Mahashivratri 2024 Date

Maha Shivaratri 2024 Date, Story, Importance

MahaShivaratri 2024 Date - 8th March 2024, Friday.

Mahashivratri - Festival of God Shiva


Mahashivaratri festival is one of the major Hindu festivals dedicated to god  Shiva. Mahashivratri means the “big night of Shiva”, it is celebrated during Krishna Paksha Chaturdashi in the Hindu month of Phalgun or 13th or the 14th night of the new moon, corresponding to February-March in Gregorian calendar. The festival is celebrated on the night. Lord Brahma (Creator), Lord Vishnu (Preserver) and Lord Shiva (Destroyer) are the Hindu Trinity gods worshipped by Hindu people.

Mahashivratri Fast/Shivratri Importance


On Mahashivratri day, Hindu temples are thronged by the devotees to worship and carry pujas to Lord Shiva throughout the day. People chant the divine Shiva panchakshari mantra of 'Om Namah Shivaya'. Many people also observe a fast (upvas) for the whole day, not eating anything other than fruits, tea, milk, coffee and water. Popularly, on fasting or vrat days, people prefer and use sendha namak (rock salt) instead of the common salt.

The Shiva Purana states conducting of special pujas every 3 hours on the day of Mahashivratri. For Shiva pujas people do Abhisheks, where the Shiva Lingam or lingum is worshipped by pouring milk, yogurt, water, ghee, sugar and honey. On this day of Maha Shivaratri, devotees sing bhajans, aartis and chant mantras of the Shiva Shankar to seek the blessings of the almighty.

The MahaShivaratri festival is observed in honour of Lord Shiva and on this day Lord Shiva was married to Parvati. It is also believed that Lord Shiva performed the Tandava Nritya on this day. The great holy festival of MahaShivaratri holds special meaning for the Hindu ladies. It is believed that any lady who pray to Goddess Parvati also known as 'Gaura', the giver of 'suhag' for good husbands, marital bliss and a long, prosperous married life.

Names of Shiva


"Shankar", "Mahesh", "Neelakanth", "Bholenath", "Shambhu Kailasheshwar", "Umanath", "Nataraj", “trimbakeshwar” are a few of the many names of Shiva.

Mahashivratri Story


In Mahabharata, Bhishma, while resting on the bed of arrows referred to the observance of Maha Shivaratri by King Chitrabhanu. The story is as follows There was a time when King Chitrabhanu of Ikshvaku dynasty, who ruled Jambudvipa observed fast with his wife, the day being the day of Maha Shivaratri. The sage Ashtavakra came to the king’s court and asked the purpose of his observing the past. King Chitrabhanu explained that he got the gift of remembering the incidents of his previous life.

The King said to the sage that he was a hunter in Varanasi known by the name of Suswara. He killed and sell birds and animals to earn his livelihood. One day when he was roaming through the forests in search of any animal, due to darkness of night, he was unable to return home, so he took shelter and climbed over a tree. It was a Bael tree. He shot a deer previously on that day and he bundled and tied it to a branch on the tree. He was kept awake throughout the whole night because of hunger and thirst. He was worried and shed profuse tears at the thought of his poor wife and children who were also starving and anxiously waiting for him to come. Just to pass away the time, he started engaging himself in plucking the Bael leaves and dropping them onto the ground.

He returned home the next day, sold the deer, bought some food for the whole family. As he was about to break his nightlong fast, a stranger came and begged for food. The hunter served the food first to the stranger and then he had his own.

He saw two messengers of Lord Shiva at the time of his death. They came to conduct his soul to the abode of Lord Shiva. He learnt only then the great merit he had earned by the unconscious worship of Lord Shiva Shankar during that night of Maha Shivaratri. He came to know by the messengers that there was a Shiva Lingam at the bottom of the tree. The leaves he dropped fell on the Shiva Lingam and his tears fell onto the Lingam and washed it. Moreover, he had fasted all day and all night. Thus, the story’s conclusion was he unconsciously worshiped the Lord, lived in the abode of the Lord Shiva and enjoyed divine blessings for long ages and now he has been reborn as Chitrabhanu.

