Kartika Month · Shukla Paksha
Devuthani Ekadashi (Prabodhini Ekadashi)
Devuthani Ekadashi (Prabodhini Ekadashi) (देवउठनी एकादशी (प्रबोधिनी एकादशी)) is observed on the eleventh tithi of Kartika (Shukla Paksha), dedicated to Lord Vishnu & Tulsi Devi. The vrat removes accumulated karmic burdens through grain-free fasting, Vishnu Sahasranama chanting, and next-day Dwadashi paaran. Its observance follows the governed fasting rule and mantra shown below.
Sacred Significance & Spiritual Power
Lord Vishnu awakens from his four-month Yoga Nidra, ending Chaturmas and inaugurating the auspicious Hindu wedding and muhurat season.
Vrat Katha (The Sacred Legend)
Lord Vishnu defeated the demon Shankhasura and blessed Tulsi (Vrinda) with eternal union through Tulsi Vivah on this sacred day.
✦ Fasting & Observance Rules
Lighting sugarcane mandaps, performing Tulsi Vivah ceremony with Shaligram, and singing awakening devotional songs.
✦ Sacred Puja Mantra
“Uthishta Uthishta Govinda Uthishta Garudadhwaja”
Chant 108 times using a Tulsi mala during the morning or evening sandhya.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the significance of Devuthani Ekadashi (Prabodhini Ekadashi)?
Lord Vishnu awakens from his four-month Yoga Nidra, ending Chaturmas and inaugurating the auspicious Hindu wedding and muhurat season.
What are the fasting rules for Devuthani Ekadashi (Prabodhini Ekadashi)?
Lighting sugarcane mandaps, performing Tulsi Vivah ceremony with Shaligram, and singing awakening devotional songs.
Which mantra should be chanted during Devuthani Ekadashi (Prabodhini Ekadashi)?
The primary mantra for Devuthani Ekadashi (Prabodhini Ekadashi) is 'Uthishta Uthishta Govinda Uthishta Garudadhwaja'. Reciting the Vishnu Sahasranama on this day is also considered immensely auspicious.