BhaktiLoopHayagriva Jayanti
Celebrates the birth (incarnation) of Lord Hayagriva, the horse-headed avatar of Vishnu, who is the deity of knowledge, wisdom, and learning. It is believed that worshipping Hayagriva on this day helps in gaining knowledge, overcoming ignorance, and improving memory and concentration.
Key Rituals & Practices
Performing special Pujas (worship) to Lord Hayagriva.
Chanting Hayagriva Mantras (e.g., 'Om Hrim Hrim Hrim Aim Aim Aim Klim Klim Klim Shrim Shrim Shrim Sarva Veda Swarupaya Sri Hayagrivaya Namah').
Offering prayers for academic success, wisdom, removal of obstacles in learning, and enhancement of intellectual abilities.
Reading scriptures, especially the Vedas and other sacred texts.
Visiting Vaishnava temples, particularly those dedicated to Hayagriva.
Offering books, pens, and other educational tools to the deity or donating them to students/scholars.
Associated Deities
Hindu Calendar Details
Hindu Month
Shravana
Paksha
Shukla Paksha (bright fortnight)
Tithi
Purnima (Full Moon)
Regional Relevance & Variations
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Historical & Mythological Context
According to Hindu mythology, during the time of creation, the demons Madhu and Kaitabha stole the Vedas (sacred scriptures) from Lord Brahma while he was meditating. The universe was plunged into chaos due to the loss of divine knowledge. To recover the lost Vedas and restore cosmic order, Lord Vishnu incarnated as Hayagriva, a horse-headed deity, who defeated the demons and returned the Vedas to Brahma. This incarnation is revered as the embodiment of divine knowledge, wisdom, and the protector of sacred scriptures.
Alternative Names
Gregorian Date
Variable (typically falls in August)