Shiva Mantra in Hindi


Om Namah Shivay(ॐ नमः शिवाय) is a powerful healing mantra which benefits the reciter of all physical and mental ailments. This divine mantra gives peace to the heart, mind and body and acts as a nectar for the Soul. Sages  had recited this "Om Namah Shivay" Mantra since long.

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MahaShivratri Puja Time

Nishita Kaal Puja Time = 12:07 AM to 12:56 AM, Mar 09

On 9th March, Maha Shivaratri Parana Time = 06:41 AM to 03:27 PM
ShivRatri First Prahar Puja Time = 06:22 PM to 09:27 PM
ShivRatri Second Prahar Puja Time = 09:27 PM to 12:31 AM, Mar 09
ShivRatri Third Prahar Puja Time = 12:31 AM to 03:36 AM, Mar 09
ShivRatri Fourth Prahar Puja Time = 03:36 AM to 06:41 AM, Mar 09


Mahashivratri Whatsapp Status, SMS in Hindi


Maha Shivratri Maha Mritunjay Mantra Hindi SMS
OM. Tryambakam yajamahe
Sugandhim pushti-vardhanam
Urvarukamiva bandhanan
Mrityor mukshiya mamritat
Happy MahaShivratri.

Maha Shivratri Hindi SMS
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“HAPPY MAHASHIVRATRI”


HAPPY SHIVRATRI SMS in Hindi
शिव की शक्ति,
शिव की भक्ति,
खुशी की बहार मिले,
महादेव की कृपा से आपको ज़िंदगी के हर कदम पर सफलता मिले.
हैप्पी महा शिवरात्रि


Shivratri Hindi SMS
एक पूसपम
एक बेल पतराम
एक लोटा जल की धार
कर्दे सबका उद्धार,
जय भोले

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Holashtak 2024 Start End Date

Holashtak 2024, Holashtak Dates 2024, Holashtak Start Date and End Date


Holashtak is the eight-day period associated with the Holi festival in India.  

When is Holashtak 2024 Date?

Holashtak 2024 Start Date -

Holashtak 2024 start date is March 18. The eight days prior to Holi festival, is called the Holashtak, which is considered inauspicious Hindu communities in North India.  
 

Holashtak 2024 End Date

Holashtak 2024 end date is March 24. Holashtak period reminds us that the Holi festival is near.

Holashtak begins on the Phalgun Shukla Ashtami (eighth day during the waxing phase of moon in Falgun month) and ends on the Phalgun Purnima day (full moon day) according to the North Indian Hindu Calender. The Purnima day is celebrated as Holika Dahan in different regions. In Holashtak, some people decorate the branch of a tree with colorful pieces of clothes. Everyone ties a piece of cloth and that is buried underground.

Holashtak period is considered inauspicious in Hindu mythology as this is the period when Lord Shiva killed Kamadeva and this is same period when Prahalada was given immense troubles by his father Hiranyakashipu and his father's sister Holika. Holashtak period is therefore considered inauspicious for performing auspicious ceremonies like marriage, housewarming, mundan ceremony or any of the 16 Hindu sanskars, starting of new business etc. During the Holashtak period, people must considered performing Daan – doing charity.

During the eight days of Holashtak, Moon on the eighth day, Sun on the ninth day, Saturn on the tenth day, Venus on the eleventh day, Jupiter on the twelfth day, Mercury on thirteenth day, Mars on fourteenth day and Rahu on the Purnima day take a nrgative transformation. That is why all the auspicious tasks should not be done during this period. In pilgrimage sites such as Shatrudra, Vipasha, Iravati and Pushkar are considered not affected by the negative effects of Holashtak.

As generally, Holashtak period is considered inauspicious for all and the world but for tantra sadhaks consider it as auspicious period and perform special puja.

