{"id":28984,"date":"2026-01-05T10:02:07","date_gmt":"2026-01-05T04:32:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.smartpuja.com\/blog\/?p=28984"},"modified":"2026-01-05T10:02:07","modified_gmt":"2026-01-05T04:32:07","slug":"parivartini-ekadashi-vrat-katha-date","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.smartpuja.com\/blog\/parivartini-ekadashi-vrat-katha-date\/","title":{"rendered":"Parivartini Ekadashi 2026: Date, Parana Time, Vrat Katha &#038; Significance"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><script type=\"application\/ld+json\">\n{\n  \"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\",\n  \"@graph\": [\n    {\n      \"@type\": \"Article\",\n      \"headline\": \"Parivartini Ekadashi 2026: Date, Parana Time, Vrat Katha & Significance\",\n      \"description\": \"Parivartini Ekadashi 2026 is on Sept 22. It marks the day Lord Vishnu turns in his sleep. 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The word <em>&#8220;Parivartini&#8221;<\/em> refers to &#8220;turning&#8221; or &#8220;changing.&#8221; It is believed that on this day, Lord Vishnu, who is in Yoga Nidra during Chaturmas, changes his sleeping position from his left side to his right side.<\/p>\n<p>In 2026, Parivartini Ekadashi falls on a <strong>Tuesday<\/strong>. This day is also celebrated as <strong>Vamana Jayanti<\/strong>, as Lord Vishnu&#8217;s Vamana avatar is said to have appeared on this Tithi.<\/p>\n<div style=\"background-color: #fff8e1; border-left: 5px solid #ffb300; padding: 20px; margin: 30px 0; border-radius: 8px; box-shadow: 0 2px 5px rgba(0,0,0,0.05); font-size: 1.05em;\">\n<h3 style=\"margin-top: 0; color: #e65100;\">\ud83d\udcc5 Parivartini Ekadashi 2026 Muhurat<\/h3>\n<ul style=\"list-style: none; padding: 0;\">\n<li style=\"margin-bottom: 10px;\"><strong>Vrat Date:<\/strong> Tuesday, September 22, 2026<\/li>\n<li style=\"margin-bottom: 10px;\"><strong>Parana Time (Break Fast):<\/strong> Sept 23, 06:12 AM to 08:39 AM<\/li>\n<li><strong>Hari Vasara End Time:<\/strong> Sept 23, 09:15 AM<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"font-size: 0.9em; font-style: italic; color: #666; margin-top: 15px; border-top: 1px solid #ffcc80; padding-top: 10px;\"><strong>\u26a0\ufe0f Note:<\/strong> <em>Tithi timings and Parana windows may vary slightly based on your location (sunrise time). Please check your local Panchang for precise timings.<\/em><\/p>\n<hr style=\"border: 0; border-top: 1px dashed #ffb300; margin: 15px 0;\" \/>\n<p><strong>Want to seek blessings from Lord Vishnu?<\/strong><\/p>\n<div style=\"margin-top: 15px;\"><a style=\"display: inline-block; background-color: #d35400; color: #ffffff !important; padding: 10px 25px; border-radius: 50px; text-decoration: none !important; font-weight: bold; font-size: 1em; box-shadow: 0 4px 6px rgba(0,0,0,0.1); transition: transform 0.2s;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.smartpuja.com\/puja-services\/vishnu-sahasranamam-puja\">Book Vishnu Sahasranama Puja<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2 style=\"color: #d35400 !important; font-family: 'Georgia', serif;\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0); color: #ff6600;\">Significance of Parivartini Ekadashi<\/mark><\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Lord Krishna explained the importance of this day to King Yudhishthira. He stated that observing this fast grants the same merit as performing the <strong>Vajapeya Yajna<\/strong>. Worshiping Lord Vamana (the dwarf incarnation) on this day liberates a person from all sins and grants them a place in Vaikuntha. It is also believed to bring rain and prosperity to the land.<\/p>\n<h2 style=\"color: #d35400 !important; font-family: 'Georgia', serif;\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0); color: #ff6600;\">Parivartini Ekadashi Vrat Katha (Vamana Avatar Story)<\/mark><\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>The legend associated with this day is of <strong>King Bali<\/strong> (grandson of Prahlada). Though born in a demon (Asura) lineage, Bali was a great devotee of Lord Vishnu. Through his penance and strength, he conquered the three worlds, displacing Indra from Heaven.<\/p>\n<p>To restore balance, Lord Vishnu incarnated as <strong>Vamana<\/strong>, a dwarf Brahmin boy. He approached King Bali during a Yajna and asked for alms\u2014just three paces of land measured by his small feet. The generous King Bali agreed, despite his Guru Shukracharya&#8217;s warning.<\/p>\n<p>Lord Vamana then grew to a cosmic size (Trivikrama). With his first step, he covered the Earth; with the second, the Heavens. When he asked where to place his third step, King Bali humbly offered his own head.