Mahavir Jayanti 2025 Date, Time, Story, Rituals and More

Mahavir Jayanti is one of the most significant festivals of the Jain community and is celebrated with zeal in India as well as globally. In this blog, we are going to discuss Mahavir Jayanti 2025 Date, Time, Story, Rituals and More.

The festival is marking the birth of Lord Mahavir. Lord Mahavir is the 24th Tirthankara of Jainism, according to Jain mythology. Let's first get the basic information:

Mahavir Jayanti 2025 Date: 10th April 2025

States: Karnataka, Rajasthan, Delhi, Haryana, Delhi, Maharashtra, Uttar Pradesh, Tamil Nadu, Madhya Pradesh and Punjab

The teaching and life of Lord Mahavira

Lord Mahavira was born in Bihar during the 4th century BCE. He is also known as Vardhamana. And in many ways, he is similar to Siddartha Gautama. Like him, Vardhamana also left his comfortable home to find truth in the world after being sheltered from the outside world.

After meeting with people from many cultures and backgrounds, he learned much about the world and the sources of suffering. And he decided to focus his efforts on fasting and meditation. Through this, he found enlightenment.

He finds that humans must remove greed and their connections to worldly possession to end their limitless pursuits of needs. With his knowledge, he travelled in India and other areas of Asia to spread Jainism. During this time, his kingdom experiences a period of extreme prosperity.

Many people converted to Jainism with hopes that they can experience a similar state of happiness. After achieving moksha, Vardhamana died. In 425 BCE, he became known as lord Mahavira, the final omniscient teacher of the Dharma. Many people celebrate this festival to reflect on their actions and the teachings of Lord Mahavira.

After achieving enlightenment, he teaches 5 principles that would lead to prosperous living and inner peace. Let’s understand about his principle:

1.     Ahimsa: This principle states that all Jains need to avoid violence in any situation.

2.     Satya: This principle states that all Jains need to always tell the truth.

3.  Asteya: People who follow Asteya do not steal from others. These people live in moderation and only take what they are given.

4.    Brahmacharya: This principle states Jains to features of self-restraint. They should not participate in sensual acts.

5.    Aparigraha: This principle states that Jains become mindful and eliminate their desire for possessions.

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Mahavir Jayanti story

According to Jain texts and religious scripts, lord Mahavir was birth on the 13th day of the waxing moon on Chaitra month in Kundalagram in Bihar. At that time, Vaishali was the capital of the state. According to Swetambar Jain, Mahavir was born in 599 BC while Digambar Jains consider 615 BC as his birth year.

His parents named him Vardhaman. The Swetambar community states that Mahavir's mother experienced 14 dreams, which were then interpreted by astrologers who all mentioned that Mahavira would either become an emperor or a sage (Tirthankara). At the age of 30, Mahavira abandoned his throne and family in pursuit of the truth.

He lived in exile for 12 years as an ascetic. In this period, he preached non-violence and treated all with respect. He earned the title "Mahavira" after showing extraordinary ability in controlling the senses. It is traditionally believed that at the age of 72, Mahavira attained enlightenment (Nirvana).

Mahavir Jayanti significance

The Jain community takes part in many festivities. Lord Mahavir is respected and worshipped by the Jain community. The exhibition of an idol of Lord Mahavir is the important festival of the festival. The statue of Mahavir is washed by people with oil and this will denote the purity of the lord.

People from all over India and the world will visit Jain temples in the country. They also visit ancient ancient places. One of the most famous places to visit during this festival is Gomateshwara. In this temple, many Jains distribute food and money.

How is Mahavir Jayanti celebrated?

The festival is celebrated to spread peace, harmony and teaching of Lord Mahavir. A celebration is started by Rath Yatra where lord Mahavir’s idol is placed on the top. Jain temples are decorated with flags and Jains offer food and clothes to needy people. Jainism opposes animal slaughter and hence donations are made to stop animal killings.

Also, charitable acts, prayers are offered in temples dedicated to lord Mahavir. Few people are also involved in meditation, a practice emphasized by Mahavir. Jain temples witness a huge gathering of devotees on this day. Teaching of Mahavir and Jainism are chanted by monks and nuns.

5 places to visit during Mahavir Jayanti

Let's discover the Indian place to go on Mahavir Jayanti 2025:

1. Madhuban: Madhuban is located in Jharkhand, and is among the religious sites of Jains.

2. Girnarji: Giranji is a location in Gujarat.

3. Gomateshwara: Gomateshwara is located in Karnataka and is one of the most beautiful locations.

4. Mangi Tungi: Mangi Tungi is also among the popular destinations for Jains in Maharashtra.

5. Gajpantha: Gajpantha is also located in Maharashtra and there is a beautiful temple. It requires climbing over 460 steps to get there.

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