- By Kashish Rai
- Wed, 30 Apr 2025 01:27 PM (IST)
- Source:JND
Surdas Jayanti 2025 is a special occasion commemorating the birth anniversary of Saint Surdas, who was a great devotee of Lord Krishna. As per the Hindu calendar, this festival is celebrated during the month of Vaisakh in Shukla Paksha on Panchami tithi every year. Surdas is famous for his literary pieces and devotional songs in praise of Lord Krishna. He spent his whole life worshipping, writing and singing praises to his dear god. Born blind, Surdas's name is a testament to his state, with 'Sur' meaning 'Servant of the Sun'. His faith and works remain an inspiration to millions of devotees and admirers of devotional poetry even today. This year, Surdas Jayanti is being observed on 2nd May 2025. This would be the 537th Birth Anniversary of Saint Surdas.
Check out the date, time, significance and rituals to commemorate the birth anniversary of the revered Hindu saint Surdas ji.
Surdas Jayanti 2025: Date And Time
- Surdas Jayanti 2025 Date: 2nd May 2025
- Panchami Tithi Begins: 11:23 AM on May 01, 2025
- Panchami Tithi Ends: 09:14 AM on May 02, 2025
Surdas Jayanti 2025: Significance
The date of Saint Surdas's birth is not certain, with historians assuming it to be either on 1478 or 1479 AD. In the Hindu calendar, the day is celebrated in the Vaisakh month during the Shukla Paksha on Panchami tithi, the fifth day of the increasing moon. According to the Gregorian calendar, the day is generally in the month of April or May. Devotees pay tribute to Surdas on this day for his abiding faith in Lord Krishna and his enduring contribution to Hindu devotional culture.
Saint Surdas became renowned due to his rich and extensive collection of literary pieces, especially his poems and songs in praise of Lord Krishna. His works, filled with devotion, trace various stages of Krishna's life from childhood to manhood, touching the hearts of devotees. On Surdas Jayanti, people and organisations in the music and poetry fields honour his outstanding contributions. His legacy continues to inspire and influence generations, commemorating his contribution to Hindu religious music and devotional literature. Through his unshakeable devotion and poetic excellence, Surdas left an eternal legacy that is still highly respected and valued throughout India and the world.
Surdas Jayanti commemorates the birth anniversary of the revered Hindu saint and poet Shri Surdas Ji, who was a devout follower of Lord Krishna. (Image Source: Instagram)
Surdas Jayanti 2025: Rituals
Start by cleansing the worship space with Ganga jal or pure water. Place the photo frame or idol of Surdas and Lord Krishna on the puja altar. Light a lamp, diya or incense stick to set the spiritual tone.
Offer fresh flowers and sacred leaves to the photo or idol as an act of respect and gratitude. Offer fruits or sweets with a pure heart, followed by the singing of popular hymns by Surdas as an act of deep devotion and love. Perform the aarti with a ghee lamp, representing enlightenment and prayer.
Culminate the puja with meditation, going over Surdas's message of love, selflessness and simplicity. Thank God and be grateful for the blessings. Share prasad among family and friends and impart the happiness and positivity. Devotees can also uphold a fast for half a day. Additionally, eating only satvik food can increase the spiritual value of the puja, giving a closer relation to the divine.
(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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