What’s The Connection Between Jyeshtha Amavasya And Lord Shani? Know Date, Muhurat, And More

Jyeshtha Amavasya 2025: In Hinduism, every lunar date and weekday holds its own spiritual significance. While Amavasya occurs every month, it is considered especially important. It is believed that the presiding deities of Amavasya are the Pitras, and offering tarpan, pind daan, prayers, and charity on this day brings blessings from ancestors and helps in cleansing Pitra Dosh.

Performing japa, tapa, puja, and donations on Amavasya is said to bring great merit. Among all, Jyeshtha Amavasya is of particular importance in Hindu tradition. What makes this day so special? When is Jyeshtha Amavasya in 2025? Let’s find out.

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When Is Jyeshtha Amavasya In 2025?

In 2025, Jyeshtha Amavasya will begin on May 26 at 12:11 AM and will end on May 27 at 8:31 AM.

Since Amavasya is observed based on the sunrise timing, Jyeshtha Amavasya will be observed on May 27, 2025.

Jyeshtha Amavasya 2025 Muhurat 

  • Brahma Muhurat: 4:03 AM – 4:44 AM
  • Abhijit Muhurat: 11:51 AM – 12:46 PM
  • Godhuli Muhurat: 7:11 PM – 7:31 PM

These time periods are considered highly auspicious for performing spiritual rituals, puja, and offerings on Jyeshtha Amavasya.

What Happened On Jyeshtha Amavasya?

  • Birth Of Shani Dev: Lord Shani, son of Surya and Chhaya, was born on Jyeshtha Amavasya. That’s why this Amavasya is considered highly significant. Shani Jayanti is celebrated on this day.
  • Vat Savitri Vrat: Also on this day, married women observe the Vat Savitri Vrat for the long life of their husbands. It is believed that this fast blesses them with Akhand Saubhagya. In the morning, women worship and circle the sacred Banyan tree (Vat Vriksha), and in the evening, it is customary to perform puja of Lord Shani.
  • Pitra Puja: People perform tarpan, pind daan, shraddha rituals, and donations to please their ancestors and seek their blessings.
  • Other Rituals: Fasting and worship of Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati on this day bring auspicious results, peace, and prosperity in the home.

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