Hanuman Jayanti 2025: Traditions and Celebrations Unveiled

In Hinduism, the worship of Lord Hanuman ji is considered to be of special importance. It is believed that by worshipping the Lord daily. The devotee’s biggest troubles are resolved. Bajrangbali has the boon of Astha Siddhis and Nine Nidhis. 

With its effect, he ends the troubles of all the devotees and fills their lives with happiness. In the scriptures, Sankatmochan is considered a symbol of energy, power, knowledge, devotion, and strength. 

He is also the biggest devotee of Lord Rama, so worshipping him also brings blessings of Lord Shri Ram. During this time, Hanuman Janamotsav is considered the most auspicious to please Hanuman ji and get his special blessings.

Let us tell you, Hanuman Jayanti is celebrated on the full Moon day of Chaitra Shukla, which is called Hanuman Janamotsav. It is believed that Bajrangbali is present in physical form on the Earth around us even today; hence, it is called Hanuman Janamotsav.

Hanuman Janamotsav date and puja muhurat:

This time Chaitra Purnima Tithi is starting on 12th April 2025 at 3:30 am. This tithi will end on 13th April 2025 at 5:52 am. In such a situation, the great festival of Hanuman Janamotsav will be celebrated on 12th April 2025.

This time there are two Shubh Muhurta for worship on Hanuman Janamotsav. The first Muhurat is from 7:35 am to 9:11 am on April 12th. After this, the second Shubh Muhurat will be from 6:45 pm to 8:08 pm.

Importance of Hanuman Jayanti;

Hanuman Jyanti is not only a religious festival, but it is also a symbol of strength, devotion, and loyalty. Lord Hanuman is worshiped as a devotee of Ram, a troubleshooter, and a superpower god. His devotion, selfless service, and valor give us the message of truth and integrity in life. On this day, Shri Hanuman Chalisa is especially recited, which removes negative energy and spreads positivity. On this day, devotees visit Hanuman temples and worship his idol and offer him chola. The puja performed on this day removes all the troubles of life and increases self-confidence.

Importance of Hanuman Jayanti from an astrological point of view:

Lord Hanuman is considered to be the factor of Mars. Worshipping Hanumanji is especially beneficial for people suffering from Mangal Dosha. By worshipping Hanumanji on this day, the inauspicious effects of Saturn, Rahu, and Ketu also end.

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How to perform Hnuman Jayanti Puja:

Preparation:

• Clean the house and take a bath early in the morning.
• Wear clean, preferably red or orange clothes.
•   Set up a picture or idol of Lord Hnuman (sitting or Sitting posture)

Step-by-step puja ritual:

•  Sankalp (resolution): Take a vow to observe the fast and do the puja with full devotion.
• Abhishekam (bathing the idol): Use water, raw milk, honey, curd, ghee, and Gangajal for a Panchamrit Abhishek. Wipe with a clean cloth.
• Offerings: red flowers, sindoor (vermilion) mixed with jasmine oil.
• Bananas, jaggery, boondi laddoos, and Tulsi leaves. Apply sindoor and oil to lord Hanuman’s idol.
• Mantra chanting: “Om Hanumate Namah” (108 times)

Hanuman chalisa (1, 3, 7, or 11 times)

Sundar kand path or Bajrang baan

• Aarti and Bhajans: Perform Hanuman Arti with bell, conch, and diyas. Sing bhajans dedicated to Hanuman.
• Fasting: Many devotees observe a fast with fruits and milk, or a complete nirjala fast.

Hanuman jayanti katha:

In the Treta yuga, the wind god Vayu blessed Anjana, an apsara cursed to be born on earth, with a child who would be a divine incarnation. Lord Hanuman was born on Chaitra Purnima as a Vanara (Monkey-faced deity). Hanuman ji is called Anjaniputra and Pavanputra. He is considered to be the Rudra incarnation of Lord Shiva. He had demonstrated his extraordinary powers in his childhood itself, when he swallowed the Sun, mistaking it to be a fruit. All the gods were surprised by this incident, and Lord Indra injured him with his thunderbolt, the mark of which fell on his chin (Hanu), and he came to be known as Hanuman. Later, he became an eternal devotee of Lord Rama, playing a pivotal role in the Ramayana, especially in finding Maa Sita and defeating Ravana. He was very agile and valiant since childhood. His unique strength and power have been described in many religious texts.

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Powerful remedies on Hanuman Jayanti:

These spiritual remedies are especially effective if performed on Hanuman Jayanti:

• To remove negativity or evil eyes: Apply Sindoor mixed with jasmine oil to the Hanuman idol and your forehead. Light a mustard oil diya under a Peepal Tree in the evening.
• For protection and fearlessness: Chant Hanuman Bahuk or Bajrang Baan 7 times. Offer red cloth and betal leaves at a Hanuman temple.
• For planetary Dosha (especially Saturn/Sade Sati): Recite Sunderkand or Hanuman Chalisa daily. Donate black sesame seeds, mustard oil, or urad dal.
• For legal, enemy, or Health issues: Offer jaggery and chana to monkeys or the poor. Chant “Om Namo Bhagvate Anjaneyaya Mhabalaya Swaha”- 21 or 108 times.

Dos and Don’ts on Hanuman Jayanti:

Dos:

• Stay pure in thoughts, words, and actions.
•   Visit the Hanuman temple or perform puja at home.
• Chant Hanuman Chalisa and listen to Ramayana katha.
• Help the poor, feed monkeys, cows, or sadhus.
• Observe celibacy for the day (especially for male devotees).

Don’ts:

• Avoid non-veg food, alcohol, onions, garlic, and tamasic food.
• Don’t speak harshly, lie, or hurt others.
• Avoid disrespecting elders or holy books.
• Do not cut hair or nails on this day.

Conclusion:

Hanuman Jayanti 2025 is a spiritually powerful day to invoke divine protection, clear obstacles, and increase inner strength and devotion. With proper puja and remedies, you can experience transformation in multiple areas of life-be it health, career, or peace of mind. The worship and meditation done on this day give a person amazing self-confidence and mental peace. This festival inspires us to adopt the ideals of Lord Hanuman ji in our lives.