Thai Amavasai 2024 Date

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

Ratha Saptami 2024 Date

Ratha Saptami, Ratha Saptami 2024 Date

Saptami Tithi is dedicated to Lord Surya. Shukla Paksha Saptami tithi in Magha month is known as Ratha Saptami or Magha Saptami. It is believed that Lord Surya Dev started enlightening the whole world on Ratha Saptami day which is considered as birth day of God Surya. Thus this day is also known as Surya Jayanti. Suryadev was born to Sage Kashyap and Aditi. Normally, Ratha Saptami falls two days after Shri Panchami or Vasant Panchami.

Ratha Saptami Significance & Rituals

Ratha Saptami is made of two words- ‘Ratha’ means Chariot and ‘Saptami’ means seventh. Ratha Saptami or Surya Jayanti is highly auspicious day and it is considered as auspicious as Surya Grahan for Dan-Punya activities. A person can get rid of all type of sins by worshipping Lord Surya and observing fast on this day. It is believed that seven types of sins done, knowingly, unknowingly, by words, by body, by mind, in current birth and in previous births are washed off by worshipping Lord Surya on the day of Ratha Saptami.

The Ratha Saptami day also denotes the journey of Lord Surya to the Northern hemisphere in his chariot. It marks the arrival of summer and indicates a change in the climatic conditions across the regions of Southern India. It also symbolizes the beginning of the harvest season for the farmers.

A person should take bath during Arunodaya on the day of Ratha Saptami. Ratha Saptami Snan is one of the important rituals and is suggested during Arunodaya only. Arunodaya period prevails for four Ghatis (approx. one and half hour for Indian locations if we consider one Ghati duration as 24 minutes) before sunrise. If a person takes bath before sunrise during Arunodaya, it keeps the person healthy and free from all types of ailments and diseases. Because of this great belief Ratha Saptami is also known as Arogya Saptami. Taking bath in water body like Ganga river, canal etc. is preferred over taking bath at home. We have listed here Arunodaya period and sunrise time for most cities across the world.

After taking bath Lord Surya should be worshipped during sunrise by offering Arghyadan (अर्घ्यदान) to Him. Arghyadan is performed by slowly offering water to Lord Surya from small Kalash with folded hand in Namaskar Mudra while facing Lord Sun in standing position. After this ignite a pure Ghee diya and worship Sun God with Kapoor, Dhup, and red flowers. By doing morning Snan, Dan-Punya and Arghyadan to Suryadev, who is considered an incarnation of Sri Vishnu, one is bestowed with long life, good health and prosperity.

The day of Ratha Saptami is also known as Magha saptami, Achala Saptami, Suryaratha saptami and aarogya saptami. It is believed that worshipping Lord Suryadev on Ratha Saptami gives a person happiness, health, wealth, prosperity and children.

A one-day Brahmotsavam is held in Tirumala Tirupati Temple (TTD Andhra Pradesh) on Ratha Saptami and grand festivities are also held at Shri Manguesh Temple, Mallikarjun Temple and also in various regions of Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, and Maharashtra. On this day, devotees pay their tributes to the Sun god and thank him for making human race survive and flourish. Chanting Gayatri Mantra, Suryadev mantra, Suryadev chalisa, Surya Sahasranama, Suryashtakam and Suryadev aarti is considered very auspicious on this day. Aditya hridaya stotra (आदित्य हृदय स्तोत्र)  dedicated to Sun God can also be read or listen to. Offering food to the needy and poor on this day is considered a sacred deed which can remove all despair and darkness from your life.

When is Ratha Saptami in 2024?

Ratha Saptami 2024 Shubh Muhurat

Ratha Saptami 2024 Date - Friday, February 16, 2024

Snan Muhurat on Ratha Saptami - 05:17 AM to 06:59 AM
Duration - 01 Hour 42 Mins

Saptami Tithi Begins - 10:12 AM on Feb 15, 2024
Saptami Tithi Ends - 08:54 AM on Feb 16, 2024

Shivaji Maharaj Jayanti 2024 Date

Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Jayanti 2024

Sri Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj was one of the bravest, most progressive and sensible rulers of India. Founder of the Maratha kingdom, Shivaji Maharaj managed to establish a royal name for himself in history with his administrative skills by uploading the Swarajya value and the Maratha heritage.

