Hanuman Jayanti
Lord Hanuman is an incarnation of Lord Shiva. Hanuman ji is a symbol of Bhakti, Selflessness and Valor. Hanuman Jayanti this year is celebrated on Saturday, April 12, 2025.
Pooja Aarti Timings
Prominent aarti timings on this day:
- Brahma Muhurta 04:29 am to 05:14 am
- Abhijit Muhurat 11:56 am to 12:48 pm
- Vijay Muhurat 02:30 pm to 03:21 pm
- Godhuli Muhurat 06:44 pm to 07:06 pm
- Amrit Kaal 11:23 am to 1:11 pm
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Hanuman Jayanti Pooja Procedure
On this day one should get up early in the morning and take a bath, then get dressed in red. After this, offer Red Colour flowers to Hanuman ji, offer a devotional attire (Hanuman ji’s Chola) to Lord Hanumanji made up of Sindur mixed with Jasmine oil. Also, offer Hanuman ji’s most favourite Chickpea, jaggery and Coconut (Chana, gud & nariyal).
Offer besan ladoo or boondi ladoo as bhog prasadam.
Recite Hanuman chalisa and Sunderkand, worship Lord Rama and Seeta mata alongside. Keep fasting from grains the whole day. At last apologize for all the sin before Hanumanji.
Mantras for Hanuman Jayanti
ॐ हं हनुमते नमः
Om Ham Hanumate Namah
ॐ नमो भगवते हनुमते नमः
Om Namo Bhagavate Hanumate Namah
ॐ हनुमते रुद्रात्मकाय हुँ फट्
Om Hanumate Rudratmakaya Hum Phat
ॐ हुँ पवननन्दनाय स्वाहा
Om Hum Pavannandanaya Swaha
ॐ नमो हरि मार्कट मार्कटाय स्वाहा
Om Namo Hari Markata Markataya Swaha
ॐ नमो भगवते आञ्जनेयाय महाबलाय स्वाहा
Om Namo Bhagavate Anjaneyaya Mahabalaya Swaha
अष्ट सिद्धि नव निधि के दाता, अस वर दीन जानकी माता
Ashta Siddhi Nava Nidhi Ke Daata, As Var Deen Janaki Mata
दुर्गम काज जगत के जेते, सुगम अनुग्रह तुम्हारे तेते
Durgam Kaaj Jagat Ke Jete, Sugam Anugrah Tumhare Tete
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Significance of Hanuman Jayanti
This day is entirely devoted to Lord Shri Hanumanji. He is considered as a symbol of sacrifice, devotion, power and valor. It is believed that Hanumanji played an important role in Hindu epic Ramayana where he extended his whole hearted devotion to lord Shri Rama in a war between Ravan.
Hanumanji is considered as the eleventh incarnation of Lord Shiva. The devotees express their obeisance by celebrating Hanuman Jayanti. It is believed that by worshipping Hanumanji one can remove the obstacles in life and can be successful. Celebrating this day gives rise to unity and companionship as the devotees celebrate this day together with love and devotion.
Saga of Hanumanji
Hanumanji is an incredible character from the ancient epics. He is known for his unparalleled Power, Courage & his Love and Dedication for Lord Rama. As per Hindu mythology he took birth in human form as a son of Mata Anjani and Kesari ji. He was blessed with several gods and goddesses which made him immortal and invincible. Hanumanji played a significant role in Ramayan where he supported Lord Shri Rama in a battle against the demon king Ravana resulting in defeating him and rescuing Mata Sita from Ravana’s bondage.
Why is Hanuman Jayanti Celebrated Twice a Year?
Let’s identify why is Hanuman Jayanti celebrated twice a year:
First Hanuman Jayanti
First Hanuman Jayanti is celebrated on purnima on Chaitra month as per the Hindu calendar (between the month of March and April), it is the actual birthday anniversary of Hanumanji. It is believed that Hanumanji took birth in human form on this day so one should get the mercy of Hanumanji by worshipping him early in the morning.
Second Hanuman Jayanti
Second Hanuman Jayanti is celebrated on Chaturdashi of Krishna Paksha in the month of Ashwini as per Hindu calendar (between the month of September and October). It is believed that Hanumanji was blessed by mata Sita for being immortal for his Courage and whole hearted devotion for Lord Shri Rama.
One should worship Hanumanji on this day to get such courage, love and devotion for the Supreme Godhead.
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Conclusion
For the devotees, Hanuman Jayanti is an occasion of receiving divine grace from Lord Shri Hanumanji. It is an event for reception of happiness, affluence and spiritual fulfillment. We wish all the devotees a day filled with mercy and bhakti. May the Supreme Godhead endow the readers with divine dexterity.
