Kamada Ekadashi 2024 Date

Chaitra Shukla Paksha Ekadashi, also known as Kamada Ekadashi (कामदा एकादशी), is observed one day after Chaitra Navratri and Rama Navami celebrations. It typically falls in March or April according to the Gregorian calendar. It is believed that fasting on this day helps in absolving one of all sins.

According to Hindu traditions, the act of killing a Brahmin is considered a grave sin. Observing Kamada Ekadashi is said to absolve individuals of such sins. The breaking of the fast, known as Ekadashi Parana, is done after sunrise on the day following Ekadashi. It is crucial to perform Parana within Dwadashi, which is before the end of the tithi and before sunrise. On this day, devotees worship Sri Vishnu.

Kamada Ekadashi 2024 Date & Time

Kamada Ekadashi 2024 Date - Friday, April 19, 2024

On 20th Apr, Parana Time - 05:50 to 08:26

On Parana Day Dwadashi End Moment - 22:41

Ekadashi Tithi Begins - 17:31 on Apr 18, 2024

Ekadashi Tithi Ends - 20:04 on Apr 19, 2024

Parana means breaking the fast which must be done after the sunrise on the next day of the Ekadashi.

Iskcon Kamada Ekadashi 2024 Date & Time

Vaishnava Kamada Ekadashi/ Iskcon Kamada Ekadashi 2024 Date  - Friday, April 19, 2024

On 20th Apr, Parana Time - 05:50 to 10:10

Ekadashi Tithi Begins - 17:31 on Apr 18, 2024

Ekadashi Tithi Ends - 20:04 on Apr 19, 2024

Kamada Ekadashi 2024: History & Significance

In a year, 24 Ekadashis are observed, each with its unique name and significance. Kamada Ekadashi marks the first Ekadashi of the Hindu year, celebrated just after Chaitra Navratri and Rama Navami.

According to the Hindu calendar, Kamada Ekadashi occurs on the eleventh day of the Shukla paksha in the Chaitra month. In the Gregorian calendar, this corresponds to March or April.

The Varaha Purana, an Indian epic, narrates the tale of Lalit, a singer, and his dancer wife, Lalita, who served in King Pundarika's court. One day, Lalit became distracted during a performance upon realizing Lalita was absent, causing him to miss a few beats.

Seizing the moment, a serpent named Karotaka falsely accused Lalit to the king of being more attentive to his wife than his performance. The king, swayed by the serpent's words, cursed Lalita to become a ghastly man-eater.

In search of a remedy, Lalita visited Guru Shringi's ashram, where he advised her to observe a fast on Ekadashi to receive Lord Vishnu's blessings. Moved by her devotion, Lord Vishnu lifted the curse from Lalit, restoring his human form. Traditionally, devotees fast on Kamada Ekadashi to cleanse themselves of sins, believing that fasting and praying to Lord Vishnu can alleviate their sufferings.

Kamada Ekadashi, the inaugural Ekadashi of the Hindu New Year, is believed to absolve sins and aid in achieving salvation, breaking the cycle of birth and death. It is also thought that childless couples who observe this fast will be blessed with a child.

Devotees pray to Lord Vishnu on all Ekadashis, and on Kamada Ekadashi, it is believed to grant all worldly wishes of the devotees, with 'Kamada' signifying 'granting of desires.'

Kamada Ekadashi Rituals

On this sacred day, devotees rise early, bathe, and then perform puja. They present yellow garments, prasad, incense, sandalwood paste, tulsi leaves, and flowers to Lord Vishnu. A special bhog is also offered, and chants of Lord Vishnu's mantras and the Kamada Ekadashi Katha, as well as the Sri Narayan Aarti, are recited to honor the deity. The fast is broken the following day during Parana.

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Hanuman Jayanti 2024 Date

Gupt Navratri 2024 Dates

Magh Navratri, also known as Gupt Navaratri (गुप्त नवरात्रि), comes in the Shukla Paksha of Magha month i.e January – February. Magh Navratri starts on February 10 and ends on February 18 in the year 2024. Magh Navratri is dedicated to the nine forms of Shakti Goddess. Many people observe fast on the days of Magh Navratri and only vegetarian food is eaten during this period.

