Gita Jayanti
Srimad Bhagavad Gita is the conclusive essence of all Vedic wisdom imparted to Arjuna by the Supreme Person, Lord Sri Krishna. The timeless message of Bhagavad-Gita enlightens one to the purpose of existence and educates one to live a life of satisfaction and self-discovery. Gita Jayanti is the auspicious celebration to commemorate the advent day of Bhagavad-Gita, spoken around 5000 years ago in the legendary battle of Kurukshetra.
Devotees celebrate the day by reciting verses of Bhagavad-Gita, discussing its multiple topics and distributing this matchless gift to all. Observe the divine appearance of Srimad Bhagavad-Gita and participate in the jubilant festivities to attract the blessings of Lord Krishna in your life.
Gita Jayanti Date, Tithi and Day of observance
Gita Jayanti is celebrated by remembering the message of Lord Krishna and sharing the wisdom to spread enlightenment. Gita Jayanti is celebrated on the Mokshada Ekadashi day of Shukla paksha in the Hindu month of Margashirsha.
This year the Ekadashi festival begins on 11th December from 3:42 AM and completes on the 12th of December at 1:09 AM. Celebration of Gita Jayanti 2024 will be observed on the 11th of December, Wednesday.
Why do we celebrate Gita Jayanti?
The Gita Jayanti is celebrated to commemorate the advent of Srimad Bhagavad-Gita. Lord Sri Krishna imparted the timeless wisdom of Bhagavad-Gita to Arjuna on the battlefield of Kurukshetra around 5000 years ago. The episode of Bhagavad-Gita was recorded by Srila Vyasadeva with the help of Lord Ganesha in the Bhishma Parva of the great epic, Mahabharata.
The celebration is not merely religious but is an immensely significant observation for spiritual upliftment. Reading the potent verses of Bhagavad-Gita, reciting, reflecting and discussion their imports enlightens one on the path of fulfilment and self-discovery. It enables us to understand the real aim of life and answers the deep philosophical questions about dharma, duty and nature of the self.
How to celebrate Gita Jayanti?
The auspicious festival of Gita Jayanti is celebrated across the globe with multiple jubilant practices to honor and worship Lord Krishna. Devotees read the 700 verses of Bhagavad-Gita, recite the verses both individually and collectively, discuss the variegated subjects explained in Bhagavad-Gita. Lord Krishna is uniquely worshiped by reciting the enlightening texts of Bhagavad-Gita.
Temple of Lord Krishna is decorated, and Gita Yajna is performed to please the Lord and invite His blessings. This unique festival is celebrated for about two months as “Gita Jayanti Months”, where devotees widely distribute the matchless gift of Srimad Bhagavad-Gita to everyone. Mokshada Ekadashi on this day is observed with fasting from grains and chanting Hare Krishna Mahamantra.
Celebrate Gita Jayanti with Gupt Vrindavan Dham
Gupt Vrindavan Dham will celebrate the divine advent of Srimad Bhagavad-gita with jubilant festivities. Temple will be decorated with variegated flowers and festoons and the Deities of Sri Sri Krishna Balaram will be adorned in gordeous garments, splendid ornaments and fresh flower garlands. Everyone will observe the Ekadashi fasting and chant Hare Krishna Maha Mantra to invite the divine blessings of Lord Krishna.
The 700 verses of Bhagavad-Gita will be recited in the temple hall to glorify the timeless wisdom of Bhagavad-Gita. There will be organization of Gita Yajna to offer sacrifice with chanting 108 selected verses from Bhagavad-Gita. Throughout the day devotees will perform Harinaam Sankirtan, read and discuss the message of Bhagavad-Gita, distribute copies of Bhagavad-Gita and worship Lord Krishna to attract His divine blessings.
Book Marathon 2024: Inauguration of the Book Distribution Month
Srila Prabhupada, the founder-acharya of worldwide Hare Krishna Movement (aka ISKCON) has presented Srimad Bhagavad-Gita in a simple, scholarly edition, read most extensively in the whole world. Bhagavad-Gita as it is, the bestselling version is distributed across the world during the Gita Jayanti celebration.
Every year Srila Prabhupada Book Marathon is organized to spread this timeless wisdom across the world. Lakhs of devotees participate in the two month-long book distribution programs and distribute millions of Bhagavad-Gita. Srila Prabhupada Book Marathon 2024-25 will commence on 30th November 2024, lasting up to 31st January 2025.
Devotees participate either individually or collectively to distribute Bhagavad-Gita across the world at homes, schools, colleges, offices and many more places. Distribution of Srimad Bhagavad-Gita is glorified in scriptures to be benefitting immense peace and prosperity in life.
Perform Gita Daan and attain Unlimited Blessings
Seize the auspicious opportunity of Gita Jayanti to support the distribution of the divine message of Lord Krishna. Contribute for Gita Daan to help distribute the sacred book of timeless wisdom to everyone and be a part in enlightening society with immense knowledge. Lord Krishna explains in Bhagavad-Gita that one who distributes this divine wisdom is most dear to Him. Sponsor distribution of Bhagavad-Gita to help us spread the wisdom throughout the society. Offer multiple sevas on the sacred appearance of Gita Jayanti and Mokshada Ekadashi and invite the divine blessings of Lord Krishna in your life for peace, prosperity and eternal fortune.
