Dattatreya Jayanti 2025 – Date, Significance, Rituals, and How to Celebrate
Dattatreya Jayanti marks the divine appearance of Lord Dattatreya, the unique Trimurti avatar embodying Brahma (creation), Vishnu (preservation), and Shiva (destruction). Revered as the Adi Guru (first teacher) and a master of yogic wisdom, Dattatreya Jayanti is celebrated with deep reverence in Maharashtra, Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Gujarat, and other parts of India.
In 2025, Dattatreya Jayanti falls on Thursday, 4th December.
Dattatreya Jayanti 2025 – Date and Tithi
- Date: Thursday, 4th December 2025
- Purnima Tithi Begins: 4th December at 4:20 AM
- Purnima Tithi Ends: 5th December at 6:52 AM
- Puja Time: Early morning to midday on 4th December is most auspicious.
Why is Dattatreya Jayanti Celebrated?
Lord Dattatreya represents the integrated divine consciousness of the Trinity (Trimurti). He is the eternal wandering yogi, guiding seekers toward detachment, wisdom, self-realization, and surrender. His teachings, including the concept of learning from 24 natural Gurus, inspire people to see divinity in all forms of life.
Spiritual Significance
- Dattatreya embodies Brahma-Vishnu-Shiva consciousness – the ultimate form of unity
- He is the guardian of seekers, yogis, and those walking the path of jnana (wisdom) and vairagya (detachment)
- His form is a reminder that the whole universe is a teacher
- Celebrating his Jayanti enhances inner peace, awareness, and spiritual discipline
How to Celebrate Dattatreya Jayanti at Home
1. Early Morning Puja
- Wake up during Brahma Muhurat, take a holy bath
- Set up an altar with Dattatreya’s photo or idol, decorated with yellow flowers and tulsi leaves
- Offer panchamrit (milk, curd, honey, ghee, jaggery), incense, fruits, and sweets
2. Chanting and Mantras
- Recite:
- “Om Dram Dattatreyaya Namah”
- “Digambara Digambara Shripada Vallabha Digambara”
- Perform Dattatreya Ashtottara Shatanamavali or read from Guru Charitra
3. Fasting and Devotion
- Observe a satvik fast: consume only fruits or one light meal
- Spend the day in meditation, bhajans, and Dattatreya stories
4. Charity (Daan)
- Feed cows, dogs, sadhus, or donate food, blankets, or clothes to the needy
- Distribute sweet rice (kshirannam) and other prasad items
Popular Celebrations in India
- Ganagapur (Karnataka) and Pithapuram (AP): Akhanda bhajans, abhishekams, and yatras
- Maharashtra: Celebrated grandly at Narsobachi Wadi, Audumbar, and Shirdi
- Gujarat & MP: Special Dattatreya pujas, satsangs, and deep daan in temples
Benefits of Observing Dattatreya Jayanti
- Removes ignorance, ego, and karmic blockages
- Brings mental clarity, health, and spiritual energy
- Enhances one’s path in meditation, sadhana, and detachment
- Blesses devotees with moksha (liberation) and inner contentment
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