Vishnu Sahasranama Jayanti is the most auspicious day during when Vishnu Sahasranamam was revealed by Bhishma to Pandavas. In fact Bhishma pitamaha was united with the Lord on Bhishmashtami day. Before his last breath, Bhishma prayed to the Lord with 1000 names of Vishnu and those names have become famous after his death.
But, this Magh Shukla Ekadasi has become popular as Vishnu Sahasranama Jayanti. Vishnu Sahastanama Jayanti 2026 date is January 29.
Vishnu Sahasranama stotram is the most chanted or recited stotram dedicated Lord Vishnu. This prayer of 1000 names of the Lord is chanted on all Ekadasi vratas.
Bhishma Ekadashi vratam is one of the most observed Ekadasi fasting. This festival is known as Jaya Ekadasi in North India and Bhoumi Ekadasi in Orissa.
Date and timing
It falls on Bhishma Ekadashi (Magha Shukla Paksha Ekadashi), observed on Thursday, January 29, 2026, with Ekadashi tithi from around 4:35 PM January 28 to 1:55 PM January 29; parana on January 30 from 7:13 AM to 9:29 AM.
Significance
This day honors the revelation of Vishnu Sahasranama as a powerful hymn for protection, moksha, and bhakti; observing it during Uttarayana amplifies its punya, linking to Bhishma’s dharma-nishtha and Vishnu’s grace.
Key observances
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Recite Vishnu Sahasranama (full parayana or key shlokas) during puja of Narayana/Krishna with tulsi, chandan, and sattvic naivedya.
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Combine with Ekadashi vrat (phalahar or nirjala), jagaran bhajans, and daan for pitru-shanti and vow-strength like Bhishma.