BhaktiLoopGanga Saptami
Celebrates the second descent of Goddess Ganga onto Earth, or her re-emergence from the ear of Sage Jahnu, making the waters of Ganga especially sacred on this day. It is considered highly auspicious for purification and seeking blessings.
Key Rituals & Practices
Taking a holy dip (Snan) in the Ganga river or other sacred waters.
Performing Ganga Aarti (lamp offering) on the river banks.
Offering prayers, flowers, milk, and incense to Goddess Ganga.
Fasting (partial or full) observed by devotees.
Charity (Daan) to Brahmins and the needy.
Recitation of Ganga Stotra and other sacred hymns.
Pinda Daan (offering to ancestors) for liberation of departed souls.
Associated Deities
Hindu Calendar Details
Hindu Month
Vaishakha
Paksha
Shukla Paksha (Bright Fortnight)
Tithi
Saptami (Seventh day)
Regional Relevance & Variations
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Historical & Mythological Context
According to the Brahma Vaivarta Purana, on this day, Goddess Ganga descended from the ear of Sage Jahnu. The story goes that after Ganga descended to Earth (due to Bhagiratha's penance), her mighty flow disturbed Sage Jahnu's meditation and flooded his ashram. Enraged, the sage drank all of Ganga's waters. Upon the fervent prayers of Bhagiratha and other deities, Sage Jahnu relented and released Ganga through his ear, thus giving her the name 'Jahnavi' (daughter of Jahnu). This event marks Ganga's re-emergence and continued flow for the welfare of humanity.
Alternative Names
Gregorian Date
Varies Annually (Typically April/May)