Devuthni Ekadashi 2025: Significance, Katha, Benefits, Remedies & Auspicious Marriage Dates after Dev Uthani Ekadashi

Devuthni Ekadashi, also known as Prabodhini Ekadashi or Dev Uthani Ekadashi, is one of the most sacred Ekadashis in the Hindu calendar. It marks the awakening of Lord Vishnu from His cosmic sleep (Yoga Nidra) that began on Dev Shayani Ekadashi, four months earlier. These four months, known as Chaturmas, are considered a spiritually powerful yet dormant phase, during which no major auspicious or marriage ceremonies are performed. In 2025, Devuthni Ekadashi will be observed on Saturday, 1st November 2025. This Ekadashi brings a surge of divine energy back into the universe, symbolizing new beginnings, prosperity, and the resumption of all auspicious works like marriages, Griha Pravesh, and religious rituals.

Devuthani Ekadashi Date and Auspicious Time

• Date: Saturday, November 1, 2025
• Ekadashi Tithi Begins: 09:11 AM (November 1)
• Ekadashi Tithi Ends: 07:31 AM (November 2)
• Parana (Time to break the fast): 06:34 AM to 08:46 AM (November 2)

Significance of Devuthni Ekadashi

According to Hindu beliefs, Lord Vishnu, the preserver of the universe, sleeps in the Ksheer Sagar (cosmic ocean of milk) on Dev Shayani Ekadashi (in the month of Ashadha) and wakes up after four months on Kartik Shukla Ekadashi, Devuthni Ekadashi. During this time, Lord Vishnu is believed to be resting on the divine serpent Sheshnag.

The awakening of Lord Vishnu signifies the restoration of universal balance, renewal of life energy, and activation of auspiciousness on Earth. It also marks the end of Chaturmas, a time when saints, devotees, and householders refrain from initiating new ventures, marriages, or sacred rituals.

From Devuthni Ekadashi onward, devotees can once again perform auspicious activities, start new businesses, plan marriages, or conduct housewarmings and sacred Yajnas.

Spiritual Meaning

Devuthni Ekadashi represents the awakening of spiritual consciousness within human beings. As Lord Vishnu awakens from His cosmic rest, it encourages devotees to awaken their inner wisdom, remove negativity, and begin anew with a clear and divine mindset.

Astrological Importance

Astrologically, this day brings a boost of positive planetary energy. Jupiter (Guru) and Venus (Shukra), both significators of prosperity, marriage, and spirituality, play key roles. Performing prayers and rituals on this day removes planetary doshas, especially related to Vishnu’s ruling planets Mercury and Jupiter, enhancing spiritual growth and fortune.

Katha of Devuthni Ekadashi

The story of Devuthni Ekadashi is described in the Padma Purana and Skanda Purana. Once, the demon king Bali gained immense power and defeated the Devas, ruling the three worlds. To restore balance, Lord Vishnu took the Vamana (dwarf Brahmin) avatar and went to King Bali to ask for three steps of land as donation. Bali, being a devotee of Vishnu, agreed. The Lord then expanded to His Trivikrama (giant) form, covering heaven and earth in two steps, and with the third step, Bali offered his own head.

Pleased by his devotion, Lord Vishnu granted Bali a boon to rule Patal Lok and promised to stay with him for four months every year. During this time, Lord Vishnu sleeps in Bali’s realm, marking Dev Shayani Ekadashi. After four months, on Devuthni Ekadashi, Lord Vishnu awakens and returns to His divine abode, Vaikuntha, symbolizing the restoration of dharma and cosmic order.

Rituals and Puja Vidhi of Devuthni Ekadashi 2025

Performing the Devuthni Ekadashi Vrat with devotion brings spiritual merit equivalent to performing many Yajnas.

1. Early Morning Rituals

• Wake up before sunrise and take a holy bath, preferably in the Ganga, Yamuna, or at home with Ganga Jal.
• Wear clean yellow or white clothes symbolizing purity and divinity.
• Light a ghee lamp and incense before Lord Vishnu’s idol.

2. Fasting (Vrat)

• Devotees observe a strict fast, consuming only fruits, milk, or water, and abstaining from grains and salt.
• The fast begins on Ekadashi sunrise and ends on Dwadashi morning (next day) after offering prayers to Lord Vishnu.

3. Tulsi Vivah (Marriage of Tulsi and Vishnu)

• Devuthni Ekadashi also marks the auspicious celebration of Tulsi Vivah, the symbolic wedding of Tulsi (holy basil) and Lord Vishnu (in the form of Shaligram or Shaligram Shila).
• This event represents the divine union of Lakshmi and Vishnu, and performing Tulsi Vivah at home is believed to remove marital obstacles and bring harmony in relationships.

4. Dev Uthani Ritual

Devotees perform the ritual of “Uthapana” (awakening the Lord) by placing an image or idol of Lord Vishnu on a wooden plank (chowki) decorated with flowers, Tulsi leaves, and rangoli.

