You might be acquainted with a lot of stories related to our Hindu mythology. But if you are not aware of Lord Parshuram’s story, then we will here narrate for you this fascinating memoir.
Lord Parshuram, the sixth incarnation of Lord Vishnu, has great significance in our Hindu religion. Born on तृतीया तिथि under the Pradosh Kaal, Lord Parshuram is known widely by people to cleanse the world of evils and establish Dharma. In Lord Parshuram’s remembrance, people celebrate परशुराम जयंती every year and this year, it will fall on the 29th of April.
Now let’s get to know about Lord Parshuram more: who was he and what he did for people, along with the rituals or traditions following Bhagwan Parshuram Jayanti:
Lord Parshuram is the son of Sage Jamadagni and Renuka. The purpose of his sixth birth was to release the burden on Earth from the sinful, destructive, and irreligious kings, who misuse their resources and overlook their responsibilities as rulers.
Rama With An Axe
Parshurama means “Rama with an Axe.” Parshu means "axe,” and Lord Parshuram took an axe from Lord Shiva, whose devotee he was. It is also said that Bhagwan Parshuram formulated the western portion of the Indian coastline, which encompasses all the modern-day states like Goa, Kerala, Karnataka, and Maharashtra.
The History Of Lord Parshuram
It’s in the Hari Vansh Purana where the story is described as once there was a king named Kartaveerya Arjun. The king ruled Mahishmati Nagri in Central India and engaged in disruptive behavior that made the lives of common people difficult. The Goddess of the Earth begged Lord Vishnu to save the living creatures from the harsh treatment of Kshatriyas.
It was at that time that Lord Vishnu was reborn as Lord Parshuram in the house of Renuka and Jamdagni, to aid the goddess. His family was tormented too by the King, so he took his axe and fought against it. His father also got killed by the rulers when he resisted the forfeiture of the cow. Parshurama took his axe again and killed all the demonic kings twenty-one times.
So, the Parshuram avatar, from that time, was remembered as the great warrior, who fought the monarch and the Kshatriyas to liberate the world from their cruelty. Since that event, peace and tranquility got restored, धर्म was established and people also felt safe under his shelter.
Parshuram Jayanti Divine Traditions & Rituals
Start by taking a bath early in holy waters and wearing clean clothes.
Either go to the temple or place Lord Vishnu's idol or Lord Parshuram’s idol at your home’s sacred space.
Keep sweets, flowers, and kumkum before the idol. You can offer sacred tulsi leaves to the deity. Also, wear Tulsi Jap Mala for leveling up the divine energy.
Chant मंत्र like ॐ परशुरामाय नमः for strength and protection and to seek God’s divine blessings.
Fast is observed this day to purify one’s mind, body and soul. People can take water and fruits if they keep फलाहार व्रत.
A fire ritual is also done to honor Lord Parshuram. Devotees offer ghee, herbs, and various other sacred materials into the fire along with chanting मंत्र related to Lord Vishnu or Lord Parshuram for seeking protection.
Some people also recite sacred texts from the Mahabharata and Ramayana that contain references to Lord Parshurama’s life.
Devotees prepare sweets for the grand feast, such as kheer, symbolizing the victory of righteousness.
It’s good to do charity or दान Puna this day as a service to humanity.
Final Notes
Today also, people honor परशुराम जयंती with great devotion and purity, as it’s the day that reminds all of us of the importance of धर्म (righteousness) and justice. The life story of Lord Parshuram always motivates us to fight for the right and serve people with selfless intent.
For many people, it’s a time to reflect on personal growth, wisdom, and discipline. So celebrate Jayanti with a true spirit and promote the world for justice.
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