Vamana Jayanti 2024 Date and Significance: Here’s What You Should Know About the Auspicious Day That Marks the Birth Anniversary of the Fifth Avatar of Lord Vishnu

Vamana Jayanti is the celebration of the birth of Lord Vamana, the fifth avatar of Lord Vishnu. The auspicious occasion falls on the Dwadashi of the Shukla Paksha in the month of Bhadrapada according to the Hindu lunar calendar. Vamana Jayanti often coincides with or follows closely after Parivartini Ekadashi, making it a spiritually significant period for devotees of Lord Vishnu. Vamana Jayanti 2024 will be celebrated on Sunday, September 15. As per the Bhagwat Purana, Vamana was the fifth avatar out of the Dashavatara of Lord Vishnu and his first incarnation in the Treta Yuga.

Lord Vamana is known for his role in the Vamana avatar, where he incarnated as a dwarf Brahmin to restore cosmic balance. The legend associated with this avatar is that of King Bali, a powerful and generous demon king who had gained control over the three worlds through his devotion and penance. To humble King Bali and restore the gods' authority, Lord Vishnu took the form of Vamana. In this article, let’s know more about Vamana Jayanti 2024 date, timings and the significance of the auspicious Hindu occasion. Ekadashi 2024 List for PDF Download Online: Dates, Parana Timings, Significance and Rituals of the 24 Ekadashi Vrat in the Year. 

Vamana Jayanti 2024 Date

Vamana Jayanti 2024 will be celebrated on Sunday, September 15.

Vamana Jayanti Significance

Vamana Jayanti holds great significance for devotees of Lord Vishnu. Devotees observe a fast on this auspicious day, seeking blessings from Lord Vamana.  Vamana, the fifth avatar of Lord Vishnu, was born in Treta Yuga to Goddess Aditi and Rishi Kashyapa on the Dwadashi Tithi of Bhadrapada Shukla Paksha during Abhijit Muhurat when the Shravana Nakshatra was prevailing. After the first four Avatars in animal form, namely, Matsya (fish), Kurma (tortoise), Varaha (boar) and Narasimha (lion), Vamana was the first Avatar of Lord Vishnu in human form. The fast is usually broken on the next day, after performing prayers and rituals.

(Disclaimer: The information provided here is based on beliefs and legends only. Before applying any information in real life, consult the concerned expert.)

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