- By Kashish Rai
- Tue, 01 Jul 2025 01:32 PM (IST)
- Source:JND
Devshayani Ekadashi 2025: Shayani Ekadashi, also known as Ashadi Ekadashi is considered one of the holiest Ekadashis by Hindus, especially Vaishnavas who worship Lord Vishnu as the Supreme Being. It falls on the eleventh lunar day (Ekadashi Tithi) during the Shukla Paksha of Ashadha month in the Hindu calendar. This sacred day marks the beginning of Lord Vishnu’s cosmic slumber and holds great spiritual importance. It is also known by other names like Maha Ekadashi, Padma Ekadashi, Shayana Ekadashi, and Sarvapaaphaari Ekadashi. In Telugu-speaking regions, it is called Tholi Ekadashi. Falling after Yogini Ekadashi and before Kamika Ekadashi, this day inspires deep devotion, fasting and prayer, and is widely observed with reverence across many parts of India.
Check out all the essential details regarding the correct date, parana timings and other rituals associated with Devshayani Ekadashi Vrat in 2025 below:
Devshayani Ekadashi 2025: 5th Or 6th July, When Is Ashadhi Ekadashi Vrat?
This year, the sacred fast of Devshayani or Ashadhi Ekadashi will be observed on 6th July 2025, Sunday. Ekadashi tithi begins at 06:58 PM on 5th July 2025 and ends at 09:14 PM on 6th July 2025.
Devshayani Ekadashi 2025: Parana Timings
The Parana timings to culminate Devshayani Ekadashi vrat are from 05:29 AM to 08:16 AM on 7th July 2025. The Dwadashi end moment on Parana day is at 11:10 PM.
On Devshayani Ekadashi, Lord Vishnu begins His four-month cosmic slumber on the Shesh Naag in the ocean of milk, symbolising rest, reflection, and divine pause before awakening on Prabodhini Ekadashi. (Image Source: International Society For Krishna Consciousness - ISKCON)
Devshayani Ekadashi 2025: Significance And Rituals
The significance of Ashadi Ekadashi, also known as Shayani Ekadashi, is narrated in the Bhavishyottara Purana, where Lord Brahma first told the story to Narad, and later Lord Krishna shared it with King Yudhishthira. Considered the first and one of the most powerful Ekadashis, this vrat is believed to bring peace, prosperity, and happiness to those who observe it with full devotion. It is also said that after enjoying the blessings of worldly life, such a devotee eventually attains salvation.
Ashadi Ekadashi also marks the end of the famous Pandharpur Waari Yatra in Maharashtra, where thousands gather to worship Lord Vithoba, a form of Lord Vishnu. The 17-day-long yatra is filled with devotion, song, and celebration, drawing pilgrims from across the country.
Another unique tradition on this day is Tapta Mudra Dharana, where Vaishnava followers wear heated seals on their bodies, symbolising their deep commitment and faith. Spiritually, this day also marks the beginning of Lord Vishnu’s cosmic slumber on the Shesha Naag in the Ksheersagar, known as Chaturmas. He awakens four months later on Prabodhini Ekadashi.
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