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Time of India
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Prasad and prayers at bhandaras as last Bada Mangal festival of the yr concludes
Lucknow: Devotees thronged temples to pray on the last Bada Mangal on Tuesday. Many bhandaras (community feasts) were organised on the occasion. At Hanuman Setu temple, prasad of laddoo was served to the devotees, and bhog of puri and kheer was offered to the deity. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Payal Sharma, 27, who visited the temple along with her grandmother Nirmala Devi, 72, said, "I wanted to pray for the new chapter of my life as I am getting married in two days." Another devotee, Shrikant Iyyer, said, "I am an ardent bhakt of Bajrang Bali, and whatever I got in life is because of him. I prayed for my civil service exam and ate puri sabzi in a bhandara." At Lete Hue Hanumanji Temple, the deity was decorated with flowers and offered a bhog of 91 kg of laddoo, which was later served to the devotees. The students of Bhatkhande Sanskriti Vishwavidyalaya sang bhajans. At Khatu Shyam Temple, the bhandara lasted for 12 hours, offering puri, sabzi, halwa, and chhole chawal. Arti of Goddess Durga and Lord Hanuman was performed at Kali Bari Temple. This annual event is held in honour of Lord Hanuman and is observed on the Tuesdays of the Jyeshtha month of the Hindu calendar.
India Today
13-05-2025
- General
- India Today
Bada Mangalwar 2025: Know dates, rituals and religious importance
Bada Mangalwar 2025 falls on five Tuesdays in May and June with special Hanuman worship rituals India Today Information Desk Bada Mangalwar falls on five Tuesdays in May and June 2025 Originated in Lucknow during Nawab Wajid Ali Shah's reign Devotees offer sweets, chant mantras, and organise bhandaras Bada Mangalwar is a sacred series of Tuesdays in the Jyeshtha month when devotees worship Lord Hanuman with special rituals, prayers, and community feasts, especially in Uttar Pradesh. It is believed to bring strength, protection, and divine blessings. DATES OF BADA MANGALWAR 2025 In 2025, Bada Mangalwar falls on the following Tuesdays May 13, 2025 May 20, 2025 May 27, 2025 June 3, 2025 June 10, 2025 ORIGIN AND LEGEND The tradition of Bada Mangalwar is believed to have started in Lucknow during the reign of Nawab Wajid Ali Shah, who built a Hanuman temple after a miraculous escape from danger. This led to a long-standing tradition of offering prayers and organising community feasts every Tuesday of Jyeshtha. SPIRITUAL SIGNIFICANCE Lord Hanuman, considered a symbol of strength, devotion, and protection, is worshipped during this period for Removal of fear and negativity Blessings of strength and success Protection from evil forces Peace and prosperity in life Devotees believe that prayers offered on these Tuesdays are particularly powerful and yield swift results. MAIN RITUALS PERFORMED Bathing and cleanliness: Devotees begin their day with an early morning bath and wear clean clothes. Temple visits: Huge crowds gather at temples, especially in Lucknow, like Hanuman Setu and Aliganj Hanuman Mandir. Offerings: Sweets such as boondi laddoos, chana, jaggery, and sindoor are offered to the deity. Chanting: Devotees chant the Hanuman Chalisa, Sundarkand, and other mantras throughout the day. Bhandaras: Community kitchens or bhandaras are set up to feed the poor and visiting devotees. DO'S TO FOLLOW ON BADA MANGALWAR Light a mustard oil diya before Hanuman's idol Chant Hanuman Chalisa and recite Sundarkand with devotion Offer red flowers, sindoor, and boondi laddoos Donate food or organize bhandaras for the needy Maintain a vegetarian diet and observe fasting if possible DON'TS TO AVOID ON BADA MANGALWAR Do not consume alcohol or non-veg food Avoid cutting nails or hair on this day Refrain from arguing or fighting, especially in or around temples Do not disrespect elders or act dishonestly Avoid being idleâ€'engage in seva (service) or prayer Bada Mangalwar 2025 is more than a ritualâ€'it's a celebration of devotion, discipline, and community welfare. By observing it with sincerity, devotees seek Lord Hanuman's blessings for courage, stability, and protection in life. Participating in charitable acts like bhandaras adds to the spiritual merit and spreads positivity in society. Bada Mangalwar is a sacred series of Tuesdays in the Jyeshtha month when devotees worship Lord Hanuman with special rituals, prayers, and community feasts, especially in Uttar Pradesh. It is believed to bring strength, protection, and divine blessings. DATES OF BADA MANGALWAR 2025 In 2025, Bada Mangalwar falls on the following Tuesdays May 13, 2025 May 20, 2025 May 27, 2025 June 3, 2025 June 10, 2025 ORIGIN AND LEGEND The tradition of Bada Mangalwar is believed to have started in Lucknow during the reign of Nawab Wajid Ali Shah, who built a Hanuman temple after a miraculous escape from danger. This led to a long-standing tradition of offering prayers and organising community feasts every Tuesday of Jyeshtha. SPIRITUAL SIGNIFICANCE Lord Hanuman, considered a symbol of strength, devotion, and protection, is worshipped during this period for Removal of fear and negativity Blessings of strength and success Protection from evil forces Peace and prosperity in life Devotees believe that prayers offered on these Tuesdays are particularly powerful and yield swift results. MAIN RITUALS PERFORMED Bathing and cleanliness: Devotees begin their day with an early morning bath and wear clean clothes. Temple visits: Huge crowds gather at temples, especially in Lucknow, like Hanuman Setu and Aliganj Hanuman Mandir. Offerings: Sweets such as boondi laddoos, chana, jaggery, and sindoor are offered to the deity. Chanting: Devotees chant the Hanuman Chalisa, Sundarkand, and other mantras throughout the day. Bhandaras: Community kitchens or bhandaras are set up to feed the poor and visiting devotees. DO'S TO FOLLOW ON BADA MANGALWAR Light a mustard oil diya before Hanuman's idol Chant Hanuman Chalisa and recite Sundarkand with devotion Offer red flowers, sindoor, and boondi laddoos Donate food or organize bhandaras for the needy Maintain a vegetarian diet and observe fasting if possible DON'TS TO AVOID ON BADA MANGALWAR Do not consume alcohol or non-veg food Avoid cutting nails or hair on this day Refrain from arguing or fighting, especially in or around temples Do not disrespect elders or act dishonestly Avoid being idleâ€'engage in seva (service) or prayer Bada Mangalwar 2025 is more than a ritualâ€'it's a celebration of devotion, discipline, and community welfare. By observing it with sincerity, devotees seek Lord Hanuman's blessings for courage, stability, and protection in life. Participating in charitable acts like bhandaras adds to the spiritual merit and spreads positivity in society. Join our WhatsApp Channel
