Mumbai: Yashoda Jayanti holds great significance in Hindu traditions, especially for women seeking blessings for childbirth and their children’s well-being. This auspicious day is observed to honour Mata Yashoda, the foster mother of Lord Krishna, who raised him with immense love and devotion after Vasudeva brought the infant Krishna to Gokul to protect him from the tyrant King Kansa.
Yashoda Jayanti is considered a highly significant fast for women in Hinduism. According to Hindu beliefs, observing this fast blesses women with children and ensures the long and prosperous life of their offspring. Devotees worship both Mata Yashoda and Lord Krishna on this day, seeking their divine grace.
When is Yashoda Jayanti in 2025?
Yashoda Jayanti is observed on the sixth day (Shashthi Tithi) of the Krishna Paksha in the month of Phalguna. According to the Hindu calendar, the Shashthi Tithi will commence on February 18, 2025, at 4:53 AM and conclude on February 19, 2025, at 7:32 AM. Based on the tradition of celebrating festivals according to the Udaya Tithi (the date at sunrise), Yashoda Jayanti will be observed on February 18, 2025.
Auspicious Timings for Yashoda Jayanti 2025
- Sunrise: 7:00 AM
- Sunset: 6:20 PM
- Brahma Muhurta: 5:24 AM – 6:12 AM
- Amrit Kaal: 1:04 PM – 2:52 PM
- Abhijit Muhurta: 12:18 PM – 1:03 PM
- Vijay Muhurta: 2:28 PM – 3:13 PM
- Godhuli Muhurta: 6:11 PM – 6:37 PM
Rituals of Yashoda Jayanti
To observe Yashoda Jayanti, devotees must follow these rituals:
- Wake up early during Brahma Muhurta and meditate upon Mata Yashoda.
- Bathe using water mixed with Gangajal and wear clean clothes.
- Take a vow to observe the fast with devotion.
- Place a red cloth on a sacred altar and install an idol or picture of Mata Yashoda and Lord Krishna.
- Present roli (red sacred powder), sandalwood, flowers, durva grass, sindoor, and rice grains during the puja.
- Light a ghee lamp in front of Mata Yashoda and Lord Krishna.
- Offer fruits, sweets, and halwa to Mata Yashoda, while Lord Krishna is traditionally offered butter and mishri (sugar crystals).
- Recite prayers and mantras dedicated to Lord Krishna.
- Perform the final aarti of Mata Yashoda and Lord Krishna to complete the puja.
Things to Avoid on Yashoda Jayanti
- Do not consume grains or heavy food during the fast.
- Avoid eating non-vegetarian food or consuming alcohol.
- Refrain from using harsh words or speaking lies.
Fasting and Breaking the Fast
During the fast, devotees can consume fresh fruits, milk, yoghurt, coconut water, buckwheat flour-based meals, fox nuts, cucumber, potatoes, and sago-based dishes like khichdi or kheer. The fast can be concluded on February 19, 2025, after taking a bath and performing a concluding prayer.
Yashoda Jayanti is an important day for devotees who seek blessings for their children’s well-being and happiness. Observing this day with sincerity is believed to bring divine grace and prosperity to the family.
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