Let us talk about longing. Not the dramatic pining-for-your-ex type (though we see you, Cancer moons), but the deep, quiet ache for something the heart has yearned for years. For some, it’s the dream job; for others, it’s the child they have been waiting to hold. Enter: Shravana Putrada Ekadashi, a spiritual hotline straight to Lord Vishnu himself, especially for couples who dream of parenthood. Now, don’t let the word Putrada throw you off. It literally means ‘giver of a son’, but the essence is broader. Think of it as a blessing for continuity, legacy, and love in physical form. In short, this is one of those sacred days that is less about dogma and more about desire: pure, hopeful, and painfully human.

Shravana Putrada Ekadashi: When the universe presses ‘reply all’

This year, Shravana Putrada Ekadashi falls on August 5, 2025, with fast-breaking (Parana) time stretching from 5:45 am to 8:26 am on August 6. In the cosmic schedule, that is prime time for wishes, prayers, and recalibration. Especially if you are trying to build a family or heal from the ache of not having one. This day has a certain golden aura in the Hindu calendar, especially in North India. It is not just about the fast; it is about intention, purification, and planting spiritual seeds. Also known as Pavitropana Ekadashi, it is an occasion where Vishnu devotees across the country tune into the divine frequency of hope.

One king’s karma, and the power of vrat

Time for a little mythology. Long ago, there was a king named Mahijit, a just and kind ruler, but childless. No heir, no legacy, and a heart weighed down by grief. His people, concerned and loyal (honestly, where do we find subjects like that these days?), consulted the wise sage Lomesh. Turns out, in his past life, the king had committed a seemingly minor act of selfishness, chasing away a thirsty cow and calf from a pond. A karmic boomerang, that one. The sage told them that only observing the Shravana Putrada Ekadashi Vrat with full sincerity could cleanse that karmic stain and bless him with a child. The king fasted, and so did his queen. So did his people, who even offered their earned merits to their ruler. As a result, one joyful royal cradle rocked a few months later. No, you don’t need to be royalty to observe this fast. But what you do need is faith, intention, and a little help from someone (or something) who knows their way around the cosmos. Hint: Agastyaa’s always ready to whisper divine timing right into your smartphone. Just open Astrosure.ai and ask.

Benefits of Shravana Putrada Ekadashi

• Brings blessings for healthy, wise, and dharmic children

• Offers deep emotional healing for parents and families

• Clears karmic blocks related to childbirth or parenting

• Strengthens bonds between generations—spiritually and emotionally

• Helps couples seeking fertility or family harmony

• Supports mental clarity and spiritual discipline through fasting

• A powerful day to release guilt, regrets, or family burdens

• Aligns you with Vishnu’s protective and nurturing energy

• Enhances intuitive strength and inner peace

How to observe this vrat

This is not your regular skip-a-meal-and-scroll-Instagram kind of fast. This is sacred. Here is how to observe Shravana Putrada Ekadashi like you mean it:

• The Day Before (Dashami): Eat just one light, sattvik (pure vegetarian) meal before sunset. No garlic, no onion, and definitely no Netflix binges.

• Ekadashi Morning: Wake up before sunrise, take a holy bath (even a warm bucket bath with tulsi leaves counts), and take a Sankalp, a heartfelt vow to fast with purpose.

• The Fast: Go full Nirjala (without food or water) if you can, or opt for a fruit-and-milk fast. Consult Agastyaa on AstroSure.ai for fasting variations based on your health and horoscope.

• The Rituals: Worship Lord Shridhar (a loving form of Vishnu) with flowers, incense, mantras, and lots of devotion. Chant Vishnu Sahasranama or read the Bhagavad Gita.

• The Night: No naps, no gossip, and no scrolling into oblivion. Spend the night in prayer or spiritual reading. You are cleansing lifetimes here, not just burning calories.

• Parana (Breaking the Fast): Do it after sunrise the next day (Dwadashi), before 8:26 am. Offer prasad, charity, and heartfelt thanks.

Why this Ekadashi is about more than just having kids

Look, not everyone wants a child, and that’s okay. This day isn’t just about babies. It is about anything you are trying to bring into your life that feels just out of reach. If you have felt spiritually blocked or emotionally stuck, this Ekadashi is your cosmic unblocker. Even astrologically, this is a high-vibration day. With Shravan ruled by the Moon and Vishnu being the preserver of harmony, it is the ideal time to plant new karmic seeds and clean out old baggage.

And if you are confused about what to ask for, when to fast, or how to do it right, well, Agastyaa on Astrosure.ai has your back. Just tap, type, and trust.

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