Mahavir Jayanti — महत्त्व
Mahavir Jayanti marks the birth of Lord Mahavira, the 24th Tirthankara of Jainism. Jains observe the day with temple visits, fasting, and recitation of sacred texts.
Mahavir Jayanti — महत्त्व
According to Jain tradition, Mahavira was born in Kundagrama (Bihar) to King Siddhartha and Queen Trishala. He renounced the world at 30 and attained kevala jnana (omniscience) after 12 years of austerity. He preached ahimsa, satya, asteya, brahmacharya, and aparigraha.
Mahavir Jayanti — पूजा विधि
- Visit Jain temples and offer flowers, fruits, and rice to the idol of Mahavira.
- Recite the Kalpa Sutra (which narrates his birth and life); participate in processions.
- Observe fasting or a simple diet; avoid root vegetables and after-sunset meals.
- Donate to the needy and practise ahimsa; refrain from harming any living being.
Mahavir Jayanti — मंत्र और प्रार्थना
ॐ नमो अरिहंतानं
oṃ namo arihantānaṃ
Salutations to the Arihants
Mahavir Jayanti — पारंपरिक व्यंजन
- ●Sattvic vegetarian
- ●No root vegetables
- ●Fasting for some
Mahavir Jayanti — अन्य नाम
Gujarat
Temple visit, processions
Rajasthan
Same observance
Mahavir Jayanti — क्या करें / क्या न करें
क्या करें
- ✓Observe ahimsa
- ✓Visit temple
- ✓Recite Kalpa Sutra
- ✓Donate
क्या न करें
- ✗Do not eat root vegetables
- ✗Avoid harming any being
- ✗Do not disrespect the Tirthankara
Mahavir Jayanti — FAQ
- Mahavir Jayanti क्या है?
- Mahavir Jayanti marks the birth of Lord Mahavira, the 24th Tirthankara of Jainism.
- Mahavir Jayanti 2027 में कब है?
- 2027 में Mahavir Jayanti सोमवार, 19 अप्रैल 2027 को पड़ता है।
- Mahavir Jayanti की पूजा विधि क्या है?
- Visit Jain temples and offer flowers, fruits, and rice to the idol of Mahavira.; Recite the Kalpa Sutra (which narrates his birth and life); participate in processions.; Observe fasting or a simple diet; avoid root vegetables and after-sunset meals.; Donate to the needy and practise ahimsa; refrain from harming any living being.
- Mahavir Jayanti पर क्या खाना चाहिए?
- Sattvic vegetarian, No root vegetables, Fasting for some
- Mahavir Jayanti पर क्या करना चाहिए?
- Observe ahimsa; Visit temple; Recite Kalpa Sutra
- Mahavir Jayanti पर क्या नहीं करना चाहिए?
- Do not eat root vegetables; Avoid harming any being; Do not disrespect the Tirthankara
- Mahavir Jayanti पर किस देवता की पूजा होती है?
- Mahavir Jayanti Mahavira को समर्पित है।
Upcoming Mahavir Jayanti Dates in 2026, 2027 & Beyond
Mahavir 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 अप्रैल 2027 | सोमवार | 05:24 pm | — |