Vaikuntha Chaturdashi is an auspicious Hindu festival which is observed one day before of Kartik Purnima. This day falls on the 14th day, also known as Chaturdashi, of the Shukla Paksha, in the month of Kartika, which usually falls in October-November in the Gregorian calendar. This day holds immense significance due to the combined worship of Lord Vishnu and Lord Shiva, symbolising the harmonious relationship between the two major deities of the Hindu pantheon. Vaikuntha Chaturdashi 2024 falls on Thursday, November 14, 2024. The Vaikuntha Chaturdashi Nishitakal will be from 11:58 PM to 12:49 AM on November 15. In this article, let’s know more about Vaikuntha Chaturdashi 2024 date, timings and the significance of the auspicious day. When Is Dev Deepavali 2024? Know Shubh Muhurat, Purnima Tithi, Rituals and Traditions Associated With the Festival Celebrated in Varanasi. 

Vaikuntha Chaturdashi 2024 Date

Vaikuntha Chaturdashi on Thursday, November 14, 2024

Vaikuntha Chaturdashi 2024 Auspicious Timings

  • The Vaikuntha Chaturdashi Nishitakal will be from 11:58 PM to 12:49 AM on November 15.

  • Chaturdashi Tithi will begin at 09:43 AM on November 14, 2024 and will end at 06:19 AM on November 15, 2024.

Vaikuntha Chaturdashi Significance and Rituals

Vaikuntha Chaturdashi or the Shukla Paksha Chaturdashi during Kartik month is considered sacred for the devotees of Lord Vishnu as well as Lord Shiva because both deities are worshipped together on the same day. It is very rare that Lord Shiva and Lord Vishnu are worshipped together on the same day, hence this day is considered as very sacred. November 2024 Festivals, Events and Holidays Calendar: Complete List of Important National and International Days and Dates.

On this day, most of the temples in Varanasi observe Vaikuntha Chaturdashi and it falls one day before of another significant ritual of Dev Diwali. Apart from Varanasi, Vaikuntha Chaturdashi is also observed in Rishikesh, Gaya and many cities in Maharashtra. On this day, Lord Vishnu is worshipped during Nishitha which is midnight as per Hindu division of the day. Devotees offer Lord Vishnu a thousand lotuses while reciting the Vishnu Sahasranama, the thousand names of Lord Vishnu.

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