Shabari Jayanti: Date, significance, story, and history of Shabari Dham

February 28, 2024February 28, 2024 पर user द्वारा प्रकाशित

There are many such characters in Ramayana like Hanuman ji, Jamwant, Kevat etc., who are always remembered for their intense devotion towards Lord Shri Ram. One such character is Mata Shabari. Friends, Ramayana is incomplete unless Shabari’s false plum is discussed. Shabari Jayanti is celebrated on the seventh day of Krishna Paksha of Phalgun month remembering his devotion towards Shri Ram.

When is Shabari Jayanti in the year 2024?

• This year Shabari Jayanti will be celebrated on 03 March, Sunday.
• Saptami Tithi will start on 02 March at 07:53 AM.
• Saptami Tithi will end on March 03 at 08:44 AM.

Importance of Shabari Jayanti

• According to most of the beliefs, it is said that on the seventh day of Krishna Paksha of Phalgun month, Shri Ram had eaten the false berries of Shabari. Since then, on this day Ram devotees take out Shabari Smriti Yatra. Shabari was an ardent devotee of Shri Ram. By eating his false plum, Lord Ram gave the same message to the people that God is only hungry for emotions.

Where and how is Shabari Jayanti celebrated?

• The festival of Shabari Jayanti is mainly celebrated in Gujarat, Maharashtra and South India. On the day of Shabari Jayanti, many religious programs are organized at different places. This birth anniversary is celebrated with great pomp and show as a big festival in the Sitaramachandra Swamy temple of Bhadrachallam in South India.
• On the day of Shabari Jayanti, devotees chant the mantra of Ram as a symbol of their devotion and faith. Apart from this, he also organizes recitation of Ramayana.
• Devotees address life with Leela pictures of Ram Ji in the celebration of this day and consider him as the guide of their life.

When did Shabari’s wait end?

• One day when Maharishi Matang’s end came near, Shabari became distraught at the mere thought of his death. He made preparations to give the last rites to Maharishi. But a day before, Matang Rishi died suddenly. Due to this, Shabari, who was prepared to plan his death, became worried and she fulfilled the purpose of her life.

Where is Shabari Mata’s place Shabari Dham?

• Shabari Dham is located in Dang district of Gujarat and is an important religious place where Shabari breathed her last. A huge temple has been built here in his memory which is dedicated to him.

Why did Bheelani Shabari choose exile?

• Shabari was born in the Bhil community. By going through various experiences of life, he understood the real mysteries of life and connected himself with spiritual elements.
• When Shabari’s Guru Maharishi Matang’s last days approached, he dedicated himself to the Maharishi by engaging in his last service. Coming under the influence of Maharishi Matang, Shabari achieved the real purpose of her life and chose exile.
• Shabari chose exile keeping this unique experience of her life in mind and understood various messages during the exile.

Where did Shabari get shelter and education?

• Shabari got shelter and education in the ashram of Maharishi Matang.
• Maharishi Matang inspired Shabari for her unique devotion and spiritual goals.
• This gave Shabari a new direction to her life and she dedicated herself to the devotion of Lord Rama.