Ekadashi holds an important place in Sanatan Dharma. There are about 24 Ekadashis in the whole year, but Devuthani Gyaras has its importance. This Ekadashi is celebrated in the Shukla Paksha of Kartik month. This day is considered a symbol of Lord Vishnu waking up from four months of Yog Nidra. All kinds of auspicious works start again from this day. All these auspicious works are prohibited after Devshayan Ekadashi on the Shukla Paksha of Ashadh month.

Religious significance and Devuthani Ekadashi.

According to popular beliefs in Hindu Dharma, it is said that Lord Vishnu goes into Devshayan Ekadashi Yog Nidra, after which he wakes up after four months on Devuthani Ekadashi. These four months are called Chaturmas. This time is said to be a symbol of meditation, sadhana, restraint, and sacrifice. All positive works begin with the auspicious awakening of Lord Vishnu in the holy time of Devuthani Ekadashi. This day dedicated to Lord Vishnu is considered extremely fruitful, and the worship and fasting done on this day gives special benefits. According to Shri Paras Bhai Guruji, this day is also known as Prabodhini Ekadashi, Hari Prabodhini Ekadashi, and Tulsi Vivah.

Mythological story

It is said in a mythological belief that once the popular goddess of Hindu Dharma, Maa Lakshmi ji, requested Lord Vishnu and asked him and the Devas to rest from their work for four months and go into yoga Nidra. God agreed to her and went into yoga Nidra for four months. God took this sleep in the month of Ashadh and resumed his ethical work on the Ekadashi date of Shukla Paksha of Kartik month. After waking up, he inspired all the Devas for their duties. This is the reason why it is also called Devotthan Ekadashi.

Importance of Devuthani Ekadashi

In Sanatan Dharma, Devuthani Gyaras is also considered important spiritually. According to the belief of Paras Bhai Ji, it is believed that by fasting on this day and worshiping Lord Vishnu, all kinds of sins are destroyed all the diseases of life are destroyed and salvation is attained. Tulsi Vivah is specially organized on this day. It is believed that performing this holy marriage ritual leads to the attainment of pious deeds.

According to the head of the Paras Parivaar, Shri Paras Bhai Guruji and also according to religious beliefs, there is a story behind Tulsi Vivah. Lord Vishnu transformed Vrinda, the wife of the demon Jalandhar, into the sacred Tulsi Maa and then arranged her marriage to Lord Shaligram, a form of Vishnu himself. Since then, the tradition of Tulsi Vivah has been celebrated.

Method of holy Devuthani Gyaras fast

According to the Mythology of Sanatan Dharma, worship of Lord Vishnu has special importance on this day. On this day, after taking a bath early in the morning, incense sticks and lamps are lit in front of the picture of Lord Vishnu. Flowers, fruits, sweets, rice, etc. are offered in front of his idol. On this day, people also worship Tulsi leaves by placing them at their place of worship. According to Paras Bhai Ji, worship of Lord Vishnu is incomplete without offering Tulsi leaves. On this day, in the evening, sweets, etc. are offered to Lord Vishnu.

Benefits of Devuthani Ekadashi Vrat

Vrat on Devuthani Ekadashi brings many benefits. This fast is especially observed to get freedom from sins and attain spiritual peace. Sanatan Dharma follows the fasting rituals and tries to connect their soul in these religious Devas. Fasting brings positivity in life and gives mental, physical, and spiritual satisfaction to the person. It is believed that on this day, with the grace of Lord Vishnu, happiness and prosperity come into a person's life. Devotees who perform Tulsi Vivah also receive the blessings of Lord Vishnu and there is happiness and peace in their family.

Things to note on Devuthani Ekadashi

Following the fast:  Fasting on this day purifies the mind and the desired result is achieved. The fasting person should eat only fruits and should not eat food.

Vishnu Bhajans throughout the day:  On this day, hymns of Lord Vishnu should be recited, which gives peace to the mind.
Group worship:  On this day, the whole family receives God's blessings through group worship.