Know Varaha Jayanti 2024 Date and Time, Significance, Rituals
Posted on September 3, 2024
Varaha Jayanti is a Hindu festival dedicated to Lord Varaha, the third avatar of Lord Vishnu, who took the form of a boar to rescue the Earth from the demon Hiranyaksha. This festival is observed on the third day (Tritiya) of the Shukla Paksha (waxing phase of the moon) in the month of Bhadrapada, according to the Hindu calendar.
Varaha Jayanti 2024 Date: Friday, September 6.
Tritiya Tithi Begins – 12:21 PM on Sep 05, 2024.
Tritiya Tithi Ends – 03:01 PM on Sep 06, 2024.
Significance of Varaha Jayanti:
Varaha Jayanti holds great significance in Hinduism as it celebrates the victory of good over evil. According to the legend, the demon Hiranyaksha had submerged the Earth into the cosmic ocean, causing chaos and destruction. To save the Earth, Lord Vishnu incarnated as Varaha, a powerful boar, and dived into the ocean. After a fierce battle, Varaha killed Hiranyaksha and lifted the Earth on his tusks, restoring it to its rightful place in the universe.
Celebrations:
Devotees observe Varaha Jayanti with devotion and religious rituals. They perform special prayers, offer flowers, fruits, and sweets to Lord Vishnu, and recite hymns and mantras. Many people also fast on this day, seeking blessings for protection, prosperity, and the removal of obstacles. Temples dedicated to Lord Vishnu, especially those with shrines for Varaha, hold special ceremonies, and the day is marked by the singing of devotional songs and the reading of scriptures that narrate the story of Lord Varaha.
Cultural Impact:
Varaha Jayanti is celebrated with enthusiasm in various parts of India, particularly in regions where Vaishnavism (worship of Lord Vishnu) is prominent. The day serves as a reminder of the importance of righteousness and the divine protection that Lord Vishnu provides to his devotees. It is a time for reflection, devotion, and the reaffirmation of faith in the power of good to overcome evil.
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