Hanuman Jayanti

Jai Hanuman gyan gun sagar, jai kapis tihun lok ujagar”
Salutations to Hanuman, the ocean of knowledge and virtue, who illuminates all the three worlds.

Introduction

In the Ramayana Lord Hanuman emerges as the primary character because he unites supreme devotion with great heroic strength and profound humbleness. Worshippers throughout India show great reverence to Hanuman through his names Vajrangbali commonly known as Bajrangbali, Anjaneya and Maruti because of his remarkable characteristics and his sincere devotion to Lord Rama

Hanuman obtained his birth through Anjana and Kesari and believers consider him an to be incarnation of Lord Shiva while he received this divine assignment to help the Supreme Lord undertake His purpose in human form. The combination of his unlimited power and intellectual brilliance and unshakable devotion has made Hanuman stand as both religious deity and eternal symbol of dedication in service (seva) and devotion (bhakti).

A Celebration of Devotion: Hanuman Jayanti

The appearance day of divine personality  Lord Hanuman is celebrated as Hanuman Jayanti. It is an occasion beyond religious festivities it serves to pay homage to Hanuman's birth alongside commemorating his unbroken devotion to Lord Ramachandra. This auspicious day occurs every year on the Purnima (full moon day) of the Hindu lunar month of Chaitra (when the month corresponds with either March or April). The day celebrates its religious and cultural value throughout the nation.
The 2025 celebration of Hanuman Jayanti falls on 12th April when Purnima Tithi spans from 3:21 AM on April 12 until 5:51 AM on April 13.

Celebrations across the country

Different parts of the country observe Hanuman Jayanti through distinctive traditional practices.

People in North Indian regions hold their celebrations on Chaitra Purnima through large-scale processions accompanied by kirtans and recitations of the Sundara Kanda section from the Ramayana.
The religious celebrations in Maharashtra last a total of 41 days starting from the full moon day in Chaitra month with daily temple ceremonies and home devotional observances.
The populations of Odisha observes Hanuman Jayanti alongside Pana Sankranti which represents their traditional New Year 
South India celebrates Hanuman Jayanti during the month of Margazhi which corresponds to December through January The southern region of Tamil Nadu and Karnataka observe this festival during the same period as their local Vaishnava rituals.

Observances

People celebrate Hanuman Jayanti by practicing introspection as they strengthen their ties to spirituality while raising their energy higher. Devotees practice numerous spiritual activities which help both themselves and Lord Hanuman's blessings.

Fasting : Worshippers conduct a religious fast through the entire day to symbolize their intense devotion and their willingness to surrender.

Special religious ceremonies : Pujas, abhishekas and archanas take place in Hanuman temples and temple decorations are usually enhanced for this occasion.
Scriptural Emphasis: Devotees engage in scriptural recitations of the Hanuman Chalisa and Sundara Kanda while performing prayers featuring multiple hymns that honor the divine characteristics of Lord Hanuman.

In the word of His Divine Grace Swami Srila Prabhupada 

His Divine Grace A.C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Srila Prabhupada highlighted Hanuman as the ultimate God servant. He identified those same qualities of Hanuman as essential spiritual attributes for human development. High-quality loyalty that aligns with service mood while humility and fixed intelligence play key roles together.

“Hanuman is the eternal servitor of Lord Ramachandra. He never thought of his own comfort or liberation. His only aim was to serve the Lord with full devotion.” – Srila Prabhupada

Hanuman Jayanti Seva

According to Vedic tradition an offering exists as charity when someone gives with devotion and without attachment. Through charity humans achieve spiritual purity which links their consciousness directly to God.

• Annadanam: “Anna daan is maha daan”— offering food to the needy is considered one of the highest forms of charity.
• Mandir Nirman Seva: Supporting the construction and maintenance of temples is not just about building structures—it’s about building sacred spaces where thousands can connect with the Lord
• Gau Seva: Cows are deeply revered in our culture and are symbolic of motherly care and divine abundance

Conclusion

The spiritual celebration of Hanuman Jayanti goes beyond external rituals of lamp-lighting and verse recitation and fasting, It exists as a sacred opportunity to develop dāsya-bhāva which describes the practice of service toward the Supreme Lord with complete devotion. People revere Lord Hanuman because his deep devotion along with his unwavering loyalty led to complete surrender at the sacred feet of Lord Ramachandra. His every movement through life demonstrated flawless devotion when he used Lord's words while leaping the ocean and when he destroyed Lanka from duty rather than arrogance or any other service he performed while waiting patiently at Lord Ram's feet. Each action he performed through devotion came from love and  remained ego-free.Through his life Hanuman reveals that true power emerges from being humble and understanding that remembering Lord Krishna brings real intelligence while true nobility comes from service to God.Hanuman Jayanti demands people to transcend egoism and material concerns while devoting themselves to divine mission through their thoughts actions and hearts.