{"id":53,"date":"2026-07-03T11:36:39","date_gmt":"2026-07-03T11:36:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blogs-origin.theastrotime.com\/?p=53"},"modified":"2026-09-29T16:56:00","modified_gmt":"2026-09-29T16:56:00","slug":"devshayani-ekadashi-shubh-muhurat","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/theastrotime.com\/blogs\/devshayani-ekadashi-shubh-muhurat\/","title":{"rendered":"Devshayani Ekadashi 2026: Shubh Muhurat, Chaturmas"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Every year, Devshayani Ekadashi, also known as Ashadhi Ekadashi, marks the beginning of one of the most sacred periods. In the Hindu calendar, called Chaturmas. Lord Vishnu enters Yoga Nidra (divine sleep) for four months. This makes it a highly auspicious occasion for prayer, fasting, and spiritual reflection. For devotees of Lord Vishnu, Devshayani Ekadashi is more than just an Ekadashi fast. It is a reminder to slow down, strengthen one&#8217;s faith, and focus on self-discipline and devotion.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_89 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/theastrotime.com\/blogs\/devshayani-ekadashi-shubh-muhurat\/#Devshayani_Ekadashi_tithi_and_timing\" >Devshayani Ekadashi: tithi and timing<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/theastrotime.com\/blogs\/devshayani-ekadashi-shubh-muhurat\/#What_is_Chaturmas\" >What is Chaturmas?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/theastrotime.com\/blogs\/devshayani-ekadashi-shubh-muhurat\/#Why_Are_Weddings_Avoided_During_Chaturmas\" >Why Are Weddings Avoided During Chaturmas?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/theastrotime.com\/blogs\/devshayani-ekadashi-shubh-muhurat\/#How_to_Observe_Devshayani_Ekadashi\" >How to Observe Devshayani Ekadashi<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/theastrotime.com\/blogs\/devshayani-ekadashi-shubh-muhurat\/#Spiritual_Significance_of_Devshayani_Ekadashi\" >Spiritual Significance of Devshayani Ekadashi<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/theastrotime.com\/blogs\/devshayani-ekadashi-shubh-muhurat\/#Devshayani_Ekadashi_Across_India\" >Devshayani Ekadashi Across India<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/theastrotime.com\/blogs\/devshayani-ekadashi-shubh-muhurat\/#Conlcusion\" >Conlcusion<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Devshayani_Ekadashi_tithi_and_timing\"><\/span><strong>Devshayani Ekadashi: tithi and timing<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>For Devshayani Ekadashi (Hari Shayani\/Ashadhi Ekadashi) 2026, it is important to check the <a href=\"https:\/\/theastrotime.com\/panchang\">shubh muhurat and tithi<\/a> according to the Hindu panchang to get the most out of this auspicious day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Date (Vrat): Saturday, 25 July 2026<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Ekadashi Tithi Begins: 24 July 2026 at 9:12 AM<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Ekadashi Tithi Ends: 25 July 2026 at 11:34 AM<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Parana (breaking the fast): 26 July 2026, 5:36 AM \u2013 8:21 AM&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Devshayani Ekadashi Celebrated?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>According to Hindu scriptures, Devshayani Ekadashi is the day when Lord Vishnu enters Yoga Nidra, resting on Ananta Shesha (Sheshnag) in the Kshira Sagara (Ocean of Milk). His divine sleep continues for four months and ends on Prabodhini Ekadashi, when he awakens. The day encourages people to dedicate more time to prayers, charity, self-reflection, and devotional practices.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_Chaturmas\"><\/span><strong>What is Chaturmas?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Chaturmas literally means &#8220;four months.&#8221; It begins with Devshayani Ekadashi and ends on Prabodhini Ekadashi. This period of four months is considered highly sacred in Hinduism. Devotees observe fasts, visit temples, read scriptures, perform charity, and follow a disciplined lifestyle. Many saints and spiritual teachers also stay in one place during this period to conduct satsangs and religious discourses. Rather than celebrating worldly pleasures.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Devshyani Ekadashi marks a day that indicates the time to focus on inner growth and strengthen one&#8217;s connection with God.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_Are_Weddings_Avoided_During_Chaturmas\"><\/span><strong>Why Are Weddings Avoided During Chaturmas?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>One of the most common questions about Chaturmas is <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>&#8220;Why are weddings and other auspicious ceremonies avoided during this period?&#8217;.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p> According to Hindu beliefs, since Lord Vishnu is in Yoga Nidra, major celebrations like marriages, Griha Pravesh (housewarming), and Upanayana (sacred thread ceremony) are generally postponed until Prabodhini Ekadashi. Instead, these four months are considered ideal for prayer, fasting, charity, meditation, and spiritual learning.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Observe_Devshayani_Ekadashi\"><\/span><strong>How to Observe Devshayani Ekadashi<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Devotees observe the festival with devotion and simplicity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Wake up early and take a holy bath.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Worship Lord Vishnu with flowers, Tulsi leaves, fruits, and lamps.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Chant Vishnu Sahasranama or &#8220;Om Namo Bhagavate Vasudevaya.&#8221;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Observe the Ekadashi fast according to your health and tradition.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Donate food, clothes, or essentials to those in need.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Spend time reading the Bhagavad Gita or listening to devotional discourses.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Many devotees also avoid consuming grains on Ekadashi and break their fast on Dwadashi after offering prayers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Spiritual_Significance_of_Devshayani_Ekadashi\"><\/span><strong>Spiritual Significance of Devshayani Ekadashi<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Devshayani Ekadashi reminds us that just as Lord Vishnu enters a period of divine rest, we too should also pause from the distractions of daily life. And focus on our spiritual well-being. It is a time to practise self-control, gratitude, and compassion while strengthening our faith through simple acts of devotion.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Devshayani_Ekadashi_Across_India\"><\/span><strong>Devshayani Ekadashi Across India<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Devshayani Ekadashi is observed with different traditions across India. In Maharashtra, the day is especially significant as Ashadhi Ekadashi, when large groups of devotees take part in the annual Pandharpur Wari pilgrimage. Devotees known as Warkaris travel on foot to the Vitthal Rukmini Temple in Pandharpur, singing devotional songs and carrying palkhis associated with saints such as Sant Dnyaneshwar and Sant Tukaram.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The festival is also observed with devotion in other parts of India, with devotees visiting temples, singing bhajans, and offering prayers to Lord Vishnu and his various forms. These regional traditions add a strong sense of community and devotion to the occasion.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conlcusion\"><\/span><strong>Conlcusion<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Devshayani Ekadashi marks the beginning of a spiritually enriching journey through Chaturmas. Whether you observe a complete fast, offer prayers, or simply take a few moments to reflect and express gratefulness. The festival reminds us that true growth begins within. May Lord Vishnu bless you and your family with peace, prosperity, and spiritual wisdom on this sacred occasion.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-16018d1d wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-white-color has-vivid-purple-background-color has-text-color has-background has-link-color wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/play.google.com\/store\/apps\/details?id=com.theastrotime&amp;referrer=website\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Download the Astrotime App now<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Every year, Devshayani Ekadashi, also known as Ashadhi Ekadashi, marks the beginning of one of the most sacred periods. In the Hindu calendar, called Chaturmas. Lord Vishnu enters Yoga Nidra (divine sleep) for four months. 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