Gayatri Jayanti is an annual Hindu celebration that marks the birth anniversary of Goddess Gayatri, who is considered the Goddess of Veda. Being the Goddess of all Veda, Goddess Gayatri is also known as Veda Mata. As per Hindu beliefs, it is said that believed that Goddess Gayatri is manifestation of all phenomenal attributes of Brahman. The festival of Gayatri Jayanti is observed on Shukla Paksha Ekadashi during Jyeshtha lunar month, which usually falls in the month of June in the Gregorian calendar. It is usually observed on the next day of Ganga Dussehra. Gayatri Jayanti 2024 will be celebrated on Monday, June 17. In this article, let’s know more about Gayatri Jayanti 2024 date and the significance of the auspicious day.
Gayatri Jayanti 2024 Date and Shubh Muhurat
Gayatri Jayanti 2024 will be celebrated on Monday, June 17. The Ekadashi tithi begins at 04:43 AM on June 17, 2024, and ends on the next day at 06:24 AM on June 18, 2024.
Gayatri Jayanti Significance and Puja Vidhi
Goddess Gayatri is also worshipped as the Goddess of Hindu Trimurti and is considered as the mother of all Gods and embodiment of Goddess Saraswati, Goddess Parvati and Goddess Lakshmi. The day holds great importance in Hinduism that celebrates the Gayatri mantra and the Goddess Gayatri. On Gayatri Jayanti day, devotees offer special prayers to Gayatri Mata and by chanting Gayatri Mantra.
The Gayatri mantra is one of the most revered and powerful mantras in Hinduism. It is a Vedic hymn dedicated to the Sun deity and is believed to bestow wisdom and enlightenment. On this day, devotees engage in fasting and spiritual activities such as reading scriptures and attending satsangs.
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