- By Kashish Rai
- Thu, 22 May 2025 11:47 AM (IST)
- Source:JND
Telugu Hanuman Jayanti 2025: Lord Hanuman is a cherished emblem of devotion to Lord Rama, and his presence is said to be felt whenever Rama's name is spoken. Hanuman Jayanti, which commemorates his birth, is held twice yearly. However, according to the Puranas, the original Hanuman Jayanti is celebrated in the month of Vaisakha rather than Chaitra, where Hanumad Vijayotsavam occurs after Sri Rama Navami. Some scholars say that the celebration of Hanuman Jayanti in Vaisakha is the real Hanuman Jayanti.
The Parashara Samhita, a revered text dedicated to Lord Hanuman suggests that Hanuman Jayanti takes place on the Dashami day during Purvabhadra Nakshatra in Vaisakha, which is usually late May or early June. This goes against the common idea of celebrating Hanuman Jayanti twice a year. Instead, the text suggests celebrating it just once a year in late May.
This year, Telugu Hanuman Jayanti is being celebrated on 22nd May 2025. Check out all the significant details regarding the date, timings, significance and rituals to worship Lord Hanuman on this day below:
Telugu Hanuman Jayanti 2025: Date And Time
- Telugu Hanuman Jayanti 2025 Date: 22nd May 2025, Thursday
- Dasami Tithi Begins: 03:21 AM on May 22, 2025
- Dasami Tithi Ends: 01:12 AM on May 23, 2025
Telugu Hanuman Jayanti 2025: Significance
The Sundarakanda of the Ramayana states that Lord Hanuman went on a quest to find Devi Sita after she was abducted by Ravana. After a long search, he found her in the Ashoka forest on a Tuesday morning, the full moon day of the Chitra star, in the month of Chaitra. Upon locating Sita, Hanuman ruined the Ashoka forest and defeated Ravana's soldiers. Afterwards, Ravana's army burned Hanuman's tail. Thereafter, Lord Hanuman used his tail to burn half of Lanka.
To celebrate Hanuman's victory over the army of Ravana, the full moon day of Chaitra Shuddha is celebrated as Lord Hanuman's victory. However, there is a widespread misconception that it is Hanuman Jayanti. Most people don't know that Hanuman Jayanti is a different celebration which usually occurs in April each year, celebrating Hanuman's valour and victory in Lanka.
As per the Telugu Panchang, Hanuman Jayanthi falls on the Dasami tithi during the Purvabhadra Nakshatra in Vaisakha month. (Image Source: Canva)
Telugu Hanuman Jayanti 2025: Rituals
On Hanuman Jayanti, many people choose to fast from sunrise. They usually clean up and wear vermilion, which is Hanuman's favourite colour. At the temple, they might do a lamp offering with sesame oil and place a garland of betel leaves in front of Hanuman's picture. A special prayer, the Ashtottara Shatanama Pooja, can be done with yellow rice to show respect for Hanuman. Additionally, Bananas must be offered to Lord Hanuman on this sacred day.
Placing Vadapappu and Panakam in front of him is also favourable. Scriptures state that if Vadamala and Appalamala are offered, success and victory can be achieved easily. Devotees may even offer other items like jaggery, peanuts, or boondi laddu to receive Lord Hanuman's blessings.
Donating red fruits on Hanuman Jayanti is regarded as auspicious, and devotees can incorporate this act of generosity into their festivities. Devotees can exhibit their reverence for Lord Hanuman and seek his heavenly grace by performing these rituals and making offerings. This precious day provides an opportunity for spiritual growth and closeness 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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