Muhurta, history, puja method and everything you need to know

Dattatreya Jayanti is an important occasion to celebrate the birth of Lord Dattatreya. This day holds immense spiritual significance for Hindus. Lord Dattatreya was incarnated on the day of Margashirsha Purnima. This year, Dattatreya Jayanti will be celebrated on December 14, 2024.

Dattatreya Jayanti 2024: History

According to Hindu scriptures, Lord Dattatreya is the child of Anusuya and sage Atri. Known for her righteousness, Anusuya performed penance to obtain a son equal to Brahma, Vishnu and Mahesh. Jealous of him, the wives of these gods questioned his virtues, and urged their husbands to test him. Angered by their demand for nourishment in natural form, Anusuya transformed the three gods into infants and breast-fed them. When their husbands asked for forgiveness, Anusuya agreed, and the Trimurti later granted them Dattatreya.

Dattatreya Jayanti 2024: Auspicious time

Margashirsha Purnima Tithi starts on 14th December 2024 at 04:58 PM

Margashirsha Purnima Tithi will end on 15th December 2024 at 02:31 PM

Dattatreya Jayanti 2024: Puja method

Wake up early in the morning and take a holy bath.

Install the idol of Lord Dattatreya and light a lamp of desi ghee.

Offer garland and sweets to God.

Individuals who lack an idol of Lord Datta can opt to use an idol of Lord Vishnu, as in some areas it is believed that he was an incarnation of Lord Vishnu, thereby encouraging devotees to use an idol of Lord Vishnu. Permission is granted to worship.

Tulsi leaves and Panchamrit should be offered to God.

End your fast after offering food and water to Lord Moon in the evening.

Initially share it with family members and later consume satvik food.

Dattatreya Jayanti 2024: Significance

Dattatreya Jayanti has immense spiritual significance in Hinduism. This day is celebrated as the birthday of Lord Dattatreya. He was born on Margashirsha Purnima Tithi. Lord Dattatreya embodied the union of three Gods: Lord Shiva, Lord Vishnu and Lord Brahma. He is depicted as having three heads and six arms. This day is celebrated in many regions but mainly in Maharashtra, Gujarat and Southern India. There are many temples dedicated to the worship of Lord Dattatreya where devotees offer prayers and request his blessings. Devotees who observe fast and worship Lord Dattatreya on this special day are blessed with happiness, prosperity and good fortune.