Shravana Putrada Ekadashi 2025: Date, Timings, Rituals & Spiritual Significance
When is Shravana Putrada Ekadashi 2025?
Shravana Putrada Ekadashi, a highly auspicious day in the Hindu calendar, is being observed this year on Tuesday, August 5, 2025. Devotees observe a strict fast and engage in prayers to Lord Vishnu, seeking blessings especially for progeny and family prosperity.
Vrat Timings:
Ekadashi Tithi Begins: August 4, 2025, at 11:41 AM
Ekadashi Tithi Ends: August 5, 2025, at 1:12 PM
Parana (Breaking the Fast): August 6, between 5:45 AM and 8:26 AM
Parana is performed only after sunrise and after completing morning rituals and prayers to Lord Vishnu.
Significance of Shravana Putrada Ekadashi
The word Putrada means “giver of sons” or “child-bestowing.” According to Hindu scriptures, childless couples or those seeking the well-being of their children observe this Ekadashi with complete devotion.
Shravana Putrada Ekadashi holds special significance for:
Seeking blessings for offspring
Praying for the health and future of one’s children
Attaining peace, prosperity, and spiritual merit (punya)
It is believed that by observing this fast with sincerity, one can remove sins from past lives and ensure the spiritual progress of their family.
Rituals and Practices
Fasting (Vrat):
Devotees observe a complete fast (nirjala) or consume only fruits and milk. Some may observe a partial fast with a single meal (ekadashi vrat).
Worship of Lord Vishnu:
Special prayers and bhajans are dedicated to Lord Vishnu. Temples are decorated, and devotees recite the Vishnu Sahasranama or Bhagavad Gita chapters.
Charity and Acts of Kindness:
Offering food, clothes, or donations to Brahmins, the poor, or cows is considered extremely auspicious.
Mythological Story Behind the Ekadashi
According to the Bhavishya Purana, a king named Mahijit and his queen were childless. Following sage Lomesh’s advice, they observed Shravana Putrada Ekadashi with full devotion. As a result, they were blessed with a son. Since then, this Ekadashi has been especially popular among childless couples.
Why You Should Observe It
In today’s fast-paced world, traditions like Shravana Putrada Ekadashi offer a moment of pause reminding us to focus on family values, gratitude, and spiritual discipline. Whether you’re observing for children, peace of mind, or spiritual growth, this day is a divine opportunity for renewal.
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