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Devshayani Ekadashi 2024: Eleven fasts have special significance in Hinduism. This fast is dedicated to Lord Vishnu. Fasting and worshipping on the day of Ekadashi brings special blessings of Shri Hari. Ekadashi fast is observed twice a month, first in Shukla Paksha and second in Krishna Paksha. Ekadashi Tithi of Ashadh Shukla Paksha is known as Devshayani Ekadashi. It is also known as Harishayani, Padmanabha and Yoganidra Ekadashi.
According to the beliefs of Hinduism, Lord Vishnu's sleeping period begins on the day of Devshayani Ekadashi, that is why it is called Devshayani Ekadashi. Lord Vishnu wakes up on the day of Devuthani Ekadashi four months after Devshayani Ekadashi. Let us know today when the fast of Devshayani Ekadashi will be observed this year and what is the time to observe the fast from the Puja Muhurta.
When is Devshayani Ekadashi in the year 2024?
According to the Hindu calendar, Ekadashi Tithi of Ashadh month Shukla Paksha will start on July 16, 2024 at 8:33 pm and end on July 17 at 9:02 pm. Devsahaya Ekadashi Vrat will be observed on July 17, 2024, Wednesday.
Udyapana of Devshayani Ekadashi Vrat 2024
The eleventh day is observed after sunrise the next day. The fast of Agiyaras should be broken before the end of Baras. Let us tell you that Devshayani Ekadashi will be celebrated on July 18. The correct time for the Udyapan of Devshayani Ekadashi will be between 5:35 am to 8:20 am on July 18. Baras Tithi will end at 8:44 am on July 18.
Importance of Devshayani Ekadashi
It is believed that from the day of Devshayani Ekadashi, Lord Vishnu goes to Kshir Sagar for rest. And will stay there for the entire four months. These four months of Lord Shri Hari's sleeping period are known as Chaturmas. These four months include Shravan, Bhadravo, Aso and Kartik months. As soon as Chaturmas begins, auspicious works are considered forbidden in Hinduism. Keeping a fast on Devshayani Ekadashi and worshiping Goddess Lakshmi along with Lord Vishnu brings happiness and prosperity in life.
