Andal Jayanti — महत्त्व
Andal Jayanti marks the birth of Andal (Godadevi), the only female Alvar saint. She is revered as an incarnation of Bhudevi and is known for the Tiruppavai and Nachiyar Tirumozhi.
Andal Jayanti — महत्त्व
According to the Divya Suri Charitam and tradition, Andal was found as a baby under a tulsi plant by Periyalvar in Srivilliputhur. She grew up with intense love for Ranganatha (Vishnu) and merged with him at Srirangam. Her Tiruppavai is sung during Margazhi (Dhanur month).
Andal Jayanti — पूजा विधि
- At sunrise, offer flowers and incense to Andal or Ranganatha.
- Recite or listen to the Tiruppavai (thirty verses); wear traditional dress.
- Visit Srivilliputhur or Srirangam if possible; participate in Margazhi celebrations.
- Observe a sattvic diet; honour the ideal of bridal mysticism (parakiya bhakti).
Andal Jayanti — मंत्र और प्रार्थना
मार्गशीर्षे शुक्ल पक्षे
mārgaśīrṣe śukla pakṣe
From Tiruppavai
Andal Jayanti — पारंपरिक व्यंजन
- ●Sattvic
- ●Prasad
- ●No onion/garlic in Sri Vaishnava tradition
Andal Jayanti — अन्य नाम
Tamil Nadu
Srivilliputhur, Tiruppavai recital
Andhra/Karnataka
Temple puja, Tiruppavai
Andal Jayanti — क्या करें / क्या न करें
क्या करें
- ✓Recite Tiruppavai
- ✓Worship Andal/Ranganatha
- ✓Visit Srivilliputhur if possible
- ✓Observe Margazhi
क्या न करें
- ✗Do not disrespect the Alvar
- ✗Avoid tamasic food
- ✗Do not skip the hymns
Andal Jayanti — FAQ
- Andal Jayanti क्या है?
- Andal Jayanti marks the birth of Andal (Godadevi), the only female Alvar saint.
- Andal Jayanti 2026 में कब है?
- 2026 में Andal Jayanti गुरुवार, 16 जुलाई 2026 को पड़ता है।
- Andal Jayanti की पूजा विधि क्या है?
- At sunrise, offer flowers and incense to Andal or Ranganatha.; Recite or listen to the Tiruppavai (thirty verses); wear traditional dress.; Visit Srivilliputhur or Srirangam if possible; participate in Margazhi celebrations.; Observe a sattvic diet; honour the ideal of bridal mysticism (parakiya bhakti).
- Andal Jayanti पर क्या खाना चाहिए?
- Sattvic, Prasad, No onion/garlic in Sri Vaishnava tradition
- Andal Jayanti पर क्या करना चाहिए?
- Recite Tiruppavai; Worship Andal/Ranganatha; Visit Srivilliputhur if possible
- Andal Jayanti पर क्या नहीं करना चाहिए?
- Do not disrespect the Alvar; Avoid tamasic food; Do not skip the hymns
- Andal Jayanti पर किस देवता की पूजा होती है?
- Andal Jayanti Vishnu/Ranganatha को समर्पित है।
Upcoming Andal Jayanti Dates in 2026, 2027 & Beyond
Andal Jayanti is a sacred Hindu festival observed on the tithi shown. Dates are calculated from the Panchang for your region.
Times shown for New Delhi, India (IST)
| Date | Day | Moonrise Time | Special Name |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 जुल॰ 2026 | गुरुवार | 07:26 am | — |
| 5 जुल॰ 2027 | सोमवार | 06:31 am | — |