This year, Devuthani Ekadashi or Hariprabodhini Ekadashi falls on November 12, on the Ekadashi Tithi of Shukla Paksha in the Kartik month. This day marks the end of the Chaturmas period, during which Lord Vishnu is believed to be in his deep Yog Nidra (divine sleep) since Ashadh Shukla Ekadashi. On Prabodhini Ekadashi, Lord Vishnu wakes up, signaling the resumption of auspicious activities such as weddings, engagements, and other ceremonies. Here’s a complete guide to its timing, significance, and puja vidhi.
Timing for Devuthani Ekadashi 2024
Ekadashi Tithi Begins at 6:46 PM on November 11
Ekadashi according to Udhya Tithi on November 12
Paran will be on November 13
Significance of Devuthani Ekadashi
Devuthani Ekadashi is a highly revered day in Hinduism as it marks the end of Lord Vishnu’s four-month-long rest. With Lord Vishnu’s awakening, the period known as Chaturmas concludes, and it is an auspicious time for initiating auspicious activities. Devuthani Ekadashi is also known as Dev Prabodhini Ekadashi, and many devotees fast on this day to seek blessings from Lord Vishnu.
Devuthani Ekadashi Puja Vidhi (Worship Method)
- Start the day with a bath and wear clean clothes. Clean the house and the puja space.
- Draw the shape of Lord Vishnu’s feet at the altar.
- Place fruits, sweets, plums, and water chestnuts near the representation of Lord Vishnu’s feet. Add sugarcane as part of the offerings and cover the feet shape with a basket.
- Deep Pradan karein (Light a lamp) outside the house and at the altar for evening prayers.
- Gather the family and offer prayers to all deities, focusing on Lord Vishnu.
- Conclude the puja by sounding conches and bells to symbolize awakening. Sing devotional songs to celebrate Lord Vishnu’s awakening.
Geet for awakening Bhagwan Vishnu
Follow YouTube channel for Puja Katha
Devuthani Ekadashi is an opportunity to receive divine blessings by honoring Lord Vishnu with devotion and care, inviting prosperity and auspiciousness back into daily life.