<\/p>\n<p>Pleased by Bali&#8217;s surrender, Lord Vishnu placed his foot on Bali&#8217;s head, pushing him to the netherworld (Sutala) but making him the ruler there. He also granted Bali a boon that He (Vishnu) would always be present at his door as a doorkeeper. This event is commemorated on Parivartini Ekadashi.<\/p>\n<div style=\"text-align: center; margin: 40px 0;\"><a style=\"display: inline-block; background-color: #ff6600; color: #ffffff !important; padding: 16px 35px; border-radius: 50px; text-decoration: none !important; font-weight: bold; font-size: 1.1em; text-align: center; box-shadow: 0 4px 15px rgba(255, 102, 0, 0.4); transition: transform 0.2s;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.smartpuja.com\/puja-services\/vishnu-sahasranamam-puja\">Book Vishnu Sahasranamam Puja<\/a><\/div>\n<h2 style=\"color: #d35400 !important; font-family: 'Georgia', serif;\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0); color: #ff6600;\">Puja Vidhi for Parivartini Ekadashi<\/mark><\/strong><\/h2>\n<ol>\n<li><strong>Morning Bath:<\/strong> Wake up early and take a bath with Kusha grass in the water.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Vamana Worship:<\/strong> Place an idol of Lord Vamana or Lord Vishnu. Offer Tulsi, yogurt, and silver coins (if possible).<\/li>\n<li><strong>Mantra:<\/strong> Chant <em>&#8220;Om Namo Bhagavate Vasudevaya&#8221;<\/em> or the Vamana Mantra <em>&#8220;Om Vamanaya Namah&#8221;<\/em>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Offerings:<\/strong> Since it is Bhadrapada month, offering curd (Dahi) to the Lord is considered auspicious.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Parana:<\/strong> Break the fast the next morning (Dwadashi) after feeding a Brahmin.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<div style=\"background: #e0f7fa; border: 1px solid #b2ebf2; padding: 15px; border-radius: 8px; margin: 30px 0; text-align: center;\"><strong>\ud83d\uddd3\ufe0f Looking for other dates?<\/strong><br \/>\nCheck the complete list of 26 Ekadashis this year in our master guide.<\/p>\n<p><a style=\"color: #006064; font-weight: bold; text-decoration: underline; font-size: 1.1em;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.smartpuja.com\/blog\/ekadashi-dates-2026-vrat-calendar\/\">View All Ekadashi Dates 2026 \u2192<\/a><\/div>\n<h2 style=\"color: #d35400 !important; font-family: 'Georgia', serif;\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0); color: #ff6600;\">Frequently Asked Questions<\/mark><\/strong><\/h2>\n<div class=\"schema-faq wp-block-yoast-faq-block\">\n<div class=\"schema-faq-section\" style=\"margin-bottom: 20px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee; padding-bottom: 10px;\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\" style=\"font-size: 1.1em; color: #333; display: block; margin-bottom: 5px;\">1. When is Parivartini Ekadashi 2026?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Parivartini Ekadashi falls on <strong>Tuesday, September 22, 2026<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"schema-faq-section\" style=\"margin-bottom: 20px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee; padding-bottom: 10px;\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\" style=\"font-size: 1.1em; color: #333; display: block; margin-bottom: 5px;\">2. What is the significance of the sleeping posture change?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">It signifies a change in the state of the universe&#8217;s energy. Worshipping the Lord during this &#8220;turn&#8221; (Parivartan) is believed to bring positive changes in the devotee&#8217;s life.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"schema-faq-section\" style=\"margin-bottom: 20px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee; padding-bottom: 10px;\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\" style=\"font-size: 1.1em; color: #333; display: block; margin-bottom: 5px;\">3. Can we consume curd on Parivartini Ekadashi?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Yes, unlike milk which is sometimes avoided in Shravana, curd is a recommended offering and food item (for Phalahar) in Bhadrapada month.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Parivartini Ekadashi 2026 (Sept 22): Why does Lord Vishnu change his sleeping position during Chaturmas? Known as Parsva Ekadashi, this day signifies a divine shift. It is also celebrated as the appearance day of the Vamana Avatar. 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