Kurma Jayanti is an auspicious day for Hindus. Kurma is the second Avatar of Vishnu. Like other avatars of Vishnu, Kurma appears at a time of crisis to restore the cosmic equilibrium. Kurma Jayanti is the celebration of birth anniversary of God Kurma (Tortoise). As per the Hindu calendar, Kurma Jayanti takes place in the Vaisakh month during the Shukla Paksha and on the full moon day (Purnima). According to the Gregorian calendar, the day is observed either in the month of June or May. Devotees keep fast on the day of Kurma Jayanti. The vrat begins from the previous night and continues till the next day.
Kurma Jayanti 2022 Date :
Name of festival | Day | Date of festival |
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Kurma Jayanti | Sunday | 15 May 2022 |
Kurma Jayanti's Time :
Purnima Tithi starts : 12:40 - 15 May 2022
Purnima Tithi Ends : 09:45 - 16 May 2022
Devotees pray to their Lord to seek divine blessings for removing obstacles in life. Devotees visit Lord Vishnu temples on Kurma Jayanti and take part in the rituals.