In Sanatan Dharma, Ekadashi is regarded as the most sacred day for the worship of Lord Shri Hari Vishnu. While every Ekadashi holds unique spiritual importance, Kamika Ekadashi, observed during the Krishna Paksha in the holy month of Shravan, is considered one of the most auspicious and spiritually rewarding.
The holy month of Shravan is regarded as the most sacred time for the worship of Lord Shiva. Throughout this month, Shiva temples are filled with devotees observing fasts, offering prayers, and performing Abhishek.
The resounding chants of “Har-Har Mahadev,” the unwavering faith of Kanwariyas, the throngs of devotees crowding Shiva temples, and the continuous Jalabhishek of the Shivling- the arrival of the month of Shravan marks not merely the beginning of a new month on the calendar but the start of a sacred period of devotion to Shiva, when the entire atmosphere becomes imbued with spirituality.
n Indian Sanatan culture and spiritual traditions, the Guru is accorded a status even higher than that of God. Guru Purnima is the sacred festival dedicated to honoring the Guru, acknowledging their immense importance, and expressing gratitude towards them.
Learn the Ashadha Purnima 2026 date, tithi, Guru Purnima significance, puja rituals, Lord Vishnu worship, and the importance of charity and Annadaan.
Shravan 2026 (30 July – 28 August) is the most sacred month for Shiva worship. Discover why Sawan is special, along with dates, Somvar vrat, Jalabhishek, and the deep spiritual importance of puja and daan.
Chaturmas is ideal for Vishnu puja, Tulsi worship, Ekadashi fasting, satsang, and charity. Devotion, service, and donations yield manifold spiritual merits.
Every Ekadashi is considered dedicated to the worship of Lord Shri Hari Vishnu, the Devshayani Ekadashi—falling during Shukla Paksha of the Ashadha month—holds a particularly special significance.
In Sanatan Dharma, every Amavasya holds special spiritual and religious significance; however, the Amavasya of the Ashadha month is considered exceptionally meritorious.
Yogini Ekadashi 2026 falls during the Krishna Paksha of the Ashadha month; it is considered a highly meritorious Ekadashi fast that attracts the special grace of Lord Vishnu.
Jyeshtha Purnima is also celebrated in many places as Vat Purnima or Vat Savitri Purnima. On this day, married women observe a fast for the long life and unbroken marital bliss (akhand saubhagya) of their husbands and worship the Banyan tree (Vat Vriksha).
Yoga is India’s timeless gift to humanity, offering harmony between the body, mind, and soul. Discover the meaning, history, spiritual significance, and life-changing benefits of Yoga on International Yoga Day 2026.