Chaturmas, a spiritually significant four-month period in the Hindu calendar, will commence this year on 6th July 2025, aligning with the sacred occasion of Devshayani Ekadashi. The term Chaturmas means “four months,” during which Lord Vishnu is believed to enter a cosmic slumber in the Ksheer Sagar (ocean of milk). This period concludes on 1st November 2025, when Devutthani Ekadashi marks the moment of his awakening.
Traditionally, Chaturmas coincides with India’s monsoon season and is regarded as an auspicious time for introspection, discipline, and devotion. Throughout these months, many devotees undertake vows (vrats) and adopt dietary restrictions-such as avoiding non-vegetarian food, onion, garlic, and in some cases, grains. These practices are believed to purify the mind and body, strengthen willpower, and deepen spiritual connection.
What is the significance of Chaturmas?
Chaturmas holds particular importance for saints, yogis, and religious scholars. During this period, they remain settled in one place rather than traveling. This custom, rooted in ancient times when rains made journeys difficult, provides an opportunity for monks to engage in continuous chanting, penance, and meditation while guiding communities through discourses and spiritual teachings.
Several major festivals occur during Chaturmas, enriching its cultural and devotional tapestry. Guru Purnima, Krishna Janmashtami, Raksha Bandhan, Ganesh Chaturthi, Navratri, and Diwali all fall within this period, each offering moments to celebrate faith and heritage while practicing restraint and reflection.
People observe Chaturmas to align themselves with the cycles of nature and the divine order they signify. Spiritually, these four months are seen as an opportunity to overcome negative habits and cultivate virtues such as compassion, humility, and devotion. Engaging in disciplined practices during this time is believed to attract divine blessings, bringing peace, prosperity, and spiritual growth.
As Chaturmas 2025 begins on 6th July, millions of devotees in India and across the world will embark on this sacred journey of simplicity, prayer, and self-transformation, reaffirming the timeless relevance of this revered tradition.
