Hanuman Jayanti, one of the most significant festivals in Hinduism, is celebrated with great fervor every year. This sacred occasion marks the birth of Lord Hanuman, a revered figure known for his devotion to Lord Rama. On this auspicious day, devotees observe rituals and pujas and seek blessings for courage, prosperity, and success. Hanuman Jayanti will be celebrated on Tuesday, April 23, 2024, and the auspicious timings have been listed for the convenience of devotees.
Hanuman Jayanti, a highly revered festival in Hinduism, commemorates the birth of Lord Hanuman, the beloved deity known for his unwavering devotion to Lord Rama. Celebrated with great enthusiasm annually, this auspicious occasion holds immense significance for devotees seeking courage, prosperity, and success.
Lord Hanuman, an extraordinary figure in Hindu mythology, emerged from the union of Anjana and Kesari. His birth was accompanied by divine phenomena, and his unparalleled strength and unwavering devotion to Lord Rama made him a legendary figure.
Hanuman Jayanti is celebrated on Chaitra Purnima, the full moon day in the Hindu month of Chaitra. This year, Hanuman Jayanti falls on Tuesday, April 23, 2024.
Devotees observe Hanuman Jayanti with a range of rituals and pujas. Temples and homes are adorned with images of Lord Hanuman, and special offerings of sweets, prasad, and flowers are made.
Traditional rituals include:
Hanuman Jayanti is not merely a festival but a day to seek divine blessings and celebrate the ideals that Lord Hanuman represents:
1. Who is Hanuman, and why is he worshipped? Hanuman is a Hindu deity known for his exceptional strength, loyalty to Lord Rama, and wisdom. He is worshipped for protection, courage, and prosperity.
2. When is Hanuman Jayanti celebrated? Hanuman Jayanti falls on Chaitra Purnima, the full moon day in the Hindu month of Chaitra, typically in late March or early April.
3. How is Hanuman Jayanti celebrated? Devotees observe Hanuman Jayanti with pujas, rituals, recitations of the Hanuman Chalisa, and offerings of sweets and flowers.
4. What are the benefits of worshipping Lord Hanuman? Worshipping Lord Hanuman can bring blessings of courage, strength, protection, success, and spiritual growth.
5. What are some historical events related to Lord Hanuman? Lord Hanuman played a pivotal role in the Ramayana epic, including the abduction of Sita, the battle of Lanka, and the eventual victory of Lord Rama.
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