Gupt Navratri is also observed during the month of Ashada (June – July). The most popular Navratri comes twice a year - Chaitra Navratri (March-April) and Sharad Navratri (September – October). Check Dates of Navratri and Navratri Calendar 2024 along with Navratri 2024 Colours.

Magha Gupt Navratri Dates - 10th February to 18th February 2024

Ashadha Gupta Navratri Dates - 6th July to 15th July 2024

Check full details of Magh Gupt Navratri 2024 Dates and Ashadha Gupt Navratri 2024 Dates.

Navratri festival is considered as the best time to worship mother Goddess Durga. During Navratri, the "sadhak" or the worshipper performs special worship of the mother goddess to attain powers or learn tantra saadhana . Nine days of Navratri falling in the months of Ashadh and Maagh shukla paksh or the bright fortnight are called the Gupt Navratri. The observance of Gupt Navratri is not known to everybody.

Persons who worship Durga reads and listens to Durga Chalisa,  Shri Durgasaptshati paath, Shriamd-devi Bhawad, Devi Mahaatmaya to get the blessings of Maa Durga. The Navaran Mantra which is regarded as very powerful is recited in front of Goddess Durga idol or picture. This is the Navaran Mantra - “Om Aim Hreem kleem chaamundaayai vichche”

As per Devi Bhagwat, as Navratri comes 4 times a year and like the way nine forms of Maa Durga are worshipped in the Navratri, likewise in the Gupt Navratri, "dus mahavidya" or the 10 Mahavidya Devis are worshipped. Gupt Navratri are special to persons who perform tantra rituals, those associated with Mahakala and for those who wish to attain spiritual strength. The Goddess Bhagwati seeker fast and worship Devi Maa with very strict rules. People try to achieve rare spiritual powers after a long period of meditation.

In the Durga Saptashati, Goddess Durga herself tells us that one who does worship her with utter trust, faith and devotion in the nine days of Navratri, he or she gets free from all difficulties and gets health, wealth, prosperity and children.

As per Ramayana, in this Magh month's nine days of Gupt Navratri, Sri Ram along with Goddess Sita sat and performed "Shakti puja" or "Goddess worship" near the banks of river "Saryu" in Ayodhya

Also, Pandavas in the epic Mahabharata performed the "Shakti puja" or "Goddess worship" in these nine days of Magh month Gupt Navratri as told by Sri Krishna to get victory in the battle against the Kauravas.

Names of Gupt Navratri Goddesses

Persons who perform tantra rituals during Gupt Navratri worship 10 Mahavidya Devi's namely Maa Kali, Maa Tara Devi, Maa Tripur Sundari, Maa Bhuvaneshwari, Maa chhinnamasta, Maa Tripur Bhairavi, Maa Dhrumawati, Maa Bagalamukhi, Maa Matangi and Maa Kamla Devi.If you are willing to worship dus mahavidya, you must not waste this precious time of Gupt Navratri as these days can really change your life.

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Panguni Uthiram 2024 Date

Panguni Uthiram is the full moon which occurs in the month of Panguni month when Nakshatra Uthiram or Uttara Phalguni prevails, is an important day for Tamil Hindus. Panguni is the twelfth and last month in Tamil Calendar and the day usually comes in the month of March-April. In other solar calendars, Panguni month is known as Meena month. Panguni Uthiram is celebrated by Tamil Hindus in India as well as the whole world where Tamilians are located.

Significance of Panguni Uthiram

Nakshatram Uthiram coincides with full moon on this day and it is believed that most divine marriages took place on this day. The marriage of Goddess Parvati and Lord Shiva, Goddess Deivayanai and Lord Murugan, Goddess Sita and Lord Rama was held on Panguni Uthiram day. This is a special day for divine and celestial weddings.

