Maharaja Agrasen Jayanti

Maharaja Agrasen Jayanti is every year in the Hindu calendar on the fourth day of the month of Ashvin. This event is dedicated to the most respected and revered King Maharaja Agrasen, who during his lifetime preached the principles of equality. The descendants of this ruler continue his mission by taking an active part in social projects aimed at eradicating inequality.

History

Maharaja Agrasen Jayanti is an official public holiday in some parts of India and is by the Agrahari, Jain, and Agrawal communities. This day was founded in honor of the birth of Maharaja Agrasen, who ruled in Agroha and is also considered the founder of the Agrawal and Agrahari communities. The ruler became famous not for defeating rivals, but for initiating a unique social program: each new resident of Agroha received one brick and one rupee from each inhabitant to build a house and develop a business.

Interesting Facts

• Maharaja Agrasen Jayanti is not only held in honor of and in remembrance of the ruler Maharaja Agrasen, but on this day, prayers are also offered to the goddess Lakshmi, asking for her blessings and prosperity.
• The followers of this ruler organize medical funds where everyone can receive medical care, and they organize free food distribution events as well as cultural events.
• Goddess Lakshmi is depicted with four hands, which symbolize the main goals of human life: truth, prosperity, pleasure, and liberation.
• The goddess is depicted on the inflorescence of a lotus, which symbolizes the wealth of the world.

How to take part

Goddess Lakshmi loves cleanliness, so dedicate the day to cleaning and putting things in order. Read more about Maharaja Agrasen — his life is that of a worthy person, and Indian culture is full of secrets and mysteries that are fascinating to learn. Do something good on this day or join the ‘one brick, one rupee’ social program.

When is Maharaja Agrasen Jayanti in 2024?

Maharaja Agrasen Jayanti is observed on the fourth day of the Hindu calendar’s Ashwin month each year.

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