Know the significance of the birth anniversary of ‘Varaha Avatar’, one of the ten incarnations of Lord Vishnu

Every year ‘Varaha Jayanti’ (Varaha Jayanti 2024) is celebrated on the Tritiya Tithi of Shukla Paksha of Bhadrapada month. This year Varaha Jayanti will be celebrated on 6th September, Friday. ‘Varaha Jayanti’ is one of the major festivals of Hinduism, which is celebrated as the birth anniversary of Lord Vishnu’s Varaha incarnation.
On this day, devotees worship this unique form of Lord Vishnu and observe a fast to receive his blessings. Bhajans and kirtans are also performed in Vishnu temples. In such a situation, let us know when this festival will be celebrated and what is its auspicious time.
auspicious time
The auspicious time for worshiping Lord Varaha and Lord Vishnu will be from 1:35 PM to 4:06 PM on September 6, 2024.
Tritiya Tithi Start – 5th September 2024 at 12:21 PM.
Tritiya Tithi End – 6 September 2024 at 3:01 PM.
Method of worship
On this day, after taking bath in the morning, first of all, bathe the idol or statue of Lord Varah with Gangajal. Apply tilak with yellow sandalwood and offer Akshat, flowers, fruits, sweets etc. and perform Aarti. After worshiping, tell the story of his incarnation. After this, chant the mantra of Lord Varah “Namo Bhagwate Varaharupay Bhubhuvarva: Swa: Syatpate Bhupatitvam Dehyetadpay Swaha”.
What is the importance of Varah Jayanti
It is believed that worshipping the Varaha avatar of Lord Vishnu brings good luck and health to the devotees. It is said that Lord Vishnu was reborn as half human and half boar to kill two demons who were troubling the three worlds. It is believed that worshipping on this day brings relief from evils and fills life with happiness.
Some interesting facts related to Varah Jayanti

Varah Jayanti is also known as Varah Jayanti or Varah Avatar Utsav in some places.
Varaha Jayanti is celebrated with great pomp in South India.
Here in Kerala “Shri Varaha Maha Puja” is organized on this day.
In some temples, a procession of Lord Vishnu’s Varaha incarnation is taken out on the day of Varaha Jayanti.
Tulsi Puja also has special importance on Varah Jayanti. Lord Vishnu loves Tulsi very much, therefore on this day Lord Vishnu is worshipped with Tulsi leaves.
Varaha Jayanti is a celebration of the glory of Lord Vishnu’s Varaha avatar. This day teaches us that we should not lose hope even in difficult situations. Lord Vishnu is always present to protect his devotees. Varaha Jayanti inspires us to follow the path of dharma and protect the truth.
The rituals and worship performed on this day bring us the blessings of Lord Vishnu. There are various ways to celebrate Varah Jayanti, you can celebrate it according to your faith and convenience. If you want, you can worship at home or visit a temple.