Many festivals are celebrated in India which are very important from social, religious and cultural terms. One of these festival is Hanuman Jayanti, which is celebrated as the birth anniversary of Lord Hanuman. This festival is celebrated with special reverence and devotion on the full moon of Chaitra month. In some places this festival is also celebrated in Kartik month, but mostly it is celebrated on Chaitra Purnima. In this article, we will discuss in detail the history, religious importance, worship method and its relevance in the present society.
History and birth story of Hanuman Jayanti
Hanuman ji was born in Tretayuga. According to mythological beliefs, he was the son of Anjanadevi and Kesari and is considered the 11th Rudravatar of Lord Shiva. According to a legend, Mata Anjana was a nymph that had to be born on earth due to curse. As a result of penance, he received a stunning son like Hanuman.
It is said that when King Dasharatha performed the son -in -law, Agnidev gave him a divine kheer. Anjana received a part of the same kheer through Pawan Dev and this led to the birth of Hanuman ji. Hence they are also called Pawanputra or Maruti.
The form and quality of Lord Hanuman
The nature of Hanuman ji is said to be very powerful, stunning and full of knowledge. He is the giver of Ashta Siddhis and new funds. As soon as his name is taken, the fear, mourning, disease and sufferings of the devotees are removed. He is paramount among Rama devotees and is considered to be the exclusive servant of Rama.
The main qualities of Hanuman ji are as follows:
Immense force and might
Scholarship and policy knowledge
Devotional and devotion
Brahmacharya and restraint
Religious significance of Hanuman Jayanti
Hanuman Jayanti is not only a festival, but it is a celebration of faith, reverence and devotion. On this day, devotees keep special fasts, go to temples and offer prayers and recite Hanuman Chalisa, Sundarkand, Ramayana. It is believed that by worshiping Hanuman ji on this day, all obstacles, enemy obstacles and mental stress are eliminated.
At the same time, this festival also gives us the message that God’s grace can be attained by true devotion, service and dedication.
Worship of Hanuman Jayanti
The worship of Hanuman Jayanti is specially started in Brahma Muhurta. The general method of worship is as follows:
Take a bath in the morning and wear clean clothes.
Install a statue or picture of Hanuman ji at the place of worship.
Offer vermilion, chola, flowers, googles, coconut, and laddus.
Read Hanuman Chalisa, Bajrang Baan and Sundarkand.
Light a lamp and perform aarti.
Distribute prasad and provide food to Brahmins.
Some devotees also observe fast on this day and only do fruits throughout the day. Jagran and Kirtan are also organized on the night.
Hanuman Jayanti celebration in India
Hanuman Jayanti is celebrated in different ways in different states of India. In North India, this festival is celebrated with great pomp on Chaitra Purnima, while in Maharashtra and Andhra Pradesh it is celebrated in Kartik month.
North India: Special events are held in big Hanuman temples. Hanumanji Temple of Khole of Jaipur, Jhandewalan Temple in Delhi and Sankatmochan Temple of Varanasi are filled with devotees on this day.
South India: This festival is celebrated for 41 days in Andhra Pradesh and Karnataka. Devotees follow special penance and discipline during this period.
Maharashtra: Massive processions are taken out in Pune and Mumbai and a shape decorated on Hanuman ji’s vehicle is seen.
Effect of Hanuman Jayanti in society
In today’s era, Hanuman ji’s relevance has increased even more. When mental stress, insecurity, and disorientation have become common, then Hanuman ji’s ideal personality becomes a source of inspiration. He is an ideal servant, brave warrior and philanthropic deity.
His life teaches us:
Self -confidence and confidence: Whatever the situation, recognize the force inside you.
Service spirit: Selfless service is true devotion.
Ethics and restraint: Yoga and restraint cause self -development, not by indulgence.
conclusion
Hanuman Jayanti is not just a religious festival, but it is a symbol of self -power, devotion and service. This day reminds us what we can learn from the life of a supreme devotee and heroic like Hanuman ji. Today, when there is a lack of moral values in the society, the ideal character of Hanuman ji inspires us to follow the true path. Therefore, on this auspicious occasion, we should not only participate in religious rituals, but also take a pledge to adopt their qualities in our life. Only then the festival of Hanuman Jayanti will be really meaningful.
