Important Observance Date and Schedule
The sacred observance of Shravana Putrada Ekadashi will take place on Tuesday, August 5, 2025. Falling in the month of Shravana (monsoon season), this Ekadashi is especially significant for those praying for a child or the wellbeing of their children.
Timings at a Glance:
- Start of Ekadashi Tithi: August 4, 11:41 AM
- End of Ekadashi Tithi: August 5, 1:12 PM
- Parana (Fast Breaking): August 6, between 5:45 AM and 8:26 AM
Why Shravana Putrada Ekadashi Is Spiritually Important
This Ekadashi is uniquely centered around family growth and child-related blessings. The word Putrada means “child-giver”, making this vrat especially relevant to those longing for children or seeking divine protection for their offspring.
Benefits include:
- Blessings for childless couples
- Long life and health for children
- Cleansing of past life sins and family karma
Traditional Practices to Follow on Ekadashi
To receive the full benefits of this vrat, devotees follow a set of spiritual routines with complete sincerity:
1. Sunrise Preparation
The day begins with a purifying bath and a quiet moment of reflection before initiating rituals.
2. Fasting with Devotion
Devotees observe a fast throughout the day. While some choose a nirjala vrat (without food and water), others opt for a phalahar vrat with fruits and milk.
3. Puja of Lord Vishnu
Lord Vishnu is worshipped with offerings of Tulsi, incense, and traditional sweets. Devotees recite mantras or read scriptures like the Vishnu Sahasranama or Bhagavad Gita.
4. Acts of Charity
Giving donations, feeding the poor, or helping animals (especially cows) is a vital part of this day’s ritual.
Ancient Tale: The Blessing of King Mahijit
The origin of this vrat is rooted in the story of King Mahijit, who remained childless for years. Sage Lomesh guided him to observe Shravana Putrada Ekadashi. Through unwavering devotion and observance, the king and queen were eventually blessed with a child by the grace of Lord Vishnu.
This tale has inspired generations to observe the vrat with full faith.
A Deeper Message for the Modern World
In today’s world of fast-paced living, rituals like Shravana Putrada Ekadashi offer more than just religious meaning they provide:
- Time for emotional and spiritual detox
- Opportunity to reflect on family values
- A connection to ancient traditions that promote peace and inner stability
Whether you’re fasting for family, spiritual renewal, or as a form of gratitude, this day offers a profound chance to reconnect with yourself and the divine.