Named after a regional Goddess, Shivai, Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj was known for his bravery and tactics with which he won number of wars against the Mughals. His feud with Mughal emperor Aurangzeb, killing of Afzal Khan, general of the Bijapur Sultanate and many more are some of the brave stories everyone have heard of. He was formally crowned as the Chhatrapati (Monarch) of his realm at Raigad in 1674.

When is Shivaji Maharaj Jayanti 2024 ?

Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Jayanti 2024 Date

Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj was born on February 19, 1630, in Shivneri Fort of Pune’s Junnar tehsil. 
Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj is recognised for his administration, courage and combat skills and the day of Sri Shivaji Jayanti is celebrated with great vigour and traditional style by Maharashtrians. This day is a public holiday in the state of Maharashtra.

Shivaji Jayanti is commemorated on February 19 to honor the founder of the Maratha Kingdom with joy and pride. The date of February 19, 1630 has been accepted as the birth anniversary of Shivaji Jayanti by the government of Maharashtra. If February 19, 1630 is converted from Julian calendar to Hindu lunar calendar (as per Amanta lunar calendar followed in Maharashtra), it marks Krishna Paksha Tritiya during Phalguna month as birth anniversary of Shivaji.
 

Shivaji Jayanti 2024 Date and Timings

This is 394th Birth Anniversary of Chhatrapati Shivaji

Shivaji Jayanti 2024 Date - Monday, February 19, 2024 (English Calendar)

Shivaji Jayanti 2024 Date - Thursday, March 28, 2024 (Hindu Calendar)

Tritiya Tithi Begins - 05:06 PM on Mar 27, 2024
Tritiya Tithi Ends - 06:56 PM on Mar 28, 2024


Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Jayanti: History and Significance

Shivaji Jayanti was established in 1870 by Mahatma Jyotirao Phule. The first celebration was held in Pune. Freedom fighter Bal Gangadhar Tilak also played a role in promoting and highlighting Shivaji Maharaj’s achievements to the general public.

Shivaji Maharaj was the first one to introduce guerrilla fighting techniques with his Maratha army. He brought together the Maratha chiefs of the Mayal, Konkan and Desh areas. Shivaji Maharaj also promoted the use of regional languages like Marathi and Sanskrit in court and administration to discard the Persian language.

Shivaji Maharaj was the first to realise the importance of having a naval force and thus is known as the Father of Indian Navy. He is said to have innovated military tactics and mastered unconventional methods. He revived the ancient Hindu political traditions and court conventions. Shivaji Maharaj established a navy and forts at the coastline to defend Maharashtra on Konkan's side. Jaigad, Vijaydurg, Sindhudurg forts are a testimony to Shivaji's efforts, ideas and valour. It is said that his mother prayed to regional Goddess Shivai and was blessed with the child and thus the name Shivaji was given to the great Maratha ruler.

Chhatrapati Shivaji was the first one to establish a Hindavi Swarajya (Self-rule) in his era.  

In Maharasthra, it is celebrated in a grand manner with huge bike processions taken out across the state. Several programs dedicated to Shivaji Maharaj are organised all over the state every year.

Known for his great courage, at 16 years of age, Shivaji Maharaj captured the Torna fort and when he was 17, he succeeded in capturing the Raigad and Kondana forts. He formed his own enclave from the declining Adilshahi sultanate of Bijapur which heralded the start of the Maratha Empire.
It is observed as Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Jayanti or Shiv Jayanti in 1870 since Mahatma Jyotirao Phule discovered the tomb of Shivaji in Raigad, Pune.


Sri Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj - Founder of Maratha Empire

Shivaji Maharaj was named after the native Goddess Shivai, who had granted his mother’s wish for a son. The founder of the Maratha state, Shivaji Maharaj is recognised for his administration, courage, and combat skills. He was the first one to introduce guerrilla fighting techniques through his Maratha army.

With the Maratha state at a decline during his growing years, he challenged the Mughal rule and the Deccan Sultanates successfully to found a flourishing Maratha kingdom. His skirmishes with Aurangzeb were well known. Aurangzeb was never able to make the daring hero submit to himself.

