Hanuman Jayanti, the celebration of the birth of Lord Hanuman, holds significant importance in Hinduism. On this day, devotees worship Lord Hanuman and seek his blessings.
This year, Hanuman Jayanti falls on April 23, 2024, which is a Tuesday, making it even more special. Hanuman Ji is also known as Sankatmochan because he alleviates all the troubles of his devotees. Worshipping Hanuman Ji grants devotees liberation from fear, pain, and suffering. To please Lord Hanuman, people perform rituals and follow certain practices after worshipping him on Hanuman Jayanti.
If you also wish to receive the grace of Hanuman Ji, there are certain items you should bring to your home on Hanuman Jayanti. Therefore, in this article, we will discuss what items you should bring to your home on Hanuman Jayanti and the significance of this auspicious day.
Items to Bring to Your Home on Hanuman Jayanti:
- Copper Hammer: Bringing a small copper hammer to your home on Hanuman Jayanti is a tradition that has been followed for centuries. The copper hammer dispels vastu doshas (architectural faults) and reduces the negative effects of planetary positions in the birth chart. It enhances positive energy, aids in acquiring prosperity and good fortune, and symbolizes the strength and devotion of Lord Hanuman. It is believed that bringing a copper hammer on Hanuman Jayanti bestows positive energy and blessings.
- Mace (Gada): Lord Hanuman is also known as Gada-dhari, which means the one who carries the mace. The mace symbolizes power, courage, and victory. Bringing a mace to your home on the auspicious occasion of Hanuman Jayanti is considered highly auspicious. It dispels negative energy and evil spirits from the home, brings positive energy and prosperity, provides health and security, and enhances mental strength and focus.
Significance of Hanuman Jayanti:
Hanuman Jayanti is celebrated with great joy and enthusiasm by the followers of Hinduism. It is observed on the full moon day of the Chaitra month. On this day, devotees worship Lord Hanuman, remember his bravery and devotion, and seek his blessings. Hanuman Jayanti is the festival commemorating the birth of Lord Hanuman, who is revered as the supreme devotee of Lord Rama and a great warrior. Hanuman Ji is a symbol of boundless strength, courage, devotion, and loyalty. Worshipping him enables devotees to attain these virtues. It is believed that worshipping Lord Hanuman on Hanuman Jayanti alleviates the troubles of devotees and brings success in life. For those whose horoscopes have a weak Mars (Mangal) planet, Hanuman Jayanti holds special significance.
Hanuman Jayanti Puja Vidhi:
- Wake up early in the morning and take a bath, wearing clean clothes.
- Clean and decorate your home temple or worship area.
- Install the idol or image of Lord Hanuman.
- Offer lamps, incense sticks, flowers, and food.
- Recite the Hanuman Chalisa or chant Hanuman Ji’s mantras.
- Express your desires to Lord Hanuman.
- Distribute prasad (sacred food).
Hanuman Jayanti is a auspicious occasion celebrated with fervor and devotion. Bringing certain items to your home on this day and performing rituals can bring blessings, prosperity, and protection from troubles. It is a time to remember the virtues of Lord Hanuman and seek his divine grace for a blessed life.