Devshayani Ekadashi 2025: Significance origin, Rituals and Life Lessons

Devshayani Ekadashi marks the beginning of Lord Vishnu’s yogic slumber and the sacred period of Chaturmas. It is regarded as a day of spiritual awakening, introspection and disciplined living. This period guides the seeker toward inner purity, balance and conscious living.

Devshayani Ekadashi 2025: Date timings and the start of Chaturmas

The following table presents the complete timings for the observance.

Event	Date and Time
Ekadashi begins	5 July 2025, 7:01 PM
Ekadashi ends	6 July 2025, 9:17 PM
Fasting date	6 July 2025
Parana time	7 July 2025, 5:28 AM to 8:15 AM
Chaturmas begins	6 July 2025
Chaturmas ends	1 November 2025

Historical and scriptural background

Scriptures such as Padma Purana and Skanda Purana mention this Ekadashi.
According to legend King Mandhata observed this vrat on the advice of Sage Angira and his kingdom was blessed with rain and prosperity.
The story reflects that devotion, restraint and faith remove obstacles from life.

Spiritual significance and message

Devshayani Ekadashi inspires a seeker to turn inward.
It signifies the period when Lord Vishnu enters yogic rest and the individual begins inner purification.
The beginning of Chaturmas brings discipline, service and renunciation into one’s lifestyle.
Nature restores itself during monsoon and similarly the mind finds equilibrium and clarity.
It promotes harmony in family and society through devotion and compassion.

Rituals fasting and observances

• Begin sattvic living from Dashami
• Take a ritual bath on Ekadashi
• Worship Lord Vishnu and offer Tulsi leaves
• Recite Vishnu Sahasranama Hari Stotra and sing devotional hymns
• Break the fast the next day by offering charity
• Avoid tamasic food rice onion garlic meat alcohol

Chaturmas: Four sacred months and rules

Month	What to avoid
Shravan	Green leafy vegetables
Bhadrapad	Curd
Ashwin	Milk
Kartik	Black gram and tamasic foods

No auspicious ceremonies such as marriage housewarming or new business are performed.
Saints remain in one place offering spiritual guidance.

The vrat story

When King Mandhata’s kingdom suffered drought he observed Devshayani Ekadashi as instructed by Sage Angira. Rain blessed the land again. The tale teaches that faith and restraint bring divine grace.

Do’s and Don’ts

Do’s

• Worship Lord Vishnu after bath
• Observe fast with fruits or water
• Worship Tulsi and offer its leaves
• Perform night vigil and devotional singing
• Donate food clothes or money

Don’ts

• Do not eat rice or grain
• Avoid onion garlic meat alcohol
• Refrain from harsh speech deceit and impurity
• Do not touch Tulsi at night
• Avoid gossip insults or misconduct

Social cultural and environmental impact

Chaturmas bring a pause to social ceremonies creating space for inner refinement.
Saints staying at one place help spread spiritual wisdom.
Sattvic food benefits health during the monsoon.
Environmental awareness and water conservation emerge through this period.

Inspirational message

Devshayani Ekadashi teaches discipline, devotion and purity in actions.
When thoughts, words and deeds become refined life becomes peaceful and elevated.
It is a divine opportunity for introspection service and spiritual transformation.

FAQs

1. Why does Devshayani Ekadashi mark the beginning of Chaturmas
Because Lord Vishnu enters yogic rest and the seeker begins a disciplined spiritual period.

2. Can grains be eaten on Devshayani Ekadashi
No rice and other grains are traditionally avoided.

3. Is Vishnu Sahasranama required on this day
Not mandatory but extremely auspicious.

4. Can marriages or housewarming be done in this period
No auspicious events are avoided throughout Chaturmas.

5. What is the core message of Devshayani Ekadashi
Self discipline, inner reflection and a balanced spiritual life.