Hanuman Jayanti is one of the most widely celebrated Hindu festivals and it commemorates the birth anniversary of Lord Hanuman who is known as Vanara God (Monkey God) and most popularly known as an ardent devotee of Lord Rama.
The festival is observed on the full moon day of the Hindu lunar month of Chaitra which falls in March or April as per the Gregorian calendar. This year, it falls on April 6, 2023.
Apart from being the most loyal and devoted follower of Lord Ram, Lord Hanuman is considered a symbol of strength, selfless service, humility, devotion, and loyalty. He is also known for his immense devotion to Lord Rama and played a crucial role in the epic Ramayana. He is also believed to possess great physical strength and supernatural powers.
Hanuman Jayanti is a significant festival in Hinduism, and it is believed that worshipping Lord Hanuman on this day can help overcome obstacles and lead to success and prosperity.
HANUMAN JAYANTI 2023 SHUBH MUHURAT
The auspicious occasion of Hanuman Jayanti in 2023 will be celebrated on April 6 2023. The Purnima Tithi begins at 09:19 AM on April 05, 2023, and end at 10:04 AM on April 06, 2023. As per the scriptures, Lord Hanuman is believed to be born at Sunrise on Purnima Tithi. So, Hanuman Jayanti will be celebrated on April 6 as per Sunrise timing.
Purnima Tithi begins April 05, 2023 at 09:19 AM
Purnima Tithi ends April 06, 2023 at 10:04 AM
HANUMAN JAYANTI 2023 PUJA MUHURAT
6 April 2023 06:06 AM to 07:40 AM
6 April 2023 10:49 AM to 12:23 PM
6 April 2023 12:23 PM to 01:58 PM
6 April 2023 01:58 PM to 03:32 PM
6 April 2023 05:07 PM to 06:41 PM
6 April 2023 06:41 PM to 08:07 PM
HANUMAN JAYANTI 2023 SIGNIFICANCE
Hanuman Jayanti is one of the most important festivals for Hindus across the world and it is believed that worshipping Lord Hanuman on this day brings good luck, prosperity, and success.
The festival also symbolises the victory of good over evil.
For those unaware, Lord Hanuman played a vital role in the epic Ramayana, where he helped Lord Ram in his quest to rescue his wife from the clutches of the demon king Ravana.
Lord Hanuman's unflinching devotion and loyalty to Lord Rama is always lauded and thus the festival of Hanuman Jayanti.
HANUMAN JAYANTI 2023 PUJA VIDHI
The festival honours Lord Hanuman’s devotion to Lord Rama, and the monkey god is revered for his strength, devotion, and courage. The festival usually falls on the full moon day of the Hindu month of Chaitra, which is in April or May according to the Gregorian calendar.
Here’s a brief overview of the Hanuman Jayanti puja vidhi:
1. Clean the puja room and decorate it with flowers and rangoli.
2. Place a picture or idol of Lord Hanuman on a clean altar.
3. Offer flowers, fruits, and sweets to the deity and light a diya (lamp).
4. Recite the Hanuman Chalisa and other Hanuman mantras, such as the Hanuman Ashtak or the Bajrang Baan.
5. Perform aarti by lighting the camphor and waving it in front of the deity.
6. Offer prasad to Lord Hanuman and distribute it among the devotees.
7. Finally, seek the blessings of Lord Hanuman and ask for his protection and guidance.
This is a basic puja vidhi on Hanuman Jayanti, but there may be variations depending on the region and tradition. It is important to perform the puja with devotion and purity of heart and to seek the blessings of Lord Hanuman for strength, courage, and success in life.
MANTRAS TO CHANT FOR LORD HANUMAN’S BLESSINGS
1. OM Hanumate Namah
Meaning: Salutations to Lord Hanuman.
2. Hang Hanumate Rudraatmakaay Hung Phatt
Meaning: Salutations to Lord Hanuman who is as powerful and wrathful as Lord Rudra.
3. Om Anjaneyaya Vidmahe Vayuputraya Dheemahi, Tanno Hanumat Prachodayat
Meaning: Om, let the son of Anjani, enlighten our soul. He is the son of the god of wind and is intelligent. To Him, we offer our prayers. May He bless our soul.
4. OM Aeem Bhreem Hanumate Shri Rama Dootaaya Namah
Meaning: Salutations to Lord Hanuman, the one who is the messenger and representative of Lord Rama and His family.
5. Anjanii-Garbha Sambhuuta Kapii-[I]ndra Sacivo[a-U]ttama | Raama-Priya Namas-Tubhyam Hanuman Rakssa Sarvadaa ||
Meaning: I bow to the one who was born from the womb of Mother Anjani and who was a great minister of the king of monkeys, Sugriva. He is quite dear to Lord Rama and I always bow to Lord Hanuman.
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