Gita Jayanti
Gita Jayanti celebrates
the origin of Shreemad Bhagwad Gita which is regarded as the supreme embodiment
of Hindu spiritual wisdom. It is observed on Shukla Paksha (eleventh day) in
Margashirsha month and is an Ekadashi day also known as Mokshada Ekadashi. Gita
Jayanti is the day when Lord Krishna taught Arjuna the lessons from Bhagvad
Gita in the battle of Kurukshetra. It was through ‘Bhagwad Gita’ that Shree
Krishna imparted knowledge about the right purpose and action of life to a
disoriented Arjuna. Shree Krishna explained the role of Karma and Dharma, its
various applications and the foundation of what is correct and what is
incorrect to Arjuna. Hence, on this day,
devotees venerate Lord Krishna and the sacred text of Bhagvad Gita to attain
peace of mind and attain the goal of life. This year, Gita Jayanti falls on Saturday,
the 23rd December 2023.
Legend associated with Gita Jayanti
In Shreemad Bhagwad Gita,
the significance of Karma which is relevant even today has been emphasized and
explained in details. In this holy text, Lord Krishna explains the concepts of
Dharma, Karma, Bhakti and Moksha in a lucid manner. Fragility of the material
world and permanence of the soul are stated in the sacred text. Lord Krishna
guided Arjuna and eliminated the fears, doubts and negative emotions of Arjuna
by showing him the path to be undertaken. The magnificent conversation between
Lord Krishna and Arjuna laid the base of Gita- the ultimate spiritual and
philosophical guide for everyone.
What are the rituals to be followed on this auspicious day?
Devotees observe this
pious day by following specific rituals and offering prayers to Lord Vishnu.
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Devotees take an early bath in the morning and keep a fast
for the day.
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Idols of Lord Vishnu are adorned with new clothes and
ornaments.
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A sandalwood tilak is applied on the forehead of Lord Vishnu
and then the offerings are made to the deity.
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Lamp, incense and
camphor are lit to initiate the puja rituals.
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Flowers, basil leaves, coconut, fruits, holy water, and
sweets are offered to Lord Vishnu by chanting mantras.
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Aarti ritual is performed with earthen lamps or diyas.
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Roli, rice, turmeric, vermillion and panchamrit are offered
to the idol at the end of Aarti ritual.
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The Vishnu Sahasranam, Vedic hymns, mantras from Gita and
Mokshada Ekadashi Vrata katha are chanted by the devotees.
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Devotees break their fast on Dwadashi after praying to Lord
Vishnu.
Gita Jayanti enables a person to realize the actual purpose
of his life on earth and helps him to seek liberation. Attaining true knowledge
and acknowledging the power of Karma remains the essence of Gita Jayanti.
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