Shivaji was instrumental in bringing the Maratha chiefs of the Mayal, Konkan, and Desh areas together. Shivaji also promoted the use of regional languages like Marathi and Sanskrit in court and administration and ditched the usual language of his time, Persian.


History of Shivaji Maharaj Jayanti

Mahatma Jyotirao Phule established Shivaji Jayanti in 1870. The Shivaji Maharaj tomb was discovered by Mahatma Jyotirao Phule in Raigad, around 100 kilometres from Pune.

The first Shivaji Jayanti celebrations were held in Pune. Later renowned freedom fighter Bal Gangadhar Tilak was instrumental in popularising the festival all the more by promoting it and also highlighting Shivaji Maharaj’s achievements to the general public.


Shivaji Jayanti Celebrations

In Maharashtra, Shivaji Jayanti is a state-wide holiday that is observed with much pomp and devotion. The Marathas’ rich and diversified cultural history is also celebrated on this day. The importance of the great leader’s contributions is remembered by a large number of people in the forms of dance and plays that are enacted.

When you are enthusiastic, the mountain also looks like a clay pile - Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj had said this. He was the founder of the Maratha Empire. Chhatrapati Shivaji is considered to be among the greatest Indian warriors of his time. A great military administrator and tactician, Chhatrapati Shivaji fought and won several wars against the Mughals. He was crowned as the “Chhatrapati [Emperor]” in 1674. His bravery and quotes on life continue to inspire us. People across the nation, especially in Maharashtra, observe his birth anniversary as Shivaji Jayanti. 
And, to mark Shivaji Jayanti, we have prepared a list of Shivaji Jayanti wishes, quotes, messages and WhatsApp greetings that you can share with your family and friends. Here are these:


Shivaji Jayanti Wishes, Shivaji Jayanti Quotes

  • Shivaji Jayanti will always remind us of the courageous hero of our country who lived and died for the nation
  • Let us celebrate Shivaji Jayanti by promising ourselves to always walk the path of righteousness like Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj and make our nation proud
  • Shivaji Jayanti reminds us of the courageous acts of Chhatrapati Shivaji which will inspire the coming generations forever. Happy Shivaji Jayanti to you
  • If we can take inspiration from the life of Chhatrapati Shivaji then it will be the best thing we can do for our lives…. Best wishes on Shivaji Jayanti
  • We are fortunate to be born on the land where Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj was born. It is truly a pride for us to share his motherland with a courageous soul like him…. Happy Shivaji Jayanti.
  • Chhatrapati Shivaji inspired many souls when he was alive and he will continue to motivate the youth of the country for generations to come
  • Inspiration, courage, commitment, dedication…For him, everything started with love for his country…. Happy Shivaji Jayanti.
  • On the occasion of Shivaji Jayanti, I am sending my warmest greetings to all of you for a successful future


Happy Shivaji Jayanti Whatsapp Quotes and Wishes


1. “Freedom is a boon, which everyone has the right to receive”

2. “Never bend your head, always hold it high”

3. जगातील एकमेव राजा असा आहे,

ज्याचा जन्म आणि मृत्यू किल्ल्यावरच झाला,

तो राजा म्हणजेच छत्रपती श्री शिवाजी महाराज.

शिव जयंतीच्या हार्दिक शुभेच्छा.

4. “The whole world respects those who bend before dharma, truth, excellence, and God”

5. Be strong like him, be courageous like him, be inspiring like him. Be like Chhatrapati Shivaji

6. May the bravery, enthusiasm stay forever in the blood of this land. Happy Shivaji Jayanti

7. Chhatrapati Shivaji inspired many souls when he was alive and he will continue to motivate the youth of the country for generations to come. Happy Shivaji Jayanti.

8. May you be always blessed with the blessings of Shivaji to always be successful in your dreams and always be full of courage and strength. Best wishes on Shivaji Jayanti

9. Shivaji Jayanti is not just a festival but is taking inspiration from Shivaji to be like him in some way. Best wishes on Shivaji Jayanti

Panguni Uthiram 2024 Date

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

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