It is an important festival for Lord Subramanya devotees as on this day, Sri Deivayanai, daughter of Lord Indra who is known as Devasena in North India, married Lord Subramanya. Thousands of devotees visit Murugan temples to respect and honour Lord Muruga. Perur-near Coimbatore, Palani, Kapaleeswarar-Mylapore with a very big procession, Vadapalani Murugan temple are some of the popular temples. In the Arulala Perumal (Varadarajaswami Temple) in Kanchipuram, the Panguni Pallava Utsavam lasts for seven days when the sacred text Hastigiri Mahatmyam (the sthala-Purana of this temple) is read in the 100 pillared mandapa in front of the deity. It is believed that Goddess Parvati in the form of Gowri married Lord Shiva in Kanchipuram and because of this belief this day is also celebrated as Gowri Kalyanam day.

Jayantipura Mahatmya tells about the divine marriage between Lord Muruga and his consorts, Valli and Deivanai. Both Deivanai and Valli were destined to marry Lord Muruga as per Skanda Purana. They were raised as sisters, Amrithavalli and Sundaravalli, and in next life they were rechristened as Devasena and Valli, and were separated in their lives after Indra adopted the first daughter and a tribal king, adopted the second daughter. When Lord Muruga killed the evil Demons, he was married to Deivanai. Then some time after with the help of his brother, Ganesha, he married Valli and took her to Thiruthani.

Mahalakshmi Jayanti also occurs on this day as Goddess Mahalakshmi came to Earth on this day during Samudra manthan or churning of the Milky Ocean which is also known as Ksheera Sagara Manthan. Lord Ayyappan Jayanti is also celebrated on this day of Panguni Uthiram. Lord Ayyappan was born after union of Lord Shiva and Mohini, the female form of Lord Vishnu.

Rituals of Panguni Uthiram

Beautifully decorated idols are taken out with jewels and flowers. A special feast is prepared and offer it as prasadam. A strict fast is observed by the devotees and prayers and special chants like Kanda Shashti Kavasam, Kanda Puranam, etc. are recited and listen to.

Lord Muruga blesses everyone, who believes in him, he removes the obstacles and negativity of life and shower peace and prosperity. Panguni Uthiram is also spelled as Paiguni Uttaram.

Panguni Uthiram 2024 Shubh Muhurtham

Panguni Uthiram 2024 Date - Monday, March 25, 2024

Uthiram Nakshathram Begins - 07:34 AM on Mar 24, 2024

Uthiram Nakshathram Ends - 10:38 AM on Mar 25, 2024

பங்குனி உத்திரம் எப்போது என்று தெரியும்? பங்குனி உத்திரம் 2024 பங்குனி உத்திரம் 2025

Thai Amavasai 2024 Date

Thai Amavasya is the no moon day in the Tamil Month of Thai (January – February) and it is regarded as highly auspicious day in Tamil culture. Thai Amavasai is dedicated to dead ancestors, siblings, parents and other relatives though it is believed that your ancestors come upon earth on the day of Amavasya but this one is powerful and magical. Thai Amavasya 2024 date is Friday, February 09. Special prayers, rituals and offerings are made on the day for departed souls to rest in peace.

Importance of Thai Amavasai/ Thai Amavasya Significance

People offer 'tarpanam' or respects for departed souls. 'Tarpanam' or 'Tharpanam' Offering of sesame seeds and water on Thai Amavasya make our ancestors happy and descendants are blessed with a happy and prosperous life. This helps in overcoming all obstacles from a person's life. It is believed that doing Tarpanam can remove sins of 7 generation of our ancestors helping us to get forgiveness from them. It not only helps one getting liberation from past curses and sins but also neutralize the unsuitable desires of ancestors.

Hindus bath in holy rivers, do Shradh and Tarpan in Tamil Nadu. It is believed that the dead souls visit their family ones to shower blessings on them. Thousands of people take dip at Rameshwaram and visit the Agnitheertha Kadarkarai (sea coast) in the morning for offering prayers and pujas to the dead ancestors. Special prayers are also offered to the Navagrahas at Devipattinam near Rameshwaram.

