Hindu Dharma gives us enough chances to learn and celebrate at the same time. Hanuman Jayanti is another such day to celebrate the birthday of the powerful devotee of Lord Ram, Bajrangbali. It is celebrated every year on the Chaitra month’s Purnima Tithi. This year, it will be observed today on the 6th of April, 2023, Thursday. Hanuman ji is also called Sankatmochan for being the one to be able to guide and save people from calamities. This indicates worshipping Hanuman ji regularly reduces the obstacles in life and also gives positive results. At the same time, according to astrology, there are many zodiac signs on which the grace of Hanuman Ji always remains.
Know why this year is considered auspicious for Hanuman Jayanti, the mantras to offer and what is the importance of zodiac signs associated with the celebration. Also, note a brief on how to perform a Puja to honour Hanuman ji, and what benefits we can expect.
Date, Tithi and Paksha
Hanuman Jayanti: April 6, 2023
Purnima Tithi Starts: 09:19 AM on Apr 5, 2023
Purnima Tithi Ends: 10:04 AM on Apr 6, 2023
Paksha – Shukla Paksha, Chaitra
Importance of Hanuman Jayanti
- On this special day, it is believed that by doing a Pavitra Snan (a purification ceremony), all of your sins will be forgiven and all obstacles in your life will be removed.
- Additionally, if you are having problems with Shani (Saturn) or your Kundali (wind chart), it is recommended that you go to the temple and pray to Hanuman Ji on this special day.
- Lord Hanuman is a very powerful god who is devoted to Lord Rama. He can give you joy, and he can also help you solve your problems by just reciting Hanuman Chalisa constantly.
- Hanuman Puja is performed by listening to Sunderkand which can be used to neutralise problems in life.
Hanuman Mantra chanting for the auspicious Jayanti
Devotees can chant Hanuman Mantras to appease Sankatmochan and form a deeper relationship with him. Here are some of them:
Hanuman Mool Mantra
To overcome hurdles and difficulties in life, individuals should recite the Hanuman Mool mantra. This mantra is powerful. As a result, it should be chanted for physical strength, stamina, and power.
Mantra:
ऊँ हनुमते नमः
Om Hanumate Namah
Hanuman Beeja Mantra
Devotees believe that repeating the Hanuman Beeja Mantra on a Hanuman Janmotsav is the most effective technique to appease Lord Hanuman and earn his blessings. You can try on your own to see the results.
Mantra:
ॐ ऐं भ्रीम हनुमते, श्री राम दूताय नमः
Om Aim Bhreem Hanumate, Shree Ram Dootaay Namah
Significance of worship of Hanuman ji with Sindoor and Pooja Vidhi
Once Hanuman ji saw Mata Sita applying “Sindoor” and asked, “Mother, what are you applying?” Mother said that by applying Sindoor, our Lord Shri Ram is pleased, so I am applying it. Later Hanuman ji applied Sindoor all over his body to please his Lord Shri Ram.
Pooja Vidhi Includes:
- On Hanuman Jayanti, get up early, take a bath, and dress well.
- Priority should be given to cleaning the house before Puja.
- Hanuman Chalisa, Sundarkand, Bajrang Baan, and Ramayana teachings can be studied when doing the Puja.
- Massage Hanuman Ji with Sindoor in Chameli (Jasmine) oil.
- Light Diyas and insert a crimson thread coated in mustard oil.
- Doo Aarti and ask Hanuman Ji for forgiveness for mistakes that were made.
Astrological benefits of Hanuman Jayanti
Hanuman Jayanti is an important day in astrology, as it ought to greatly affect the planetary placements and the energy levels of the cosmos. Astrologers believe that reciting Hanuman Chalisa during Hanuman Jayanti is particularly potent from an astrological standpoint.
The hymn can please Mars (Mangal), the planet of power, courage, and triumph. Chanting the Hanuman Chalisa lessens Mars’s negative impacts on one’s horoscope and brings about favourable life transformations.
During Hanuman Jayanti, many people undertake pujas and rituals that have astrological significance. The puja assists in connecting with Lord Hanuman’s holy powers and seeking his blessings. If you are having difficulties finding the correct path in life, connecting with an expert will be a good way to enhance your life.
– Alok Khandelwal
A prominent celebrity astrologer with a base in India and UK, resolving issues for many lives across countries. He also has his own Gurukul for training the future generation in the science of Astrology.