Devshayani Ekadashi 2027

* Exact timings may vary by location and sunrise time — be sure to check your local Panchang.

Devshayani Ekadashi 2027: Dates & Tithi Timings by Country

For 2027, the Ekadashi tithi runs approximately from 13 July 2027, 12:09 PM IST to 14 July 2027, 01:10 PM IST for the New Delhi reference calculation. The table converts that astronomical interval into local clock times. Because fasting is tied to local sunrise, the observance date can differ between countries.

The Ekadashi of the Shukla Paksha of the month of Ashadha is called Devshayani Ekadashi. It is also known as Hari Shayani, Padmanabha, Ashadhi, or Toli Ekadashi. This day is traditionally regarded as the beginning of Lord Vishnu’s period of yogic sleep and Chaturmas.

The Story of Shri Devshayani Ekadashi

Dharma Raja Yudhishthira’s Question

After the Mahabharata war, righteousness had been re-established in Hastinapura. One day, Yudhishthira asked Lord Shri Krishna: What is the name, procedure, and significance of the Ashadha Shukla Ekadashi?

“O King! You have asked a highly beneficial question. This Ekadashi is known as Devshayani, Hari Shayani, or Padmanabha Ekadashi. Merely hearing its glory is said to destroy many sins.” — Shri Krishna

The Mystery of Yogic Sleep

Lord Shri Krishna explained that on this day Lord Vishnu enters yogic sleep on the bed of Ananta Shesha in the Kshira Sagara, the Ocean of Milk. This is not ordinary sleep; it symbolizes cosmic balance and spiritual rest. The Lord does not sleep in ignorance or abandon the protection of the world. Upon the waves of the Ocean of Milk, Shesha forms a resting place with his hoods, Goddess Lakshmi serves at his feet, and the gods offer their reverence. From this moment, Chaturmas begins.

The Gods’ Prayer

Indra, Brahma, Shiva, and other deities praised the Lord: “Without you, no work in the universe can be completed.” The Lord assured them: “I will remain in yogic sleep, but the functioning of creation will continue uninterrupted. Devotees who practice self-restraint, devotion, chanting, austerity, and charity during these four months will receive my special grace.”

Beginning of Chaturmas

By the Lord’s command, four months were dedicated to self-restraint, chanting, charity, and remembrance of God. In ancient times, sages and ascetics would stay in one place during the rainy season so that small living beings could be protected and spiritual practice could remain steady. The period from Devshayani to Devutthan Ekadashi is known as Chaturmas.

The Vrat Katha of King Mandhata

King Mandhata of the Solar dynasty ruled righteously, yet there was no rain for three years and his people suffered from famine. Seeking an answer, the king approached Sage Angira. The sage explained that a disruption in righteousness had caused an imbalance in nature and advised him to observe the Ashadha Shukla Ekadashi fast with the entire kingdom. The king and his people observed the fast, performed worship, and kept a night vigil. The Lord was pleased, torrential rain fell, and the earth became green and fertile again. Thus, the glory of this fast became widely known.

The Episode of King Bali in Vaishnava Tradition

In the Vamana incarnation, the Lord asked King Bali for three steps of land. After measuring the three worlds, he made Bali the ruler of Sutala. In response to the devotee Bali’s prayer, the Lord promised to remain near him forever. This Vaishnava tradition also says that the Lord remains with Bali in one form while assuming yogic sleep in the Ocean of Milk in another form.

Message of the Story

At the end, Shri Krishna said: “One who observes this fast with faith, discipline, and devotion is freed from sins, attains purity of mind, and receives the highest spiritual welfare.” Yudhishthira bowed and resolved to observe the fast himself.

Devshayani Ekadashi Puja Vidhi

1. Wake up during Brahma Muhurta, bathe, and wear clean clothes.
2. Clean the worship area at home and place an image or idol of Lord Vishnu and Goddess Lakshmi.
3. Offer yellow clothing, Tulsi leaves, Panchamrit, and fruits to the Lord (do not make the offering without Tulsi).
4. Perform Shodashopachara Puja with incense, a lamp, naivedya, and aarti.
5. Chant the mantra “Om Namo Bhagavate Vasudevaya.”
6. Recite the Vishnu Sahasranama or a chapter of the Shrimad Bhagavad Gita.
7. Listen to or read the Devshayani Ekadashi Vrat Katha.
8. Keep a night vigil with devotional songs and kirtan; observe a waterless or fruit-based fast according to your capacity.
9. On the next day (Parana day), break the fast only at the scripturally prescribed time, and perform charity and service.

Date & Time (2027)

The exact hour and minute depend on the local sunrise — check your city’s Panchang before breaking the fast.

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