Dev Uthani Ekadashi 2025: Date, Muhurat & Significance

Ever heard of a day when even Lord Vishnu hits the snooze button for four months straight? Yep, that’s the magic of Devuthani Ekadashi (aka Dev Uthani Gyaras or Prabodhini Ekadashi).

It’s believed that Lord Vishnu finally wakes up from his deep cosmic nap on this day, marking the official end of “Chaturmas” (the holy “rest period”) and the start of all auspicious celebrations again, be it weddings, new ventures, or anything you name it!

Now to the real question everyone’s Googling is: “Is Devuthani Ekadashi 2025 on November 1 or November 2?”. The answer is: The fast for Devuthani Ekadashi will be observed on Sunday, November 2, 2025.

Let’s dive deep into understanding the significance, time, date, and muhurat for this auspicious day!

Devuthani Ekadashi 2025: Detailed Dates and Timings

Let’s decode the calendar a bit!

Detail	Time / Date
Ekadashi Vrat Date	Saturday, November 1, 2025
Ekadashi Tithi Begins	November 1, 2025 – 09:11 AM
Ekadashi Tithi Ends	November 2, 2025 – 07:31 AM
Primary Parana Time	November 2, 2025 – 01:11 PM to 03:23 PM

Devuthani Ekadashi 2025 will roll around on Saturday, November 1. The Ekadashi Tithi of the Kartik month’s Shukla Paksha kicks off at 9:11 AM on November 1 and wraps up at 7:31 AM on November 2.

Now, here’s the scoop, for those living a regular family life (aka the “householder squad”), the fast will be observed on November 1 itself.

But according to the sunrise rule (aka Udaya Tithi), a fast shall be kept on the day when the Ekadashi tithi is active at sunrise, so the vrat shall be observed on November 2.

The main Parana Muhurat (breaking the fast) falls between 1:11 PM and 3:23 PM on November 2.

Some devotees who follow the extended (two-day) ritual can perform Gauna Parana on November 3, from around 6:30 AM to 8:45 AM.

In short, wake up early, pray, and break your fast in the divine afternoon window.

Significance: Why Devuthani Ekadashi Is So Special

Imagine Lord Vishnu, the preserver of the universe, peacefully resting on his serpent bed (Ananta Shesha), deep in meditation under the milky ocean (Ksheer Sagar), for four months (approximately 119 days). Hence, this period is called “Chaturmas”. It is believed that when he rests, devotees pause most major rituals and auspicious ceremonies.

Then, on Devuthani Ekadashi, Vishnu “wakes up,” and so does the divine energy of the world!

• The Awakening: This day symbolizes spiritual re-awakening. Just as Lord Vishnu rises, it’s believed our consciousness, too, gets a chance to rise from laziness, negativity, or whatever rut we’re stuck in.

• End of Chaturmas: No weddings, no new house ceremonies, no big pujas happen during Chaturmas. It’s like a cosmic “pause” button. Devuthani Ekadashi flips that back to “play.”

• Start of Manglik Karya: Once Vishnu is awake, all auspicious (Manglik) ceremonies like weddings, engagements, griha pravesh (housewarming), and more can resume. In different communities and temples, this day is celebrated with a mix of devotion and joy by performing prayers, religious music, lights, and delicious prasad.

• Benefits (Phal): Fasting and praying on this day is said to:

  • Bring happiness and prosperity into your home
  • Clear past karmic baggage
  • Help devotees move toward Moksha (liberation)
  • Strengthen inner peace and self-control

In short, Devuthani Ekadashi is like a divine reset button for both your spiritual and emotional energy.

The Associated Festival: Tulsi Vivah 2025 Date and Muhurat

Right after Devuthani Ekadashi comes the heartwarming Tulsi Vivah, celebrated on the next day, which will be on Sunday, November 2, 2025.

A lot of people tend to mash up these two festive days, Dev Uthani Ekadashi and Tulsi Vivah, like they’re a combo deal. But nope, they’re actually two different occasions! Dev Uthani Ekadashi happens on the eleventh lunar day of the Hindu month of Kartik, while Tulsi Vivah is observed on the twelfth lunar day. So yeah, close, but not twins!

This is the symbolic wedding of Goddess Tulsi (the holy basil plant) with Lord Vishnu, often represented as Shaligram (a sacred black stone). The ceremony marks the official start of the wedding season in Hindu tradition.

Families decorate their Tulsi plant like a bride, with bangles, sarees, Chunri, turmeric, and flowers. The Shaligram or Vishnu idol is dressed like the groom. After a small puja, the marriage is performed amid chants, diyas, and laughter. Yes, it’s a mini spiritual wedding right at home!

The best time (Muhurat) for Tulsi Vivah usually falls in the evening after sunset, during the Pradosh Kaal, as per your local panchang. It’s one of the most joyous and auspicious moments of the year.

Dos and Don’ts, on Dev Uthani Ekadashi

So, you’re planning to observe Devuthani Ekadashi 2025? Here’s a little spiritual guide for you to follow.

Dos

• Wake up early, take a holy bath, and pray to Lord Vishnu.
• Read or chant the Vishnu Sahasranama.
• Offer Daan (charity) like food, clothes, or anything to help someone in need.
• Keep your thoughts pure and positive.
• Eat light, sattvik food if you’re not doing a complete fast.
• If you are fasting, you can consume “Falahaar”.

Don’ts

• Avoid rice, grains, onion, and garlic; these are traditionally not eaten on Ekadashi
• Skip day-sleeping (yep, no sneaky afternoon naps)
• Stay away from harsh speech, lies, or gossip
• Avoid starting any new work until after the Parana

Remember, this day is less about strict rules and more about devotion, discipline, and awaking your inner peace.

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Devuthani Ekadashi 2025, falling on November 2, is beyond a day of fasting; it’s a celebration of renewal, hope, and spiritual awakening. As Lord Vishnu rises from his divine rest, this sacred day invites you to refresh your faith and reconnect with the positive flow of life. May this Ekadashi bring you lasting happiness, inner peace, and prosperity, filling your heart with devotion and your home with divine blessings.