Annapurna Jayanti 2023: Date, Time, Shubh Muhurat And All You Need To Know

According to mythological stories, on Margashirsha Purnima, Goddess Parvati assumed the form of Annapurna and descended to Earth.

Annapurna Jayanti 2023

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Annapurna Jayanti 2023: On the full moon day of the month of Margashirsha, Annapurna Jayanti is celebrated. According to mythological stories, on Margashirsha Purnima, Goddess Parvati assumed the form of Annapurna and descended to Earth. Therefore, worshipping her on this day ensures abundance and prosperity in the household.

Goddess Annapurna resides in every home. This is why Annapurna Jayanti holds immense significance. Let's find out the date, auspicious timings, and importance of Annapurna Jayanti in the year 2023.

Annapurna Jayanti 2023 Date:

Annapurna Jayanti falls on December 26, 2023, which is a Tuesday. In Hinduism, Annapurna Jayanti holds special importance. As the name suggests, Goddess Annapurna is revered as the deity dedicated to food and nourishment. In Hindi, "Anna" means food, and "Purna" means complete.

Annapurna Jayanti 2023 Muhurat:

According to the Panchang, Annapurna Jayanti will commence on the morning of December 26, 2023, at 5:46 AM and conclude the next day, December 27, 2023, at 6:02 AM.

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Puja Vidhi:

On the day of Annapurna Jayanti, clean the house and purify it by sprinkling Ganga water. Afterward, worship the stove used for cooking with turmeric, kumkum, rice, flowers, incense, and a lit lamp. Following this, perform the puja of Goddess Parvati and Lord Shiva, who are symbolically present in the kitchen.

Significance of Annapurna Jayanti:

In Hinduism, Goddess Annapurna is considered the provider of sustenance for the entire world. Hence, almost every kitchen in households has an image or idol of Goddess Annapurna. It is believed that once, there was a scarcity of food on Earth, and beings started craving nourishment. To alleviate the suffering of people, Goddess Parvati incarnated as Annapurna. On this day, it is recommended to perform puja and rituals in the kitchen.