Narada Jayanti is an annual celebration in India that marks the birth anniversary of Devrishi Narada Muni. According to Vedic Puranas and mythologies, Devrishi Narada is a universal divine messenger and primary source of information among Gods. Narada Jayanti is observed on the Pratipada (first day) of the Krishna Paksha in the Hindu month of Jyeshtha, which usually falls in May or June in the Gregorian calendar. Usually, Narada Jayanti falls the next day of Buddha Purnima. Narada Jayanti 2024 will be celebrated this year on Friday, May 24. The Pratipada Tithi will begin at 07:22 PM on May 23 and end at 07:24 PM on May 24. Narada Jayanti Images, Wishes & HD Wallpapers for Free Download Online: Celebrate Hindu Festival With WhatsApp Messages and Greetings.

Narada Muni has the ability to visit all Teen Loks - Akash or Heaven, Prithvi or Earth and Patal or Netherworld and is believed to be the "first journalist on the Earth." In this article, let’s know more about the Narada Jayanti 2024 date, Narada Jayanti 2024 timings and the significance of the auspicious day.

Narada Jayanti 2024 Date and Timings

  • Narada Jayanti 2024 will be celebrated on Friday, May 24.

  • The Pratipada Tithi will begin at 07:22 PM on May 23 and end at 07:24 PM on May 24.

Narada Jayanti Significance

Narada is revered as the divine messenger and a symbol of wisdom, devotion, and communication. He is considered one of the seven great sages (Saptarishis) and is known for his profound knowledge of the Vedas, music and his role in spreading messages across the universe. Narada Jayanti holds great significance in India as the day highlights Narada's role as a divine messenger and the importance of effective communication in resolving conflicts and fostering understanding.

On this special day of Narada Jayanti, devotees perform prayers and pujas dedicated to Sage Narada by reciting hymns and verses from sacred texts that narrate his deeds and contributions. Narada, or Narada Muni, is an ardent devotee of Lord Narayana, which is one of the forms of Lord Vishnu. Lord Vishnu, in the form of Narayana, is considered an embodiment of the truth.

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