Hanuman Jayanti 2024: Dos And Don'ts To Follow On Hanuman Janamotsav

Hanuman Jayanti holds immense significance for Hindus across the country, celebrated with great devotion and enthusiasm. Devotees of Hanuman, the revered deity known for his strength and bravery, mark this occasion with fasting, temple visits, prayers, and embellishing their worship spaces. This auspicious day is also referred to as Hanuman Janamotsav, Anjaneya Jayanti, Hanumath Jayanti, and Bajrangbali Jayanti.

Hanuman Jayanti falls on the full moon day in the Hindu month of Chaitra. Born to Anjana and Kesari, Hanuman is hailed as the son of the Wind God. In Hindu mythology, Hanuman is depicted as a superhero, embodying exceptional strength and courage, and an ardent devotee of Lord Rama.

In 2024, Hanuman Jayanti is celebrated today, on Tuesday, April 23rd. The significance of this day amplifies when it coincides with a Tuesday or Saturday, dedicated to Bajrangbali. Special rituals such as adorning Hanuman idols, reciting the Sunderkand, singing bhajans, fasting, charity, and engaging in recitations and kirtans are observed fervently by devotees.

Auspicious Muhurat Timings:

According to Drik Panchang, devotees planning to commemorate Hanuman Jayanti should take note of the following auspicious Muhurat timings:

As devotees come together to celebrate Hanuman Jayanti, they seek blessings and guidance from Bajrangbali, the epitome of devotion and strength, to overcome obstacles and lead a righteous life. As we all celebrate the auspicious day of Hanuman Jayanti today, let's take a look into some Dos and Don'ts that everyone should follow on this day:

Do’s for Hanuman Jayanti:

• Perform Aarti with Ghee or Jasmine Lamp: Seek blessings by performing Lord Hanuman's aarti using ghee or a jasmine lamp.
• Feed Jaggery to Monkeys: Considered auspicious, offer jaggery to monkeys on Hanuman Jayanti.
• Engage in Charity: Make donations on Hanuman Jayanti for a peaceful life and to alleviate problems.
• Offer Chola, Vermilion, and Jasmine Oil: Choose to offer saffron scarf (chola), vermillion, and jasmine oil to Lord Hanuman.
• Offer Sindoor: Present sindoor to Lord Hanuman ji as a token of devotion.
• Offer Sweets as Prasadam: As prasadam, offer boondi, besan laddoos, and imartis, which are Lord Hanuman's favorite sweets.
• Practice Celibacy: Maintain celibacy, especially seekers, on the auspicious day of Hanuman Jayanti.
• Use Red Flowers and Pure Desi Ghee: Utilize red colored flowers and pure desi ghee or sesame oil while worshipping Lord Hanuman.
• Recite Hanuman Chalisa and Sundarkand: Don't forget to recite the Hanuman Chalisa and Sundarkand during Hanuman Jayanti Puja.
• Offer Cloves and Cardamom: Offering cloves and cardamom to Lord Bajrangbali can mitigate Shani Dosh, especially if suffering from "Saadhe Saati" or "Dhaiya".

Don’ts for Hanuman Jayanti:

• Properly Worship Lord Ram: Remember to properly worship Lord Shri Ram during Hanuman Jayanti as Hanuman was an ardent follower of Lord Ram.
• Avoid Tamasik Food: Refrain from consuming tamasik food on Hanuman Jayanti.
• Do Not Disturb Monkeys: Respect the sanctity of the day by refraining from disturbing monkeys.
• No Harm to Animals: On Hanuman Jayanti, avoid disturbing or harming any animals, not just monkeys.
• Fast Without Salt: If fasting, exclude salt from your menu and prefer sweets instead.
• No Alcohol or Intoxicants: Abstain from consuming alcohol or intoxicants on Hanuman Jayanti.
• Avoid Tamasic Ingredients: Do not include any tamasic ingredient or food in your menu on Hanuman Jayanti.
• Refrain from Fights or Verbal Abuse: Maintain peace and harmony by avoiding fights or verbal abuse with others on this day.
• Do Not Use Panchamrit or Charanamrit: During Lord Hanuman’s worship on Hanuman Jayanti, refrain from using Panchamrit or Charanamrit.
• Abstain from Non-Vegetarian Food: Non-vegetarian food must be abstained from on Hanuman Jayanti.

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