Dev Uthani Ekadashi
देव उठनी एकादशी • Deva Utthānī Ekādaśī
"The Eleventh day when Gods Awaken"
Timing & Schedule
Presiding Deity
Mythology & Legends
Marks the awakening of Lord Vishnu from his four-month cosmic sleep (Yoga Nidra) that began on Devshayani Ekadashi.
Vishnu's Awakening
Lord Vishnu sleeps on the cosmic ocean (Kshirsagar) on Sheshanaga for four months starting Devshayani Ekadashi. On this day, he awakens (Prabodhini/Uthani), marking the resumption of auspicious activities on Earth.
Source: Vishnu Purana
Tulsi Vivah
The marriage of Tulsi (holy basil) with Shaligram (representing Vishnu) is performed on this day. Tulsi was cursed to become a plant, and Vishnu promised to marry her in this form. Their marriage marks the beginning of the Hindu wedding season.
Source: Padma Purana
End of Chaturmas
The four-month Chaturmas period of restrictions ends. Sadhus who stayed in one place can resume wandering. All auspicious activities like weddings can now begin.
Source: Dharmasindhu
Dev Uthani Ekadashi marks the cosmic shift from the period of divine rest to activity. It's the first day when weddings and other auspicious ceremonies can be performed after the Chaturmas restriction.
Rituals & Puja
Preparation
- Preparing for Tulsi Vivah
- Decorating Tulsi plant
- Arranging wedding items for Tulsi-Shaligram
- Preparing for Vishnu Puja
Main Rituals
Vishnu Jagaran
Ceremonial awakening of Lord Vishnu
Timing: Brahma Muhurta
Tulsi Vivah
Marriage of Tulsi plant with Shaligram
Timing: Evening
Ekadashi Vrat
Complete fasting on Ekadashi
Timing: Entire day
Jagaran
Night vigil with bhajans and kirtans
Timing: Night
Puja Items
Puja Procedure
- 1 Wake early for Vishnu puja
- 2 Bathe and purify
- 3 Perform elaborate Vishnu worship
- 4 Observe Ekadashi fast
- 5 Decorate Tulsi with bridal ornaments
- 6 Perform Tulsi Vivah in evening
- 7 Complete wedding rituals
- 8 Stay awake for night vigil
- 9 Break fast next morning (Dwadashi Parana)
Mantras
Vishnu mantras
Ekadashi mantras
Tulsi Vivah mantras
Food & Celebrations
Traditional Celebrations
- Vishnu temple worship
- Tulsi Vivah celebrations
- Beginning of wedding season
- Night vigils with bhajans
Special Foods
Prasad: Tulsi leaves, fruits
Decorations
Activities
- Ekadashi fasting
- Tulsi Vivah attendance
- Temple visits
- Night-long bhajan sessions
Fasting (Vrat)
| Required | Yes |
| Type | Complete Ekadashi fast (Nirjala or fruit-based) |
| Breaking | Dwadashi Parana - next day within specified time |
Regional Variations
Dev Uthani / Devotthan Ekadashi
Local Name: Dev Uthani / Devotthan Ekadashi
- Tulsi Vivah major event
- Wedding season begins
- Major temple celebrations
Tulsi Vivah
Local Name: Tulsi Vivah
- Elaborate Tulsi marriage
- Community celebrations
- Beginning of weddings
Uttana Ekadashi
Local Name: Uttana Ekadashi
- Tulsi Vivah
- Temple festivities
- Agricultural significance
Dev Uthani Ekadashi
Local Name: Dev Uthani Ekadashi
- Major Vishwanath temple celebrations
- Ganga aarti special
Astrological Significance
Benefits
Spiritual Benefits
- Vishnu's full blessings as he awakens
- Great merit from Ekadashi fast
- Tulsi Vivah grants marriage blessings
Material Benefits
- Beginning of auspicious period
- Wedding blessings
- New ventures can begin
Religious Benefits
- Completes Chaturmas observance
- Merit equal to performing many yagnas
- Fulfillment of desires
