- By Kashish Rai
- Tue, 13 May 2025 10:53 AM (IST)
- Source:JND
Bada Mangalwar 2025: In Sanatan Dharma, Bada Mangal, also known as Budhwa Mangal, holds special importance. Devotees worship Lord Hanuman in his elderly form on every Tuesday in the month of Jyeshtha. This festival is observed with immense zeal and devotion by the people of Uttar Pradesh and the surrounding region. Five Bada Mangalwar will be celebrated this year in Jyeshtha. Though the fifth and final one will be observed on 10th June, the first Bada Mangal falls on 13th May.
Check out all the significant details about the date, significance and dos and don’ts to follow during this auspicious Tuesday below.
Bada Mangalwar 2025: Date
The first Bada Mangalwar of Jyeshtha month is being observed on 13th May 2025.
Bada Mangalwar 2025: Significance
In Sanatan Dharma, Bada Mangal is associated with a number of religious beliefs. According to one widely held belief, the first meeting between Lord Rama and Hanuman took place on a Tuesday in the month of Jyeshtha. According to another story that links the day to the Mahabharata period, Lord Hanuman, in his old form, humbled Bhima's pride on a Tuesday. These tales demonstrate Bada Mangal's spiritual profundity and importance, particularly in light of Lord Hanuman's heavenly power and discernment.
Legend has it that Hanuman was resting on the mount of Gandhamadan in the Dwapar Yuga, masquerading as an old monkey. While in search of sweet-smelling flowers for Draupadi, Bhima chanced upon sleeping Hanuman. Muscular and arrogant, Bhima demanded that the old monkey pull out his tail from the path. Hanuman shot back by telling him to shift it himself. Bhima attempted to do so, but failed to lift the tail. Then Hanuman shattered Bhima's pride by pushing him away with his tail. Bhima folded his hands in humility and asked about the old primate's identity. When Hanuman emerged, he informed Bhima that he had assumed this form to humble him.
Devotees offer worship to Lord Hanuman in his elderly form on the sacred occasion of Bada Mangalwar or Budhwa Mangalwar. (Image Source: Canva)
Bada Mangalwar 2025: Dos And Don’ts To Follow On This Auspicious Tuesday
Dos For Bada Mangalwar 2025
- Worship Lord Hanuman with complete faith on Bada Mangal, adhering to all rituals and traditional customs.
- Recite Hanuman Chalisa, Sundarkand, and mantras of Lord Hanuman and Lord Rama during the day.
- Offer jaggery and roasted black grams to Lord Hanuman as a part of the traditional bhog during puja.
- Boondi and laddoos are dear to Lord Hanuman, so make sure to offer them during worship and then share the prasad with family and devotees.
- On Bada Mangal, be generous in your donations and provide food to the hungry ones; hold a community feast if possible.
- Take your elder brothers' blessings to maintain tradition and build familial love and respect on this holy day.
Don’ts For Bada Mangalwar 2025
- Steer clear of tamasic food, alcohol, meat and avoid cutting your nails or hair on this sacred day.
- Do not hurt anybody's sentiments on Bada Mangal; practice kindness and talk softly all through the day.
- Treat the elderly with respect and do not insult or disrespect them on this pious day.
- Avoid dishonesty, lying, cheating and all sorts of dishonesty to respect the spiritual chastity of Bada Mangal.
(Disclaimer: This content includes advice providing generic information only. It is in no way a substitute for qualified spiritual or astrological opinion. Always consult a specialist for more information before adopting any measures.)
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