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Ekadashi

Prabodhini Ekadashi

Also called: Devutthana Ekadashi, Dev Uthani Ekadashi, Haribodhini Ekadashi

Prabodhini means 'awakening.' In many traditions, this Ekadashi marks Vishnu's awakening at the close of Chaturmas and is associated with the resumption of auspicious ceremonies. It is also called Devutthana, Dev Uthani or Haribodhini Ekadashi.

Key facts

Paksha
Shukla Paksha
Lunar month
Kartika
Observed on
The eleventh tithi of Shukla Paksha
Deities
Lord Vishnu, Lord Krishna

The story

The central devotional belief is that Vishnu awakens from his cosmic rest on this day. Some regional observances include Tulsi Vivah, the ceremonial marriage of Tulsi with Vishnu or Krishna, around this period. The awakening and Tulsi Vivah are related in the seasonal calendar but are not the same story and are not observed identically everywhere.

Practices

  • Devotees worship Vishnu and may take part in Tulsi Vivah or other regional ceremonies where customary. Follow the local Panchang for the date and parana.

Common questions

When is Prabodhini Ekadashi observed?
Prabodhini Ekadashi is observed on the Shukla Paksha eleventh tithi (Ekadashi) of Kartika.

Types of Ekadashi