Hayagriva Jayanti is an auspicious Hindu occasion that marks the birth anniversary of Lord Hayagriva, an incarnation of Lord Vishnu. The day is celebrated with great devotion by devotees of Lord Vishnu around the country. Hayagriva is depicted as a deity with the body of a human and the head of a horse. The purpose of this Vishnu Avatar was to retrieve the stolen Vedas from the demons. The day is observed as Upakarma Day by the Brahmin community. The day of Hayagriva Jayanti falls on the full moon day (Purnima) of the Hindu month of Shravana, which typically falls in August. Luv Kush Jayanti 2024 Date and Significance: Know About the Hindu Festival That Marks the Birth Anniversary of the Twin Sons of Ram and Sita.

The date may vary slightly depending on the lunar calendar. This year, Hayagriva Jayanti on Monday, August 19, 2024. The Hayagriva Jayanti Muhurat will be from 04:31 PM to 07:03 PM. In this article, let’s know more about the Hayagriva Jayanti 2024 date and the significance of this day.

Hayagriva Jayanti 2024 Date

Hayagriva Jayanti 2024 will be celebrated on Monday, August 19.

Hayagriva Jayanti 2024 Shubh Muhurat

The Purnima Tithi will begin at 03:04 AM on August 19 and end at 11:55 PM on the same day. Sawan Month Festivals 2024 Full List: Check Dates of Auspicious Hindu Festivals Celebrated in Shravan Maas.

Hayagriva Jayanti  Significance

Lord Hayagriva is revered as the God of knowledge and wisdom and is worshipped by students, scholars, and those engaged in learning. As per religious beliefs, it is said that Lord Hayagriva restored all Vedas to Brahma. On this day, devotees offer prayers and special rituals dedicated to Lord Hayagriva. Temples dedicated to Lord Vishnu or specifically to Hayagriva hold special pujas on this day. Reciting the Hayagriva Stotram, a hymn in praise of the deity, is a common practice among devotees.

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