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  • Hanumath Jayanthi 2024 Date and Marghashirsha Amavasya Tithi: Know Significance and Rituals of the Day Dedicated to the Worshipping of Lord Hanuman

    Hanumath Jayanthi 2024 Date and Marghashirsha Amavasya Tithi: Know Significance and Rituals of the Day Dedicated to the Worshipping of Lord Hanuman

    Hanumath Jayanthi 2024 is on December 30. This annual celebration is marked on the new moon day in the month of Margashirsha. It is believed that Lord Hanumath was born on the Amavasya tithi of Mrghashirsha month when Moolam Nakshatram was prevailing. Every year, the celebration of Hanumath Jayanthi is marked with great fervour and enthusiasm. The celebration is also known as Hanuman Jayanti in North India and is celebrated in the Hindu month of Chaitra. As we celebrate Hanumath Jayanthi 2024, here is everything you need to know about this day, how to celebrate Hanumath Jayanthi and more.

    Hanumath Jayanthi 2024 Date and Marghashirsha Amavasya Tithi

    Hanumath Jayanthi 2024 is on December 30. This annual commemoration is a common practice across Tamil Nadu and celebrates the birth of Lord Hanumath or Lord Hanuman. Hanumath Jayanthi is marked on the Margashirsha Amavasya when Moolam Nakshatram is prevailing. In years when Moolam Nakshatra does not coincide with Amavasya, Amavasya day is preferred to celebrate Hanumath Jayanthi. The Marghashirsha Amavasya tithi begins on 04:01 AM on Dec 30, 2024 and will go on till 03:56 AM on Dec 31, 2024. Hindu Festivals Calendar 2025: Know Dates of Holi, Chaitra Navratri, Durga Puja, Ganesh Chaturthi, Diwali and Other Major Festivals in India. 

    Hanumath Jayanthi Significance and Rituals

    Hanumath Jayanthi celebrations are extremely important for devotees of Lord Hanuman or Anjaneyar and are marked with special Pujas, processions and festivities across the state. It is interesting to note that the date of Hanuman Jayanti is different in different parts of the country. However, the love, adoration and respect for Lord Hanuman remains constant. While people in North India celebrate the birthday of Lord Hanuman on Chaitra Purnima, In Andhra Pradesh and Telangana, Hanuman Jayanthi is celebrated for 41-days which starts on Chaitra Purnima and ends on the tenth day during Krishna Paksha in Vaishakha month.

    We hope that the celebration of Hanumath Jayanthi in Tamil Nadu brings love, light and prosperity to one and all. People are sure to mark this day by singing devotional songs, offering special delicacies like Wada Malai (A garland made of medu vada) and sweets to Lord Hanuman and seeking His blessings and guidance. Here’s wishing everyone a Happy Hanumath Jayanti 2024!

    (The above story first appeared on LatestLY on Dec 30, 2024 05:35 AM IST. For more news and updates on politics, world, sports, entertainment and lifestyle, log on to our website latestly.com).

  • Tamil Hanumath Jayanthi 2024 Date and Amavasai Tithi: Know Puja Rituals and Significance of the Auspicious Day Dedicated to Lord Hanuman

    Tamil Hanumath Jayanthi 2024 Date and Amavasai Tithi: Know Puja Rituals and Significance of the Auspicious Day Dedicated to Lord Hanuman

    Tamil Hanumath Jayanthi is an annual festival celebrated in Tamil Nadu to honour Lord Hanuman, the ardent devotee of Lord Rama. Lord Hanuman is a symbol of strength, devotion, and selfless service. While the date of Hanumath Jayanthi varies across regions in India, in Tamil Nadu, it is usually observed during the Margazhi month, which falls in December or January as per the Tamil calendar. Tamil Hanumath Jayanthi 2024 date in December falls on Monday, December 30. On this day, temples dedicated to Lord Hanuman, such as the famous Anjaneyar Temples, are adorned with decorations and host elaborate rituals.

    In Tamil Nadu, Hanumath Jayanthi is observed during Margashirsha Amavasya and most of the time, Margashirsha Amavasya coincides with Moolam Nakshatram. It is believed that God Hanumath was born during Margashirsha Amavasya at the time of Moolam Nakshatram. In years when Moolam Nakshatra does not coincide with Amavasya, Amavasya day is preferred to decide Hanumath Jayanthi day. Hindu Festivals Calendar 2025: Know Dates of Holi, Chaitra Navratri, Durga Puja, Ganesh Chaturthi, Diwali and Other Major Festivals in India. 

    Tamil Hanumath Jayanthi 2024 Date and Timings

    • Tamil Hanumath Jayanthi 2024 falls on Monday, December 30, 2024.

    • The Amavasai Tithi Begins at 04:01 AM on December 30, 2024 and will end at 03:56 AM on December 31, 2024

    Tamil Hanumath Jayanthi Puja Rituals

    • Devotees should wake up early in the morning, take a holy bath and wear clean clothes

    • Clean the home and the area where the puja will be performed.

    • Light a ghee diya in front of the idol of Lord Hanuman idol and seek his blessings and begin by meditating on Lord Hanuman and making a vow to perform the puja with devotion.

    • Devotees should decorate the idol of Lord Hanuman with flowers and offer sweets.

    • On the day of Hanumath Jayanthi, devotees should also visit Lord Hanuman Temple

    • Sindoor is smeared on the idol of Lord Hanuman.

    Tamil Hanumath Jayanthi Significance

    Tamil Hanumath Jayanthi holds great significance for devotees of Lord Hanuman. As per religious beliefs, it is said that Lord Hanuman is always present where people chant the name of Lord Rama. Hence, on this day, devotees recite Ramayana and seek the blessings of Lord Hanuman. In Hanuman Temples, special prayers are offered to Lord Hanuman. Processions of Hanuman idols are conducted in many towns and villages, accompanied by traditional music and dance.

    (The above story first appeared on LatestLY on Dec 30, 2024 06:45 AM IST. For more news and updates on politics, world, sports, entertainment and lifestyle, log on to our website latestly.com).