Shri Parshuram jayanti 2025.
Lord Parashurama’s Birth Anniversary
According to the Bhavishya Purana, Lord Parashurama was born on the third day of the bright half of the month of Vaishakha, during the Pradosh Kaal (the first part of the night). This year, April 29, 2025, Tuesday, the Tritiya Tithi will begin at 5:31 PM, which is considered a Pradosh Vyapini Tritiya Tithi. On this day, Lord Parashurama’s birth anniversary will be celebrated.
About Lord Parashurama
Lord Parashurama is an incarnation of Lord Vishnu and the son of Rishi Jamadagni and Renuka. Despite being a Brahmin, he took up the profession of a warrior due to the influence of Havyas. He is a great devotee of Lord Shiva and received an infallible axe from him, which is known as Parashu. Lord Parashurama’s real name was Rama, but due to holding the Parashu, he came to be known as Parashurama.
The Story of Lord Parashurama
Lord Parashurama’s father, Jamadagni, had a divine cow named Kamadhenu in his ashram. Kartavirya Arjuna, seeing the cow’s divine powers, wanted to take it for himself and used his immense power to take the cow to Mahishmati. When Lord Parashurama learned of this, he destroyed Kartavirya Arjuna and his entire army. However, when Jamadagni learned of this, he told Parashurama that killing a powerful king was equivalent to Brahma Hatya (killing a Brahmin) and ordered him to go on a pilgrimage.
Characteristics of Lord Parashurama
Lord Parashurama is known for his devotion to his father and follows his orders without question. He is said to have cut off his mother’s head at his father’s command, but his father later restored her to life and made her forget the incident. Lord Parashurama is considered a Chiranjivi (immortal) and fulfills the desires of his devotees, granting them immense strength and power.
Significance of Lord Parashurama’s Worship
Worshiping Lord Parashurama is believed to bring prosperity and success to devotees. He is known for his unwavering dedication to his father and his immense strength, which makes him a revered figure in Hindu mythology.
Conclusion
Lord Parashurama’s birth anniversary will be celebrated on April 29, 2025. His story and characteristics serve as an inspiration to devotees, and his worship is believed to bring numerous benefits.