Vamana Jayanti Festival 2021 celebrates the birth anniversary of the 5th avatar or Lord Vishnu. Mahavishnu incarnated as Lord Vamana during Treta Yuga. The festival is observed on the Sukla Dwadashi or 12th day of the waxing phase of moon in the Bhadrapada month. In 2021, Vamana Jayanti is on September 17.
Unlike other avatars of Vishnu, the incarnation of Vamana was not meant to kill any demons. The reason behind Vamana avatar of Vishnu is to give moksha to King Mahabali. The avatar is also meant to help Devas to regain their lost power to King Bali.
Famous Temples of Vamana
Thrikkakara Vamana Moorthy Temple in Kochi, Ulagalantha Perumal Temple in Kanchipuram, and Mithranandapuram Vamana Temple in Thrissur are some of the most famous temples dedicated to Lord Vamana. Special poojas are organized in Vishnu Temples as part of Vamana Jayanti Festival.
2022 Festival Date
Vamana Jayanti in 2022 falls on 7 September.
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