Ujjain: Programmes held to mark ‘Devshayani Ekadashi’

Ujjain (Madhya Pradesh): On Devshayani Ekadashi, Hari that is Lord Vishnu left for the realm of Hades by handing over the burden of the universe to Har that is. Lord Shiva. On Devshayani Ekadashi, devotees also take bathe in rivers and lakes and do charity. All these things were evident here on Sunday to mark the occasion.

In Sanatan culture, it is believed that Lord Vishnu resides in the realm of Hades for four months. Since the operation of the universe is necessary, in such a situation, he gives his burden to Lord Shiva. Due to his absence, auspicious functions were stopped for four months. Hence it is called Devshayani Ekadashi.

However, there is a scientific aspect to it. As this is the rainy season there are chances that any work would get obstructed due to heavy rains. Similarly, the gastric fire of the human body also slows down during this time. Therefore, this period has been associated with the sleeping of the Gods.

Pandit Ritesh Trivedi said that the auspicious work starts again from Dev Uthani Ekadashi. It is also told about Devshayani Ekadashi that Chaturmas starts from this day itself. Devotees can do self-study during these four months by staying in their homes.