Parshuram Jayanti is being celebrated today on May 10. (Image: Shutterstock)
According to the mythology, the history of Parshuram traces back to ancient times, where he is depicted as a brahim warrior who wielded an axe, known as parashu, hence his name ‘Parshuram.’
Parshuram Jayanti is a special day in the Hindu calendar celebrating the birth of Lord Parshuram, who is believed to be the sixth incarnation of Lord Vishnu. The occasion is observed on the Tritiya Tithi of Shukla Paksha in the month of Vaishakha, according to the Hindu calendar. This year, Parshuram Jayanti will be celebrated on Friday, May 10.
According to the mythology, the history of Parshuram traces back to ancient times, where he is depicted as a brahim warrior who wielded an axe, known as parashu, hence his name ‘Parshuram.’
Happy Parshuram Jayanti: Wishes, Quotes And WhatsApp Status To Share
1. May God bless you on the auspicious occasion of Akshaya Tritiya.
2. May you be blessed with wealth and prosperity on the occasion of Akshaya Tritiya.
3. May God grant you a great and new beginning on Akshaya Tritiya.
4. If you have strong determination and focus in life you can never be defeated…Wishing you a very Happy Parshuram Jayanti!
5. Happy Parshuram Jayanti! May Lord Parshuram give you all the happiness in the world.
6. Here’s wishing you and your family a happy Parshuram Jayanti.
7. May you have a healthy and happy life and may Lord Parshuram grant you success and happiness.
8. May Lord Parshuram keep protecting and blessing you and your family. Wishing you a very Happy Parshuram Jayanti!
9. In every era, we will have Lord Parshuram appear on Earth to guide us, motivate us, and then it is up to us how well we follow them. Happy Parshuram Jayanti 2024!
10. May Lord Parshuram bless you abundantly and fill your life with the virtue of truth, non-violence, and compassion. Happy Parshuram Jayanti!
11. On the auspicious occasion of Parshuram Jayanti, I wish you lots of happiness, good health, and success. Happy Parshuram Jayanti 2024!
12. May Lord Parshuram fulfill all your desires and fill your life with beautiful moments.
Parshuram Jayanti 2024: History & Significance
In the ancient texts like the Harivansh Purana from Haideya dynasty, Parshuram was born as the fifth son of Prasenajit’s daughter Renuka and Bhrigu dynasty’s Jamadagni. He married Dhanavi, believed to be an incarnation of Lakshmi.
It is said that Prashuram was the incarnation of Lord Vishnu, sent to restore balance and righteousness (Dharma) in the world. It mentions that when the oppressive King Kartaveerya Arjun ruled Mahishmati Nagar (in present-day’s Central India), Parshuram emerged in response to the people’s suffering caused by the cruelty of Kshtriyas.
He liberated the earth from their tyranny twenty-one times.
Parshuram Jayanti 2024: Rituals
- On this day, devotees typically begin the day with a ritualistic holy bath before sunrise followed by wearing traditional attire.
- Many people observe a fast on this day which starts the night before.
- Devotees worship Lakshminarayan, a form of Lord Vishnu, and present offerings of fruits and milk products as bhog.
- Additionally, devotees offer flowers, kumkum, and sandalwood paste to Lord Vishnu during the worship rituals.