Shayani Ekadashi 2024: Shubh Muhurat, fasting rules, prana timings, dos and don'ts on Ashadhi Ekadashi

Devshayani Ekadashi or Ashadhi Ekadashi, a significant day for Hindu devotees, is observed on the 11th day of Shukla Paksha in the month of Ashadha. This year, it falls on July 17, 2024. The Ekadashi Tithi begins on July 16 at 8:33 PM and ends on July 17 at 9:02 PM. The Parana time, when the fast is broken, is on July 18 from 5:17 AM to 7:56 AM. The Dwadashi end moment is at 8:44 PM on July 18.

Shayani Ekadashi or Ashadhi Ekadashi: Significance

Devshayani Ekadashi holds immense religious and spiritual importance among Hindus. Devotees of Lord Vishnu and Lord Krishna observe a strict fast on this day, breaking it the next day on Dwadashi Tithi. Observing the Ekadashi Vrat is believed to help attain Moksha, or salvation, relieve all types of sufferings, and absolve past sins. Devotees also believe it ensures a place in Vaikuntha Dham, the abode of Shri Hari.

Shayani Ekadashi: Shubh Muhurat for Prana

Paran is done after sunrise on the next day of the fast. According to astrologers, Parana should be done before Dwadashi Tithi. Therefore, on 18th July, i.e. Guru Pradosh Vrat Tithi, after sunrise, you can break the fast between 05:35 am to 08:20 am. During this time, take a bath and meditate and worship Lord Vishnu. After this, break the fast after donating food and money to Brahmins.

Shayani Ekadashi or Ashadhi Ekadashi: Fasting Rules

➤Avoid plucking Tulsi Patra.
➤Do not bathe with soap or body wash.
➤Refrain from speaking ill of others.
➤Maintain celibacy.
➤Do not consume tamasik food items like eggs, onion, garlic, and meat.
➤Break the fast during Parana Time on Dwadashi Tithi.

Ashadhi Ekadashi or Shayani Ekadashi: How to perform puja

➤Wake up early and take a holy bath.
➤Place an idol of Lord Vishnu, Lord Krishna, and Laddoo Gopal Ji on a wooden plank after a sacred bath.
➤Light a diya with desi ghee and offer yellow flowers, dry fruits, five seasonal fruits, Tulsi Patra, and Panchamrit.
➤Recite Vishnu Sahasranama with devotion.
➤Chant the Krishna Maha Mantra.
➤Spend the day chanting "Om Namo Bhagvate Vasudevaye."
➤If unable to observe a strict fast, consume sattvik food after sunset.
➤Donations and charity are meritorious on this day.

Ashadhi Ekadashi or Shayani Ekadashi: Mantras to please Lord Vishnu

➤Om Namo Bhagvate Vasudevaye
➤Achyutam Keshvam Krishna Damodaram Ram Narayanam Janki Vallabham
➤Ram Ram Rameti Rame Raame Manorame Sahasranama Tatulyam Ram Naam Varanane
➤Hare Ram Hare Ram Ram Ram Hare Hare Hare Krishna Hare Krishna Krishna Krishna Hare Hare
➤Benefits of Chanting These Mantras

Ashadhi Ekadashi or Shayani Ekadashi: Benefits of Chanting Mantra

➤Achieve ultimate serenity and emancipation.
➤Attain Moksha by repeating the mantra, freeing oneself from the cycle of rebirth.
➤Improve mental stability.
➤Gain protection from chronic diseases.
➤Experience tranquility and serenity, aiding those with tension or anxiety.