According to the Hindu Panchang, the Tuesdays of the Jyeshtha month are considered particularly sacred and miraculous. This is called 'Bara Mangal' (Big Tuesday), a festival dedicated to Lord Hanuman. This year, the second Bara Mangal of Jyeshtha will be observed on May 20, 2025. On this auspicious occasion, devotees observe fasts, perform special worship of Hanuman Ji, and visit temples to seek blessings.
According to mythological beliefs, Lord Hanuman first met Lord Rama in the Jyeshtha month. Since then, this month and its Tuesdays have been considered highly auspicious for devotees. Performing specific religious practices on this day, especially the tradition of lighting lamps (deep), not only brings positive energy into the home but also alleviates life's difficulties.
Significance of Bara Mangal
Bara Mangal is a special occasion for the worship of Hanuman Ji. Hanuman Ji is considered the most powerful and vigilant deity of Kali Yuga. People believe that their wishes are fulfilled quickly through devotion and worship of Hanuman Ji. Tuesday is particularly auspicious for Hanuman Ji, as it is his favorite day. When this Tuesday falls in the Jyeshtha month, its significance increases even further. Observing a fast, reciting Hanuman Chalisa, and lighting lamps on this day are believed to remove all troubles and obstacles from the home and family. The worship performed on Bara Mangal brings happiness, peace, and prosperity to life. Therefore, Hanuman Ji's devotion should be performed with complete faith on this day so that every difficulty can be overcome with His blessings.
Miraculous Benefits of Lighting Lamps in These Places
Main Door Lamp: The main door of the house is considered a very important place from Vastu and spiritual perspectives. Lighting a lamp here in the evening prevents negative energy from entering and maintains positivity in the home. On Bara Mangal, especially, light earthen lamps filled with sesame or mustard oil on both sides of the door.
Lamp in the Puja Room: Lighting a ghee lamp in front of the idol or picture of Lord Hanuman is highly auspicious. This not only brings peace and prosperity to the home but also serves as a means of spiritual purification. At this time, recite Hanuman Chalisa or Bajrang Baan.
Lamp near the Tulsi Plant: In Hinduism, the Tulsi plant is considered an embodiment of Goddess Lakshmi. Lighting a lamp near the Tulsi plant maintains wealth and prosperity in the home. In the evening of Tuesday, place a lamp near the Tulsi and chant the mantra "Om Tulasyai Namah".
Lamp in the Kitchen: The kitchen is considered the abode of Annapurna. Lighting a lamp here ensures that there is never a shortage of food in the house, and health remains good. This is considered particularly auspicious for women. Fill an earthen or brass lamp with ghee and place it in the eastern corner of the kitchen.
Lamp under the Banyan Tree: The Banyan tree is considered in Hinduism as a symbol of immortality and the abode of Gods. If there is a Banyan tree near your house, lighting a lamp under it is extremely fruitful. Doing so eliminates Pitru Dosha and gains the grace of Hanuman Ji.
Lamp in the Eshanya Kona (Northeast Corner) of the House: According to Vastu Shastra, the Eshanya Kona (northeast direction) is considered the abode of the Gods. Lighting a lamp here transmits spiritual energy into the house. It is a center of auspiciousness, peace, and harmony. Be sure to light a lamp in this place especially on Bara Mangal.
Rules and Precautions for Lighting Lamps
Place the Lamp in a Clean Place: The lamp should always be lit in a clean and tidy place. Lighting a lamp in a dirty or cluttered place does not allow its energy to spread properly, and the fruits of the worship are also reduced. Therefore, placing the lamp in the puja room, main door, or good corners of the house is considered auspicious.
Sufficient Oil or Ghee in the Lamp: Always put enough oil or ghee in the lamp so that it burns continuously throughout the puja. If the oil or ghee is less, the lamp may extinguish quickly, leaving the puja incomplete. A lamp lit with ghee is considered especially auspicious as it increases positive energy even more.
Keep the Direction of the Lamp Flame Correct: While lighting the lamp, always keep its flame towards the north or east direction. These directions are considered auspicious and help positive energy to enter the home. This creates an atmosphere of peace in both the mind and the environment.
Chant Mantras During Puja: When lighting the lamp, be sure to chant Hanuman Chalisa, Sundarkand, or Vedic mantras of Hanuman Ji. This increases the energy of the lamp and quickly obtains the grace of Lord Hanuman. Recite the mantras with devotion so that all difficulties are removed and happiness and peace remain in life.
Take Safety Precautions: Always keep the lamp away from the reach of children and pets while lighting it. The lamp is an open flame, so if it is placed near a child or animal, an accident may occur. Especially when there are children in the house, it is very important to exercise caution so that no accident occurs during the puja.
Mantra Chanting
Om Hanumate Namah
Chanting this mantra gives the energy of Hanuman Ji and removes all obstacles.
Ram Ramaya Namah
This mantra, which remembers Lord Rama, brings success and peace in life.
Om Bajrang Banaya Namah
Bajrang Baan is considered the most powerful mantra of Hanuman Ji. Reciting it removes difficulties and increases morale.
Sankat Mochan Hanuman As
By chanting this mantra, one seeks liberation from troubles and protection from Hanuman Ji.
Special Remedies for Bara Mangal
On Bara Mangal, special puja and worship of Lord Hanuman Ji are performed. Offering a red-colored chola (garment) to Hanuman Ji on this day is considered very auspicious. Red color symbolizes power and energy, which removes all obstacles. Offering jaggery and chickpeas as bhog (offering) is also very fruitful. These items are considered dear to God, and offering them quickly fulfills wishes. After the puja, donating red clothes or food to the needy is also a special remedy on Bara Mangal. This not only completes your puja but also brings happiness and prosperity to your life through charity.
Bara Mangal is especially beneficial for those affected by Shani Dosha or Mangal Dosha. For such people, fasting and offering sindoor (vermilion) to Hanuman Ji on this day is extremely beneficial. This reduces the effect of the doshas and maintains peace and happiness in life. Also, this remedy helps in overcoming all kinds of suffering and obstacles. Therefore, by adopting these remedies on Bara Mangal, obtain the special grace of Lord Hanuman Ji and make your life happy.
Bara Mangal is not just a religious date but a source of energy. The small puja methods and remedies like lighting lamps performed on this day can bring about big changes in life. With the grace of Hanuman Ji, even the impossible can become possible, provided the faith and devotion are true.
