Hanuman Jayanti is a very important festival in the Hindu religion. It is commemorated with great fanfare around the country. Lord Hanuman’s devotees observe the day by keeping fast, visiting temples, offering puja, and decorating their place of worship among others. This sacred occasion is also referred to as Hanuman Janamotsav, Anjaneya Jayanti, Hanumath Jayanti, and Bajrangbali Jayanti.
Hanuman Jayanti is celebrated on the Purnima Tithi of Shukla Paksha of the Chaitra month, according to the Hindu calendar. Lord Hanuman, born to Mata Anjana and Kesari, is also referred to as the Wind God’s son (Vayu Deva). As per Hindu mythology, Lord Hanuman is an avatar of Lord Vishnu and a devout follower of Lord Rama. He represents courage, bravery, and strength.
When Is Hanuman Jayanti? April 23 or 24
According to Drik Panchang, Hanuman Jayanti will be celebrated on Tuesday, April 23, 2024. The Purnima Tithi will start at 03:25 on April 23 and end at 05:18 on April 24.
Hanuman Jayanti 2024: History And Significance
Hanuman Jayanti marks the birth anniversary of Lord Hanuman, a devout follower of Lord Rama and one of the principal figures in the Hindu epic Ramayana. As a result, Lord Hanuman’s birth date is associated with Lord Ram’s era. According to Drik Panchang, Lord Hanuman was born just after sunrise on Mangalwar (Tuesday) during Chaitra Purnima. He was born in Mesha Lagna and Chitra Nakshatra.
Lord Hanuman is supposed to be an avatar of Mahadeva and the holder of Ashta Siddhi and Nav Nidhi. He symbolises unending vitality, loyalty, and dedication. Praying to Lord Hanuman promotes harmony, power, and success in one’s life.
Hanuman Jayanti 2024: Shubh Muhurat
According to Drik Panchang, devotees who are going to celebrate Hanuman Jayanti should be aware of the following Shubh Muhurat timings:
- Brahma Muhurta – 4:20 AM to 5:04 AM
- Abhijit – 11:53 AM to 12:46 PM
- Godhuli Muhurta – 6: 50 PM to 7:12 PM
- Amrit Kalam – 3:27 PM to 5:14 PM
- Pratah Sandhya – 4:42 AM to 5:47 AM
- Vijaya Muhurta – 2:30 PM to 3:23 PM
- Sayahna Sandhya – 6:52 PM to 7:57 PM
- Nishita Muhurta – 11:57 PM to 00:41 AM (April 24).
Hanuman Jayanti 2024: Puja Vidhi
Lord Hanuman’s puja begins with washing one’s hands, then taking fresh water and flowers in the right hand and reading the Sankalpa Mantra. After performing the Avahan Mudra, devotees meditate in front of Lord Hanuman’s idol. The seat is then dedicated to Lord Hanuman, and the idol’s feet are washed with water. The idol of Lord Hanuman is washed with milk, curd, honey, ghee, and sugar. It is then offered clothes, perfume, unbroken rice, and flowers. After that, the puja is complete.
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