Matsya Dwadashi 2024: Lord Vishnu took several incarnations to protect the world and uphold dharma. His first incarnation was in the form of Matsya (fish). It is believed that Lord Vishnu assumed this form on the Dwadashi Tithi, the twelfth day of the Shukla Paksha in the month of Margashirsha. Hence, this day is celebrated as Matsya Dwadashi.
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Matsya Dwadashi 2024 Date
The Matsya Dwadashi fast and worship are observed the day after Mokshada Ekadashi, which falls on Thursday, December 12, 2024, this year. The Dwadashi Tithi begins on December 12 at 1:09 AM and ends on December 13 at 10:26 AM. According to the Udayatithi, the Matsya Dwadashi fast and worship will be observed on December 12, 2024.
Matsya Dwadashi 2024 Puja Vidhi
On Matsya Dwadashi, Lord Vishnu is worshipped in his Matsya incarnation. Begin the worship by taking a purifying bath. Then, spread a yellow cloth on a platform and place the idol of Lord Matsya. Offer flowers, incense, lamps, sandalwood paste, vermilion, fruits, food, and other items. Chant mantras while performing the worship. Recite the Matsya Avatar Stuti Mantra for blessings.
Matsya Dwadashi 2024 Daan
On Matsya Dwadashi, along with fasting and worship, the significance of charity increases greatly. Astrologer Anish Vyas suggests donating yellow clothes, grains, jaggery, and money on this day to seek relief from hardships.
Why Lord Vishnu Took The Matsya Avatar
According to mythology, the demon Hayagriva once stole the Vedas from Brahma and hid them in the ocean's depths, plunging the world into ignorance. To restore knowledge, Lord Vishnu took the Matsya avatar, defeated Hayagriva, and safeguarded the Vedas. This incarnation symbolises the restoration of dharma and the preservation of Earth from destruction. The Matsya avatar is also mentioned in the Gita, Mahabharata, and Vishnu Purana.
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