Parashurama Jayanti

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Quick Overview

Date in 2036: Monday, April 28, 2036
Tithi: Vaisakha Shukla Tritiya (Purnimanta)
Tithi begins / ends: 11:38 AM, Apr 28 to 09:29 AM, Apr 29
Lunar month: Vaisakha · Shukla Paksha
Also on this tithi: Akshaya Tritiya

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2036 Festival Date & Muhurta

Parashurama Jayanti

Monday, April 28, 2036

Lunar Month: Vaisakha

Tithi / Muhurta Timings

Tithi Begins:11:38 AM, Apr 28

Tithi Ends:09:29 AM, Apr 29

Parashurama Jayanti at a Glance

Parashurama Jayanti is fixed by the lunar calendar to Vaisakha Shukla Tritiya, the 3rd tithi of the waxing (Shukla) fortnight of Vaisakha.

Tithi rule: Vaisakha Shukla Tritiya (Purnimanta)Shukla Tritiya Vaisakha month
Tithi swami and group: Gauri · Jaya Tithi
Also on this tithi: Akshaya Tritiya

Vaisakha Shukla Tritiya in Coming Years

Year	Tithi begins	Tithi ends
2037	11:34 PM, Fri, Apr 17	11:56 PM, Sat, Apr 18
2038	06:56 PM, Thu, May 6	08:33 PM, Fri, May 7
2039	07:43 PM, Mon, Apr 25	10:20 PM, Tue, Apr 26
2040	12:02 PM, Sun, May 13	02:11 PM, Mon, May 14
2041	03:04 PM, Thu, May 2	02:52 PM, Fri, May 3

Panchanga on This Day

Parashurama Jayanti · Apr 28, 2036

VaaraSomavara

TithiShukla Tritiya11:38 AM → 09:29 AM

NakshatraKrittika03:54 PM → 02:43 PM

YogaSaubhagya

KaranTaitula

Lunar MonthVaisakha

Brahma Muhurta04:16 AM → 04:59 AM

Abhijit Muhurta11:52 AM → 12:45 PM

Nishita Muhurta11:56 PM → 12:39 AM

Rahu Kaal07:21 AM → 09:00 AM

New Delhi, IndiaFull Dainik Panchang →

About Parashurama Jayanti

Parashurama Jayanti celebrates the birth anniversary of Lord Parashurama, the sixth incarnation of Lord Vishnu and one of the most formidable warrior-sages in Hindu tradition. Born as Rama, the son of the pious sage Jamadagni and his devoted wife Renuka, he earned the name Parashurama—'Rama with the axe' (Parashu)—after receiving a divine axe from Lord Shiva.

Parashurama is unique among Vishnu's avatars because he is one of the seven Chiranjivis (immortals) believed to still reside on Earth. He represents the fierce aspect of divine justice that destroys corrupt Kshatriya rulers who had abandoned Dharma, and he is also revered as the founder of many martial and spiritual traditions, including Kalaripayattu.

Despite his warrior nature, Parashurama was a great sage and teacher. He was the guru of Bhishma, Dronacharya, and Karna, imparting both warfare and sacred knowledge. He is also associated with reclaiming land from the sea along the western coast of India, including Kerala and Konkan, making him a cultural hero in these regions.

Parashurama Jayanti falls on the Shukla Paksha Tritiya of Vaishakha month. Devotees observe fasts, perform Puja, and seek his blessings for courage, strength, justice, and protection from tyranny. The day is especially significant for warriors, students, and those seeking to uphold righteousness.

Vrat Vidhi & Fasting Rules

Devotees observe fasting and worship Lord Parashurama to receive courage, justice, and the strength to uphold Dharma.

Step-by-Step Fasting Procedures:

Wake early, bathe, and wear clean yellow or saffron clothes.
Observe a strict or partial fast, consuming only fruits and milk until evening Puja.
Worship an image or idol of Lord Parashurama holding his axe and bow.
Recite the Parashurama Stotra, Vishnu Sahasranama, or 'Om Namo Bhagavate Parashuramaya'.
Offer yellow flowers, honey, sweets, and Tulsi leaves.
Donate food, weapons of knowledge (books), and essentials to Brahmins and warriors.

Puja Samagri & Ritual Steps

Essential Puja Samagri:

Parashurama idol or pictureYellow flowers and Tulsi leavesHoney, sweets, and PanchamritKumkum, turmeric, and sandalwood pasteGhee lamp, incense, and camphorA small symbolic axe or weapon

Puja Procedure:

Install the Parashurama deity on a clean altar facing east.
Perform Achaman and offer Panchamrit Abhishekam.
Adorn the idol with yellow cloth, flowers, and sandalwood paste.
Recite the Parashurama Kavacha or selected Vishnu stotras.
Offer Naivedyam of honey, sweets, and fruits.
Conclude with Arati and prayers for courage and righteous victory.

Vrat Katha: The Birth and Mission of Parashurama

Sage Jamadagni and his wife Renuka performed severe penance to please Lord Vishnu, seeking a son who would protect Dharma on Earth.

Vishnu appeared before them and promised to be born as their son. Thus, Rama was born, endowed with divine strength and radiant wisdom.

As a young man, he pleased Lord Shiva through intense penance and received a powerful battle-axe (Parashu) and knowledge of warfare. He became known as Parashurama.

When a wicked king named Kartavirya Arjuna killed his father and stole their sacred cow, Parashurama vowed to rid the earth of corrupt Kshatriya rulers who had abandoned righteousness, fulfilling his divine mission as the sixth avatar.