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Dev Uthani Ekadashi 2023: Prabodhini Ekadashi also known as the Dev Uthani Ekadashi is one of the most significant Ekadashi fasts observed on the Shukla Paksha Ekadashi tithi of Kartik Maas. Prabodhini Ekadashi marks the end of the "Chaturmas" period, which is when Lord Vishnu awakes from his yog nidra period. Vishnu-Prabodhini and Dev Prabodhini Ekadashi are other significant names for this auspicious Ekadashi. Another name for this Ekadashi is Kartik Shukla Ekadashi or Kartiki Ekadashi. This year, the Dev Uthani Ekadashi vrat will be observed on 23rd November 2023. However, there are certain do’s and don’ts that must be followed on this sacred fast. 

It is believed that Lord Vishnu wakes up from his yog nidra period after four months on the day of Dev Uthani Ekadashi. (Image Source: Canva)

Dev Uthani Ekadashi 2023: Do’s And Don’ts 

- One must abstain from consuming alcohol, meat, fish, onion, garlic and grains on the day of Dev Uthani Ekadashi. It is advised to consume fruits and milk on this day instead. 

-  Refrain from plucking Tulsi leaves on Dev Uthani Ekadashi or any other Ekadashi since it is considered inauspicious. One must take the Tulsi leaves a day before the Ekadashi vrat. 

- Chant Om Namo Bhagavate Vasudevaya or any other Lord Vishnu Mantra on this day in order to seek his blessings and accumulate good fortune. 

- Offer bhog to Lord Krishna and Lord Vishnu on this day along with a Tulsi Patra. Additionally, make sure to offer a lotus flower to Lord Vishnu on this auspicious fast in order to seek his blessings. 

- Take a head wash the day before the Ekadashi vrat and refrain from washing your hair on the day of Ekadashi. 

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- It is forbidden for devotees to sleep during the day, especially when they are fasting. They should also abstain from lying and using derogatory language. 



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