A special procession with idols of Lord Shiva, Lord Ram and Sita from the Sri Ramanathaswamy Temple reaches Agnitheertha on the the Thai Amavasya day and special prayers are carried out in Rameshwaram. Prayers and rituals as per Thai Amavasi are observed at various places in Tamil Nadu including Kannyakumari, Dhanushkodi, Muhuntharayarchatram, Sethukarai and Devipattinam.

Thai Amavasya day is observed as Mauni Amavasya in North India. Mauni means "maun" in Hindi meaning "silence". People observe a complete silence on the day. In Orissa, this day is observed as Triveni Amavasya. As per Puranas, the world was first created by Manu. His appearence day is known as 'Thai Amavasya' day or Mouna Amavasya. People must observe complete silence on this day of Mauni Amavasya and pray to Sri Hari Vishnu.

It is believed to be the appearence day of Sri VeeraRaghava Perumal (Sri Ram). Thiruvallur, TamilNadu, has one of the great temple dedicated to Sri VeeraRaghava.

When is Thai Amavasai or Thai Amavasya in 2024?

Thai Amavasai 2024 Date - Friday, February 09, 2024

Amavasai Tithi Begins - 08:02 AM on Feb 09, 2024
Amavasai Tithi Ends - 04:28 AM on Feb 10, 2024

Mahavir Jayanti 2024 Date

'The observance of Mahavir's birth anniversary is known as Mahavir Jayanti. This day, revered as the most sacred holiday for Jains, is celebrated with great fervor. On Mahavir Jayanti, Jain sects including the Digambars, Shwetambars, Sthanakvasis, and Terapanthis unite in commemoration.'

Who is Mahavir?

Mahavir, the last of the 24 Jain Tirthankaras, was born in Kundalagrama, Bihar, in 599 BC. His birth, according to the Hindu calendar, coincides with the 13th day of the Chaitra month, which typically occurs in March or April of the Gregorian calendar. The son of King Siddhartha and Queen Trishala, he was christened Vardhaman by his parents and spent his youth as a prince. He is revered as the final Tirthankara, a teaching god who imparts dharma.

    

At the age of 30, Mahavir renounced his throne and worldly possessions to embark on a spiritual journey. For 12 years, he lived as an ascetic, detached from all material pleasures, engaging in meditation and rigorous asceticism until he attained enlightenment. Mahavir, also known as Vardhamana, passed away in 527 BC at the age of 72, after establishing the fundamental principles of Jainism.

Why is Mahavir Jayanti celebrated?

Mahavir led an ascetic life, engaging deeply in meditation and rigorous penance. His bravery and laudable deeds earned him the epithet 'Mahavir'. Lord Mahavir spent his remaining years spreading the truth about spiritual liberation. He educated his disciples on the principle of non-violence and introduced them to the notion of salvation. Consequently, Mahavir Jayanti is observed annually to honor his teachings and the principles of Jainism.

How is the festival celebrated?

'During Mahavir Jayanti, Jain adherents express their reverence by visiting lavishly flower-and-flag adorned temples. They perform a ceremonial anointment known as abhisheka on Mahavir's idols. These idols are then paraded on a chariot by the faithful in a procession termed rath yatra. Along the route, religious verses are chanted as devotees pray for his blessings to lead a healthy and prosperous life. They also partake in numerous charitable activities, giving back to the community and spreading goodwill. Additionally, on this auspicious day, Jains partake in various charitable deeds.'

Mahavir Jayanti 2024 : History & Significance

Mahavir was born in Kundalagrama, located in Bihar's Vaishali district. He relinquished his crown and all earthly possessions. At 30, he embarked on a spiritual journey, renouncing his throne and family to pursue spiritual enlightenment. For 12 years, he lived in exile as an ascetic monk, detached from worldly pleasures, engaging in meditation, and leading an austere life until he attained 'Kevala Jnana' or omniscience. Consequently, he was revered as Sage Vardhamana. He was a proponent of nonviolence (ahimsa).

He championed principles such as nonviolence, Satya (truth), Asteya (non-stealing), Brahmacharya (chastity), and Aparigraha (non-attachment). His doctrines were compiled by his chief disciple, Indrabhuti Gautama. His name, meaning 'great hero,' was attributed to his extraordinary control over his senses. In pursuit of truth and spiritual freedom, he achieved Nirvana (enlightenment) at the age of 72.

