Chaitra Purnima And Hanuman Jayanti 2025 — Know Significance, Date, Rituals, And More

The first full moon of the Hindu New Year is celebrated as Hanuman Jayanti. On this day, the worship of Lord Vishnu and Chandra Dev holds special significance.

Chaitra Purnima And Hanuman Jayanti 2025

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In Hinduism, observing this fast is believed to bring auspicious results. On this day, devotees worship Lord Hanuman and observe a fast in his honor. But what is the connection between Chaitra Purnima and Hanuman Jayanti? Let’s explore its significance.

Significance Of Chaitra Purnima And Its Connection To Hanuman Jayanti:

Chaitra Purnima, the full moon of the Shukla Paksha (waxing phase) in the Hindu month of Chaitra, is the first full moon of the Hindu New Year. It is also known as Chaiti Poonam or Chaitra Purnima. On this day, the Moon shines in its full glory. Special prayers are offered to Lord Vishnu and Goddess Lakshmi.

This year, Hanuman Jayanti also falls on Chaitra Purnima, making it even more significant. The full moon on this day appears larger and brighter as it comes closer to the Earth. According to Hindu beliefs, Lord Hanuman was born on this day, which is why Hanuman Jayanti is celebrated with great devotion. Observing a fast and worshipping Lord Hanuman on this occasion is believed to fulfill wishes and remove obstacles.

Chaitra Purnima and Hanuman Jayanti 2025: Date and Auspicious Timings

Date: Begins on April 12 at 3:21 AM and ends on April 13 at 5:51 AM

Rituals For Worship On Chaitra Purnima And Hanuman Jayanti

• Wake up early and take a holy bath.
• Offer incense, lamps, flowers, sandalwood, and sacred offerings to Lord Vishnu.
• Light a ghee lamp and worship Lord Vishnu.
• Offer Gangajal (holy water from the Ganges).
• Chant Vishnu mantras and perform Aarti.
• Prepare and offer Kheer (sweet rice pudding) with Tulsi leaves.
• At night, offer raw milk to the Moon.
• Break the fast after completing the rituals.

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