Hanuman Jayanti 2023: Date, shubh muhurat, mantra and how to celebrate

The celebration of Hanuman Jayanti holds great significance in the Hindu faith as it is dedicated to the revered Lord Hanuman. Devotees of the deity celebrate the birth anniversary of Maruti Nandan in large numbers.

This auspicious day, also known as Hanuman Janmotsav, falls on the Purnima Tithi of Shukla Paksha during the month of Chaitra. This year, on April 6, 2023, Hanuman Jayanti will be celebrated.

Hanuman Jayanti 2023: Tithi, Shubh Muhurat

The auspicious occasion of Hanuman Jayanti in 2023 will be celebrated on April 6. The Purnima Tithi commences at 09:19 AM on April 05, 2023, and concludes at 10:04 AM on April 06, 2023. Devotees planning to celebrate Hanuman Jayanti should take note of the following Shubh Muhurat timings:


06:06 AM to 07:40 AM
10:49 AM to 12:23 PM
12:23 PM to 01:58 PM
01:58 PM to 03:32 PM
05:07 PM to 06:41 PM
06:41 PM to 08:07 PM

It is recommended that devotees observe the celebrations during these propitious timings to enhance the positive energy and spiritual significance of the occasion.

How to celebrate?

Hanuman Jayanti is celebrated with great fervour and devotion, as people pay homage to Lord Hanuman in various ways. To commemorate the birth anniversary of the revered deity, devotees undertake fasts and offer prayers. Some also visit temples and set up food stalls to distribute food among the poor and needy. Additionally, Sundar Kaand Paath, bhajans, and kirtans are organised to celebrate the occasion.

There are also several mantras that devotees chant to seek the blessings of Lord Hanuman, including "Om Ham Hanumate Namah" and "Om Namo Bhagvate Hanumate Namah." Another popular mantra is "Ashta Siddhi Nav Nidhi Ke Daata As Var Deen Janki Maat,"

FAQs:

1. What are other names of Hanuman?
   Anjaneya, Bajrangbali, Chiranjivi
2. Is Lord Hanuman an incarnation?
   Yes, he is said to be an incarnation of Mahadeva.