Gita Jayanti 2023: Gita Jayanti carries immense religious and spiritual significance within the Hindu community. This day commemorates the inception of Srimad Bhagavad Gita, a sacred book held in high regard by Hindus, containing the essence of Gita Gyan. This upcoming celebration marks the 5160th birth anniversary of the Gita, falling on the Mokshada Ekadashi Tithi of Shukla Paksha in the month of Margashirsha.
Significance of Gita Jayanti
The religious importance of Gita Jayanti is profound among Hindus, particularly for devotees of Lord Krishna. Bhagavad Gita, also known as Srimad Bhagavad Gita, is celebrated on this auspicious day. On this auspicious day, devotees engage in recitations of its verses. The holy book contains the profound teachings given by Lord Krishna to Arjuna during the Mahabharata Yuddh in Kurukshetra. Sanjay is the person, blessed with the ability to witness the battle by his Guru Veda Vyas, He naratted all the teachings to King Dhritrashtra.
Celebration of Gita Jayanti
People take part in the Bhagavad Gita recitation during Gita Jayanti. The 700 verses in this book explain many facets of life, such as Dharma and Karma. The book serves as a source of religious and spiritual knowledge, guiding individuals towards salvation. Celebrations are also organized for devotional activities such as bhajan, kirtan, and prayers dedicated to Lord Krishna. Many followers of the International Society for Krishna Consciousness (Iskcon) distribute copies of the Bhagavad Gita. This way they try to encourage people to read and understand this book to lead a meaningful life and devotion to Lord Krishna.
Gita Jayanti 2023 Date and Timing (When is gita Jayanti)
Gita Jayanti 2023: Save the Date! Friday, December 22-23 – Celebrating the Spiritual Wisdom. Ekadashi Tithi Begins at 8:16 PM on December 22, 2023, and Concludes at 7:11 AM on December 23, 2023.
Gita Jayanti 2023 puja rituals
For the puja rituals on Gita Jayanti:
- Devotees wake up early, taking a holy bath.
- The puja room is meticulously cleaned, and an idol of Lord Krishna is placed.
- A diya, fueled by desi ghee, is lit, and a garland is offered to Lord Krishna.
- Sweets and Tulsi Patra are presented as offerings.
- Recitation of Bhagavad Gita Shlokas takes place.
- Many individuals visit Lord Krishna Temples to seek blessings on this auspicious day.
The mantra “Om Namo Bhagavate Vasudevaye” resonates throughout the festivities, echoing the devotion and reverence for Lord Krishna.
