Parshuram Jayanti 2024 Date: Know Shubh Muhurat, Puja Vidhi and Significance of the Day That Marks the Birth Anniversary of Lord Parashurama
Lord Parashurama is revered for his immense strength, valour, and dedication to upholding righteousness. His story is often associated with the wielding of an axe (Parashu), hence the name Parashurama. On this day, devotees observe fasting, visit temples dedicated to Lord Parashurama, recite prayers, and participate in religious rituals to seek his blessings.
Parshuram Jayanti (also spelt as Parashurama Jayanti) is an auspicious Hindu festival celebrated to mark the birth anniversary of Lord Parashurama, who is considered the sixth incarnation of Lord Vishnu in Hinduism. Parashurama Jayanti falls on the third day of the Shukla Paksha in the Hindu lunar month of Vaishakha, which usually corresponds to the months of April or May according to the Gregorian calendar. This year, Parashurama Jayanti 2024 will be celebrated on Friday, May 10. As per religious beliefs, it is said that Lord Parashurama was born during Pradosh Kala and hence, the day when Tritiya prevails during Pradosh Kala, is considered for Parashurama Jayanti celebrations. In this article, let’s know more about Parashurama Jayanti 2024 date, shubh muhurat puja vidhi and significance of the auspicious day. Akshaya Tritiya 2024 Date, Puja Time and Shubh Muhurat: Know Puja Vidhi, Katha and Significance of the Auspicious Occasion of Akha Teej.
Parashurama Jayanti 2024 Date
Parashurama Jayanti 2024 will be celebrated on Friday, May 10
Parashurama Jayanti 2024 Timings
The Tritiya Tithi will begin at 04:17 AM on May 10 and end at 02:50 AM on May 11, 2024.
Parshuram Jayanti Puja Vidhi
- On the day of Parashurama Jayanti, clean the puja area thoroughly and decorate it with flowers and rangoli and then place a picture or idol of Lord Parashurama on a clean cloth.
- Keep all the puja items ready like incense sticks, lamps, fruits, sweets, coconut, water, sandalwood paste, turmeric powder, Kumkum, camphor, and flowers.
- Begin the puja by chanting the Pranam Mantra, which is an invocation to Lord Parashurama, seeking his blessings.
- Start with Ganesh Puja to remove obstacles and ensure the success of the puja.
- Offer flowers, incense, and lamps to Lord Parashurama while chanting his mantras.
- Conclude the puja by performing Aarti to Lord Parashurama with a ghee diya and distribute prasad among family and friends. Basava Jayanti 2024 Date in Karnataka: Know About Basaveshwar Jayanti That Marks the Birth Anniversary of the Founding Saint of the Lingayat Community.
Parshuram Jayanti Significance
Lord Parashurama is revered for his immense strength, valour, and dedication to upholding righteousness. His story is often associated with the wielding of an axe (Parashu), hence the name Parashurama. On this day, devotees observe fasting, visit temples dedicated to Lord Parashurama, recite prayers, and participate in religious rituals to seek his blessings. It's also a time for reflecting on the teachings and virtues associated with Lord Parashurama, such as courage, discipline, and devotion to duty.
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