Andal Jayanti — ಮಹತ್ವ
Andal Jayanti marks the birth of Andal (Godadevi), the only female Alvar saint. She is revered as an incarnation of Bhudevi and is known for the Tiruppavai and Nachiyar Tirumozhi.
Andal Jayanti — ಮಹತ್ವ
According to the Divya Suri Charitam and tradition, Andal was found as a baby under a tulsi plant by Periyalvar in Srivilliputhur. She grew up with intense love for Ranganatha (Vishnu) and merged with him at Srirangam. Her Tiruppavai is sung during Margazhi (Dhanur month).
Andal Jayanti — ಪೂಜಾ ವಿಧಿ
- At sunrise, offer flowers and incense to Andal or Ranganatha.
- Recite or listen to the Tiruppavai (thirty verses); wear traditional dress.
- Visit Srivilliputhur or Srirangam if possible; participate in Margazhi celebrations.
- Observe a sattvic diet; honour the ideal of bridal mysticism (parakiya bhakti).
Andal Jayanti — ಮಂತ್ರಗಳು
मार्गशीर्षे शुक्ल पक्षे
mārgaśīrṣe śukla pakṣe
From Tiruppavai
Andal Jayanti — ಸಾಂಪ್ರದಾಯಿಕ ಆಹಾರ
- ●Sattvic
- ●Prasad
- ●No onion/garlic in Sri Vaishnava tradition
Andal Jayanti — ಇತರ ಹೆಸರುಗಳು
Tamil Nadu
Srivilliputhur, Tiruppavai recital
Andhra/Karnataka
Temple puja, Tiruppavai
Andal Jayanti — ಮಾಡಬೇಕು / ಮಾಡಬಾರದು
ಮಾಡಬೇಕು
- ✓Recite Tiruppavai
- ✓Worship Andal/Ranganatha
- ✓Visit Srivilliputhur if possible
- ✓Observe Margazhi
ಮಾಡಬಾರದು
- ✗Do not disrespect the Alvar
- ✗Avoid tamasic food
- ✗Do not skip the hymns
Andal Jayanti — FAQ
- Andal Jayanti ಎಂದರೇನು?
- Andal Jayanti marks the birth of Andal (Godadevi), the only female Alvar saint.
- Andal Jayanti 2026 ಯಾವಾಗ?
- 2026ರಲ್ಲಿ Andal Jayanti ಗುರುವಾರ, ಜುಲೈ 16, 2026ರಂದು ಬರುತ್ತದೆ.
- Andal Jayanti ಪೂಜಾ ವಿಧಿ ಏನು?
- At sunrise, offer flowers and incense to Andal or Ranganatha.; Recite or listen to the Tiruppavai (thirty verses); wear traditional dress.; Visit Srivilliputhur or Srirangam if possible; participate in Margazhi celebrations.; Observe a sattvic diet; honour the ideal of bridal mysticism (parakiya bhakti).
- Andal Jayanti ದಿನ ಏನು ತಿನ್ನಬೇಕು?
- Sattvic, Prasad, No onion/garlic in Sri Vaishnava tradition
- Andal Jayanti ದಿನ ಏನು ಮಾಡಬೇಕು?
- Recite Tiruppavai; Worship Andal/Ranganatha; Visit Srivilliputhur if possible
- Andal Jayanti ದಿನ ಏನು ಮಾಡಬಾರದು?
- Do not disrespect the Alvar; Avoid tamasic food; Do not skip the hymns
- Andal Jayanti ದಿನ ಯಾವ ದೇವರನ್ನು ಪೂಜಿಸಬೇಕು?
- Andal Jayanti Vishnu/Ranganathaಗೆ ಅರ್ಪಿತ.
Upcoming Andal Jayanti Dates in 2026, 2027 & Beyond
Andal Jayanti is a sacred Hindu festival observed on the tithi shown. Dates are calculated from the Panchang for your region.
Times shown for New Delhi, India (IST)
| Date | Day | Moonrise Time | Special Name |
|---|---|---|---|
| ಜುಲೈ 16,2026 | ಗುರುವಾರ | 07:26 am | — |
| ಜುಲೈ 5,2027 | ಸೋಮವಾರ | 06:31 am | — |