Jaipur : Vivah Panchami is an important festival of Hindu religion which is celebrated as the marriage anniversary of Lord Ram and Mother Sita. This festival is celebrated every year on the fifth day of Shukla Paksha of Margashirsha month. On this day people observe fast by worshiping Lord Ram and Mother Sita. But marriage is prohibited on this day.
When is Vivah Panchami in 2024?
This year, there is confusion among people regarding the date of Vivah Panchami. In such a situation, to clear your confusion, let us tell you when is Vivah Panchami in the year 2024. In the year 2024, Vivah Panchami will be celebrated on 6th December. But this day has never been considered suitable for marriage.
Vivah Panchami is not considered suitable for marriage
According to religious beliefs, after matching the 36 qualities of Lord Ram and Mother Sita, their marriage took place on the Vivah Panchami day of Shukla Paksha of Margashirsha month. After getting married on this date, Ram ji and Mother Sita had to face many problems throughout their life and had to undergo 14 years of exile. Even after this they could not live together for the rest of their lives. For this reason, getting married on this date is not considered auspicious. But by observing a fast on this date, one gets the desired groom.
Auspicious time of Vivah Panchami Puja
There are many auspicious times for worship on the day of Vivah Panchami, some of the important times are as follows:
Brahma Muhurta: 5:12 am to 6:06 am
Abhijeet Muhurta: 11:51 am to 12:33 pm
Vijay Muhurta: 1:56 pm to 2:38 pm
Special results are obtained by worshiping Lord Ram and Mother Sita during these Muhurtas.
Importance of Vivah Panchami
Symbol of sacred union: Vivah Panchami symbolizes the sacred union of Lord Rama and Mother Sita. On this day devotees worship them as an ideal husband and wife.
Auspicious occasion: This day is considered auspicious for marriage. On this day, unmarried people seek blessings from Lord Ram and Mother Sita for a happy married life.
Religious rituals: On this day, special prayers are performed in temples and bhajans and kirtans are organized.
Importance of fasting: There is special significance of fasting on the day of Vivah Panchami. It is believed that observing a fast on this day helps in getting the groom of your choice and leads to a happy married life.
