Varuthini Ekadashi is observed on the eleventh day during the second half (Krishna Paksha) of the Hindu month Chaitra Masam. Puranas described that observance of fasting and performing the other rituals of Ekadasi on Varuthini Ekadasi, removes one’s sins and the devotee is blessed with wealth, health and prosperity.

When is Varuthini Ekadashi observed in 2009?

Varuthini Ekadashi is observed on Chaitra Bahula Ekadasi. In 2009, Varuthini Ekadasi falls on April 21, Tuesday.

Observance of Varudhini Ekadasi – Rituals and Customs of Varudhini Ekadasi:

To get the merits of Varudhini Ekadasi, devotees observe the main ritual and tradition – strict fasting on the day. On Dashami, the day before Ekadashi, devotees avoid consuming onions, spinach and some more foods which should be avoided on Ekadasi. On Dwadasi, the day after Ekadasi, devotees avoid all foods as they did on the Dashami day.

On the day of Varuthini Ekadasi, devotees spend their time reciting Holy Scriptures such as Bhagavada Puranam. Some people also perform Jagaran (awake) during night. During the Ekadashi day, people avoid hair cutting and shaving and also avoid taking oil bath.

Other Ekadasi Dates in 2009 – List of Ekadashi Days in 2009

Anang Trayodashi (Anang Triodasi) or Anang Vrat (Ananga Vratam) is a Vrata observed in Chaitra masa and Margashirsha masa. Anang Trayodashi is dedicated to worship Lord Shiva.

When is Anang Trayodasi Vrata Observed?
Anang Trayodasi Vrata is observed in different months in various regions of India. As per the traditional Marathi and Gujarati Calendars, Anang Trayodasi Vrata is observed on the 13th day in first half (Shukla Paksha) of the Hindu Month Chaitra Masam.

According to traditional Marathi and Gujarati Calendars, in 2009, the date to perform Anang Trayodasi Vrata is April 7, Tuesday.

In other North Indian states, Anang Triodasi Vrata is observed on 13th day of Margashirsh Month (Shukla Paksha Triodasi in Margashirsh Maas). As per the North Indian traditional Calendar, in 2009, Anang Triodashi Vrata is observed on November 30, Monday.

What is the Importance and Significance of Anang Trayodashi Vrat:
According to the Garuda Purana, observing of Anang Trayodashi Vrata helps the devotees to attain health, wealth and prosperity. It is also believed that Lord Shiva blesses the performers of Anang Vrata with great bliss and salvation.

On the day of Anang Trayodasi, along with Lord Shiva, Kamadev (Lord Manmatha) and his consort Rati Devi are also worshipped.

Hanuman Jayanthi is the birthday of Lord Hanuman, Hindu deity of power and energy. Lord Hanuman is also worshipped as Anjaneya Swamy, Hanumanthudu, Maruti and Sri Rama dootha.

When is Sri Hanuman Jayanti Observed?
According to North Indian traditions, Sri Hanumath Jayanti is celebrated on the Full moon day or Pournami in the Hindu lunar month, Chaitra masam. But some Hindu religious calendars (Panchangas) describe that Lord Hanumath Jayanti is on the fourteenth day (Chaturdasi) of the Hindu lunar month, Ashwin (Aswayuja masam).

In 2009, Hanuman Jayanthi is observed on April 9, Tuesday (Chaitra Purnima).

In South India, devotees celebrate Lord Sri Hanuman Jayanthi in Vaishakha Masam. They believe that Lord Hanuman was born on Vaishakha Bahula Dashami.

In 2009, South Indians celebrate Lord Hanuman Jayanti on May 19, Tuesday. Hanuman Jayanti in 2009 is very auspicious as it falls on Tuesday. 

Lord Anjaneya Swamy – The God of Energy and Determination:
Lord Hanuman is considered as the deity of tremendous power and energy. He crossed the sea and proved the energy of his devotion to his God, Lord Sri Ram to the world. He visited Lanka and made his intention clear by setting fire to whole Lanka.

Lord Hanuman is known for his great determination, as he led the army of Lord Sri Ram to success with utmost dedication. Maruti is the omnipotent God.

When demon Meghnath (Indrajeeth), Ravanasura’s son aimed ‘Brahmasthra’ (a divine weapon) on Hanuman, he protected himself with chanting ‘Ram Naam’. It shows his utmost devotion.

Lord Maruti – The Symbol of Celebity:
Lord Maruti (Hanuman) is called as Aajanma Brahmachari (eternal celebate). Some religious texts describe that he has a wife called ‘Suvarchala’. But everyone remembers him as eternal celebity.