Gita Jayanti, also known as Bhagavad Gita Jayanti, marks the sacred day when Lord Krishna imparted the divine wisdom of the Bhagavad Gita to Arjuna on the battlefield of Kurukshetra. Celebrated every year on Shukla Ekadashi of the Margashirsha month, the day usually falls in November or December as per the Gregorian calendar. Devotees across the world observe this occasion by reading the Gita, performing rituals, and reflecting on its timeless teachings.
Why Gita Jayanti Is Celebrated
On this day in the Dwapara Yuga, Lord Krishna, the eighth avatar of Lord Vishnu, guided Arjuna with the philosophical teachings of the Bhagavad Gita, turning his confusion and grief into courage and clarity. Since then, the Bhagavad Gita has been revered as one of the most important spiritual scriptures in Hinduism, providing guidance on duty, devotion, karma, discipline, and truth.
Gita Jayanti 2025: Date & Timings
- Gita Jayanti: Monday, December 1, 2025
Ekadashi Tithi:
- Begins: November 30, 2025 at 09:29 PM
- Ends: December 1, 2025 at 07:01 PM
How Gita Jayanti Is Celebrated
Devotees observe the day with devotion and discipline:
- Recitation or parayan of the Bhagavad Gita
- Fasting on Mokshada Ekadashi
- Offering prayers to Lord Krishna, Srimad Bhagavad Gita, and Maharishi Ved Vyasa
- Singing bhajans and performing aarti
- Visiting temples, especially in Kurukshetra
- Participating in satsang and discourses on Gita teachings
In many places, especially ISKCON temples, processions, group recitations, yajnas, and cultural programs are held to spread the message of Dharma.
Gita Jayanti Puja Vidhi
- On Dashami (a day before), eat only once and avoid grains or heavy food at night.
- On Ekadashi, wake up before sunrise and take a holy bath.
- Resolve to observe the fast with a pure mind and heart.
- Offer dhoop, diya, flowers, naivedya, tulsi leaves, and recite Gita Shlokas during worship.
- Stay awake in devotion and perform Jagran if possible.
- Break the fast (Parana) the next day during the auspicious Dwadashi Muhurat, after charity or serving the needy.
Rituals and Practices
- Devotees refrain from consuming grains such as wheat, rice, and barley.
- Many undertake a pilgrimage to Kurukshetra, considered the birthplace of the Gita.
- Worship of a conch (Shankh) is considered auspicious, as its vibration purifies energy and invokes prosperity.
- Families often begin or restart Gita Path together to resolve conflicts and bring harmony.
Spiritual Significance
Gita Jayanti is considered a powerful time to:
- Reflect on one’s actions and duties (Dharma)
- Seek clarity and inner strength
- Imbibe virtues like discipline, truth, selflessness, and devotion
- Apply Gita’s teachings to overcome life’s challenges
The observance of Mokshada Ekadashi, which falls on the same day, is believed to free ancestors and grant spiritual liberation or moksha.
Conclusion
Gita Jayanti is not just a festival—it is a reminder to revisit the eternal wisdom of the Bhagavad Gita and apply its teachings in daily life. The scripture continues to guide millions around the world toward peace, purpose, and self-realization.
As the Bhagavad Gita says:
“Change is the law of the universe. You can be a millionaire, or a pauper in an instant.”
— Shri Krishna
On this sacred day, may the teachings of the Gita inspire clarity, strength, and spiritual growth in every heart.