Devutthana Ekadashi, also known as Prabodhini Ekadashi or Deva Uttana Ekadashi, is an auspicious occasion for Hindus across India. The day of Devutthana Ekadashi falls on the 11th lunar day (Ekadashi) in Shukla Paksha of the Hindu month of Kartika. Devutthana Ekadashi is an important day for devotees of Lord Vishnu as it marks the end of the four-month period of Chaturmasya. This year, Devutthana Ekadashi 2024 will be celebrated on Tuesday, November 12. The Ekadashi Tithi will begin at 06:46 PM on November 11 and end at 04:04 PM on November 12. The Ekadashi fast will be broken the next time for which the Parana Time is from 06:45 AM to 09:00 AM on November 13. Scroll down to learn more about the Devutthana Ekadashi 2024 date, timings and the significance of the day. Dev Uthani Ekadashi Katha for Prabodhini Ekadashi Vrat 2024: Know the Legend Associated With the Awakening of Lord Vishnu From His 4-Month Sleep.

Dev Uthani Ekadashi 2024 Date and Timings

  • This year, Devutthana Ekadashi 2024 will be celebrated on Tuesday, November 12.

  • The Ekadashi Tithi will begin at 06:46 PM on November 11 and end at 04:04 PM on November 12.

  • The Parana Time is from 06:45 AM to 09:00 AM on November 13.

Dev Uthani Ekadashi Significance

Devutthana Ekadashi holds great significance as it marks the end of the four-month period of Chaturmasya, when Lord Vishnu is believed to be asleep. It is believed that Lord Vishnu sleeps on the day of Shayani Ekadashi, and wakes up on the day of Prabodhini Ekadashi or Devutthana Ekadashi. The symbolic union of Vishnu and Lakshmi or Tulsi Vivaha is also celebrated on this day. The end of Chaturmasya signifies the beginning of the Hindu wedding season. Prabodhini Ekadashi is followed by Kartika Purnima, which day is celebrated as Deva Deepavali, the Deepavali of the devas. Dev Uthani Ekadashi 2024 Wishes and HD Images: Send Prabodhini Ekadashi Greetings, Lord Vishnu Wallpapers and Messages on the Auspicious Day.

In Maharashtra, Prabodhini Ekadashi is linked with the Lord Vithoba, a form of Vishnu. On this day, Varkari pilgrims throng the Pandharpur temple of Vithoba. The celebrations in Pandharpur continue for five days till the full moon day (Kartika Purnima).

(Disclaimer: The information provided here is based on beliefs and legends only. Before applying any information in real life, consult the concerned expert.)

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