Then, the devotee chants:

• "Om Namo Bhagavate Vasudevaya" and offers prayers saying: “Utho Deva, Baitho Deva, Tumhari Neend Puri Huyi” (Lord, please wake up, your rest is complete.)
• After this, an Aarti is performed, followed by bhajans and Vishnu Sahasranama recitation.

Benefits of Observing Devuthni Ekadashi

1. Spiritual Benefits

• Purifies the mind and soul by removing sins accumulated over lifetimes.
• Awakens spiritual consciousness and enhances meditation powers.
• Brings the blessings of Lord Vishnu and Goddess Lakshmi together.

2. Health Benefits

• Fasting on Ekadashi helps in the detoxification of the body.
• It promotes physical lightness and emotional stability.
• It’s considered an ideal day for mental rejuvenation.

3. Financial and Material Gains

• Those who perform Vishnu puja and Tulsi Vivah are blessed with prosperity, success, and abundance.
• It brings stability in business and removes financial obstacles.
• Enhances opportunities for new beginnings and expansions.

4. Relationship and Marriage Harmony

• Observing Devuthni Ekadashi removes delays in marriage.
• Improves mutual understanding between partners.
• The Tulsi Vivah ritual brings divine blessings for a happy and stable marital life.

Remedies to Perform on Devuthni Ekadashi 2025

1. Offer Tulsi Leaves to Lord Vishnu:

• Helps in removing negativity and attracts divine grace.

2. Recite Vishnu Sahasranama:

• Enhances peace, removes planetary doshas, especially related to Mercury and Jupiter.

 3. Donate to Brahmins and Poor People:

• Offer food, clothes, and Dakshina, this act brings blessings of prosperity.

4. Perform Tulsi Vivah at Home:

• Especially beneficial for unmarried girls and couples facing relationship issues.

5. Light a Ghee Lamp Near Tulsi Plant in the Evening:

• Invites Goddess Lakshmi into the household.

6. Chant “Om Namo Bhagavate Vasudevaya” 108 times:

• It purifies the aura and strengthens your spiritual energy.

Do’s and Don’ts on Devuthni Ekadashi

Do’s

• Wake up early, maintain cleanliness, and observe complete celibacy.
• Offer yellow flowers, fruits, and sweets like Panchamrit or Kheer to Lord Vishnu.
• Keep a pure and calm mind throughout the day.
• Perform Tulsi Vivah with devotion if possible.
• Feed cows, Brahmins, and needy people.

Don’ts

• Avoid consuming rice, grains, or lentils.
• Do not use harsh language or engage in anger, gossip, or negativity.
• Avoid alcohol, meat, or any kind of tamasic food.
• Do not sleep during the daytime on Ekadashi, it is considered inauspicious.
• Avoid cutting nails or hair on this day.

Best Marriage Dates after Devuthni Ekadashi 2025

After Devuthni Ekadashi, the auspicious period for marriages resumes, and several Shubh Vivah Muhurats fall in November and December 2025.

Auspicious Marriage Dates after Devuthni Ekadashi 2025:

• November 2025: 7, 8, 10, 12, 17, 19, 22, 25, 27, 29 (Revati, Ashwini, Rohini)  
• December 2025:  2, 3, 5, 8, 10, 11, 14, 17, 18, 20 (Mrigashira, Punarvasu, Pushya)

All these dates fall after Devuthni Ekadashi, when the Dev Uthani Muhurat reopens the divine window for auspicious beginnings. Performing marriage ceremonies during these dates brings blessings of Lord Vishnu and Goddess Lakshmi, ensuring a lifetime of prosperity and happiness.

Astrological Nakshatra Effects on Devuthni Ekadashi 2025

In 2025, Devuthni Ekadashi falls under the influence of the Uttara Bhadrapada Nakshatra, ruled by Saturn and associated with deep spirituality, patience, and divine awakening.

Effects of Nakshatra:

• Brings spiritual maturity and a desire for peace.
• Ideal for performing religious rituals and cleansing karmic debts.
• Supports people involved in spiritual, research, or healing professions.
• Favors stability, focus, and long-term achievements.

Planetary Alignment Influence:

With Jupiter aspecting Venus around this period, it strengthens marital harmony and financial prosperity, making this Ekadashi even more powerful for performing  Tulsi Vivah and starting new ventures.

Conclusion

Devuthni Ekadashi 2025 is not just a festival,  it is a cosmic moment of renewal and awakening. It signifies the end of rest and the beginning of divine activity, prosperity, and auspiciousness. Observing this day with faith helps devotees cleanse their karmas, invite prosperity, and align with divine consciousness. When Lord Vishnu awakens, so does the fortune of His devotees. By observing fast, performing  Tulsi Vivah, offering prayers, and following the do’s and don’ts, one can welcome abundant blessings and divine grace in all aspects of life, health, wealth, love, and spiritual growth.