Mahavir Jayanti 2024: Rituals

Devotees rise early in the morning to partake in a sacred bath.

The effigy of Lord Mahavir is then positioned in the sanctuary for worship.

Offerings of flowers are made to the effigy, followed by the ceremonial abhishekam.

Subsequently, devotees engage in the charitable act of distributing sweets, fruits, and garments to the impoverished and those in need.

This is succeeded by the observance of a stringent fast.

Mahavir Jayanti Date & Timings

2622th Birth Anniversary of Mahavir Swami

Mahavir Jayanti 2024 Date - Sunday, April 21, 2024

Trayodashi Tithi Begins - 22:41 on Apr 20, 2024

Trayodashi Tithi Ends - 01:11 on Apr 22, 2024

Mahavir Jayanti 2024 Messages

May you be blessed with the knowledge of wisdom and eternal peace. Happy Mahavir Jayanti.

May Lord Mahavir bless you abundantly and fill your life with the virtue of truth, non-violence, and eternal compassion. Happy Mahavir Jayanti.

The best way to observe such an auspicious occasion is to strive for peace and strengthen the bonds of brotherhood. Happy Mahavir Jayanti.

Adopt the path of truth, knowledge, and non-violence. Happy Mahavir Jayanti.

May you be blessed with knowledge, wisdom, and eternal peace. Happy Mahavir Jayanti.

Cherish this festive season with the morals of Lord Mahavira and his Teachings. May the morals of lord Mahavira help you to walk on the path of truth and honesty. Happy Mahavir Jayanti.

May lord Mahavira bless you abundantly and fill your life with happiness and successfully help you to get what you desire. Happy Mahavir Jayanti.

Adopt the path of truth, knowledge, and non-violence. Happy Mahavir Jayanti.

Mahavir Jayanti 2024: Motivational & Inspirational Quotes

“Attachment and aversion are the root cause of karma, and karma originates from infatuation. Karma is the root cause of birth and death, and these are said to be the source of misery. None can escape the effect of their own past karma.” — Lord Mahavira

“If you want to cultivate a habit, do it without any reservation, till it is firmly established. Until it is so confirmed, until it becomes a part of your character, let there be no exception, no relaxation of effort.” —Lord Mahavira

“A man is seated on top of a tree in the midst of a burning forest. He sees all living beings perish. But he doesn't realize that the same fate is soon to overtake him also. That man is a fool.”- Lord Mahavira

“All breathing, existing, living, sentient creatures should not be slain, nor treated with violence, nor abused, nor tormented, nor driven away.”- Lord Mahavira

“Don't accumulate if you do not need. The excess of wealth in your hands is for the society, and you are the trustee for the same.” —Lord Mahavira

“Fight with yourself, why fight with external foes? He, who conquers himself through himself, will obtain happiness.” — Lord Mahavira

“In happiness and suffering, in joy and grief, we should regard all creatures as we regard our own self.” — Lord Mahavira

“Do not injure, abuse, oppress, enslave, insult, torment, torture, or kill any creature or living being.” — Lord Mahavira

Mahavir Jayanti 2024: Whatsapp & Facebook Status Wishes & Messages

On this auspicious occasion, I wish that you always follow the path of truth and harmony. Happy Mahavir Jayanti!

On the propitious occasion, I wish Lord Mahavir, showers his blessings on you. Happy Mahavir Jayanti!

May Lord Mahavir fulfill all your dreams and fill your life with happiness. Happy Mahavir Jayanti!

May the preachings of Lord Mahavir inspire you to do good things in life and walk on the path of truth and peace. Happy Mahavir Jayanti!

May Lord Vardhman Mahavir blesses you with knowledge and joy. Happy Mahavir Jayanti!

On this auspicious day take the pledge to adopt the path of truth and non-violence. Happy Mahavir Jayanti!

Sending you my warm wishes on Mahavir Jayanti! May the almighty bless you with all the happiness and success in life.

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