What is DevShayani Ekadashi 2024?
Devshayani Ekadashi is known for the time where the sleeping cycle of Lord Vishnu starts and stays till four months. During this time, devotees seek blessings of Lord Vishnu and his presence. Devotees keep fast, decorate their homes, chant bhajans and mantras to make Lord Vishnu happy.
This Ekadashi is also known as the Ekadashi of good fortune. Padma Purana claims that fasting or observing fast on this day liberates one from sins committed intentionally or unintentionally. Worshipping on this day with full heart and rules leads to salvation for women. According to Brahma Vaivarta Purana, fasting on Devshayani Ekadashi fulfils all wishes.
Various other names are also given to Shayani Ekadashi. They are Ashadhi Ekadashi (the full moon day), Tholi Ekadashi, Harishayani Ekadashi (time when Lord Vishnu sleeps), Maha Ekadashi (the big Ekadashi), and even many more are there. On this day, the sun also enters into the Gemini.
Devshayani Ekadashi Date and Time 2024
This year, Shayani Ekadashi will be on July 17th which is Wednesday. Follow the below mentioned time schedule for Devshayani ekadashi.
| Sunrise Timing | July 17, 05:55 AM. |
| Sunset Timing | July 17, 07:10 PM. |
| Starting of Ekadashi Tithi | July 16, 08:34 PM. |
| Ending Time of Ekadashi Tithi | July 17, 09:03 PM. |
| Hari Vasara Timings | July 18, 02:58 AM. |
| Dwadashi Over Timings | July 18, 08:44 PM. |
| Parana Timings | July 18, 05:55 AM – 08:34 AM |
Importance of Devshayani Ekadashi 2024 (Significance of Devshayani Ekadashi)
Chaturmas starts from the day Lord Vishnu goes into sleep. When the gods sleep, Lord Shiva takes care of the world. Let us know when is Devshayani Ekadashi. Devotees believe that Lord Vishnu slept in the Ksheera Sagara which is the milky sea located in the Shehsanaga. Waking up after four months, the day comes as Prabodhini Ekadashi.
Devotees believe that Devshayani Ekadashi helps a person in getting rid of their sin. By bathing in holy rivers, and keeping fast, you can seek blessings of Lord Vishnu on this day.
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Devshayani Ekadashi Rituals( What to do on Devshayani Ekadashi)
At this time, purchasing gold, home, or many other things is considered auspicious. Most of the time, fasting on Ekadashi is done for two days straight. Second fast is said to be kept by Sanyasis only and those who want Moksha in their lives.
Performing all sorts of rituals on this day will lead to self growth and divine feel. Worship Lord Vishnu by chanting his mantra and bhajans. Gather in the temple and sing his aarti together to get his blessings on you. The person who feeds curd rice to Brahmins and needy people on the day of Ekadashi Vrat Parana i.e. on the day of Dwadashi Tithi, gets heaven. There is also a belief about Shayani Ekadashi that on this day all the pilgrimages come to Braj Dham. Therefore, visiting Braj during this time is considered auspicious and fruitful.
Devshayani Ekadashi Mantras (Lord Vishnu Mantras)
Recite these powerful mantras on Devshayani ekadashi to bring prosperity and peace in your lives.
Devshayani Ekadashi Sankalpa Mantra
Mangalam Bhagwan Vishnu:, Mangalam Garundadhwaj:
Mangalam Pundari Kaksha:, Mangalaya Tano Hari: ॥
Vishnu Stuti on Devshayani Ekadashi
Shantakaram Bhujanga Shayanam Padmanabham Suresham
Vishwadharam Gagana Sadrusham Megha Varnam Shubhangam
Lakshmi Kantam Kamala Nayanam Yogi Bhi Dhyana Gamyam
Vande Vishnum Bhava Bhaya Haram Sarva Lokaika Natham
Yam Brahma Varunendra Rudra Marutah Stuvanti Divya Stavaih
Vedaih Sanga Padakramopanishadaih Gayanti Yam Samagaha
Dhyanavasthita Tadgatena Manasa Pashyanti Yam Yogino
Yasyantam Na Viduh Suraasuraganaah Devaya Tasmai Namah
Lord Vishnu Aarti
!!Om Jai Jagadish Hare!!
Swami Jaya Jagadish Hare
Bhakta janon ke sankat
Bhakta janon ke sankat Kshan me door kar
Om Jai Jagadish Hare
Jo dhyave phal paave
Dhukh vinashe man ka
Swami dhukh vinashe man ka
Sukha sampati Ghar aave
Sukha sampati Ghar aave
Kashht mite tan ka
Om Jai Jagadish Hare
Mata pita tum mere
Sharan padun mai kis ki
Swami sharan padum mai kis ki
Tum bina aur na doojaa
Tum bina aur na doojaa
Asha karun mai kis ki
Om Jai Jagadish Hare
Tum pooran Paramatma
Tum Antaryaami
Swami Tum Antaryaami
Para brahma Parameshwara
Para brahma Parameshwara
Tum sab ke Swami
Om Jai Jagadish Hare
Tum karuna ke saagar
Tum palan karta
Swami Tum palan karta
Mai sevak tum swaami
Mai sevak tum swaami
Kripa karo bhartaa
Om Jai Jagadish Hare
Tum ho ek agochar
Sab ke prana pati
Swami sab ke prana pati
Kis vidhi miloon dayamaya
Kisi vidhi miloon dayamaya
Tum ko mai kumati
Om Jai Jagadish Hare
Deena bandhu dukh hartaa
Tum rakshak mere
Swami tum rakshak mere
Apane hast uthao
Apane hast uthao
Dwar khada mai tere
Om Jai Jagadish Hare
Vishaya vikar mithao
Paap haro deva
Swami paap haro deva
Shraddha bhakti badhao
Shraddha bhakti badhao
Santan ki seva
Om Jai Jagadish Hare
Tan man dhan sab kuch hai tera
Swami sab kuch hai tera
Tera tujh ko arpan
Tera tujh ko arpan
Kya laage mera
Om Jai Jagadish Hare
Om Jai Jagadish Hare
Swami Jai Jagadish Hare
Bhakta janon ke sankat
Bhakta janon ke sankat
Kshan me door kare
Om Jai Jagadish Hare
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the importance of Devshayani Ekadashi?
When the gods sleep, Lord Shiva takes care of the world. Let us know when is Devshayani Ekadashi. Devotees believe that Lord Vishnu slept in the Ksheera Sagara which is the milky sea located in the Sheshanaga. Waking up after four months, the day comes as Prabodhini Ekadashi. Devotees believe that Devshayani Ekadashi helps a person in getting rid of their sin. By bathing in holy rivers, and keeping fast, you can seek blessings of Lord Vishnu on this day.
Which God is Ekadashi famous for?
Performing all sorts of rituals on this day will lead to self growth and divine feel. Worship Lord Vishnu by chanting his mantra and bhajans. Gather in the temple and sing his aarti together to get his blessings on you.
What cannot be eaten on Ekadashi?
Eating food which involves meat, rice, onion, and garlic, is forbidden during the Shayani Ekadashi. Foods made from milk, fruits, and other kinds can be taken during this time.
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