Mahesh Navami

Mahesh Navami is celebrated by the Maheshwari Community in honor of Mahesh or Lord Shiva and is the most important holiday for the Maheshwari people. According to the Hindu calendar, 'Mahesh Navami' is observed each year on the ninth day (Navami) of the Shukla Paksha (waxing phase of the Moon cycle) of the month of Jyeshtha (May or June in the Gregorian calendar).

Mahesh Navami and its Significance:

This celebration is primarily devoted to the adoration of Bhagwan Mahesh (God of Gods or Mahadev, another name for Shiva) and his holy union with Maa Parvati. According to legend, the Maheshwari dynasty was founded on this Navami during the Yudhishtir Samvat. Since then, the Maheshwari community has celebrated Jyeshtha Shukla Navami annually under the name 'Mahesh Navami' as their community's founding day. This day features religious and cultural activities. This festival demonstrates absolute devotion and faith in God Mahesh and Goddess Parvati. This is the most significant day for the Maheshwari community because it fosters unity and appreciation. The objectives are service, sacrifice, and righteousness.

When Is Mahesh Navami Celebrated? Tithi & Muhurat (Date & Time)

Mahesh Navami on Wednesday, June 4, 2025

Navami Tithi Begins - 09:56 PM on Jun 03, 2025
Navami Tithi Ends - 11:54 PM on Jun 04, 2025

What exactly is Mahesh Navami?

It is believed that the first appearance of Supreme Consciousness Shiva to his devotees took place on the day of Mahesh Navami; consequently, this day is devoted to the worship of the absolute Shiva.

On this day, devotees pay homage to Bhagwan Shiva and Devi Parvati (Shiva’s wife). In particular, the Maheshwari business community participates in this celebration. It is said that the Maheshwari community was established on the ninth day of Shukla paksha of the Jyeshta month, so this day holds a lot of significance for the people who belong to that community.

Lord Mahesh commanded the Kshatriya Rajputs to abandon hunting in favor of commerce or Vaishya activities. That is, he described the course of action without violence. Beyond altruism and egoism, the Mahesh Navami celebration sends the message that humans should reject all forms of violence as much as possible and strive for the wellbeing of the planet.

Currently, Maheshwaris are found in almost every Indian state and city and are renowned for their impeccable manners.

In addition, Hindus believe that to receive the first Yogi, Shiva's blessings, a woman who wishes to have a child must recite a specific prayer on this day. This prayer is said to bring a child into the world. Worshiping Shiva (also known as Mahesh) on this day will help you conquer the challenges and problems you are facing in life, bringing you happiness and joy.

Mahesh Navami Story:

According to religious scriptures, Maheshwari society's ancestors were members of the Kshatriya dynasty. Throughout the hunt, he was plagued by the sages' curse. Then, on this day, Shiva liberated his forefathers from the curse and instructed them to follow the path of nonviolence by abandoning violence.

Khadgal Sen, a devoted and religion-loving Suryavanshi ruler, ruled the city of Khandela. All his people lived happily and quietly in his dominion. The monarch was childless; therefore, he conducted the “Putresti Yagya”. The sages blessed and cautioned that your kid would be exceedingly powerful and Chakravarti, but that he must not go to the north until he is sixteen years old, or otherwise you will die early.

After a period, the son of Queen Champavati was born, and the king rejoiced with much merriment. Astrologers called him Sujansen. He proved to be very brilliant and intelligent. Sujansen was married to Chandravati at the time.
One day, Rajkuvar Sujansen went hunting with 72 ‘Umraos”(sub caste of Rajput) in the forest in the northern direction. Six Rishis were doing a Yagya near Surya Kund, and the Vedas were reciting. Upon witnessing this, he got enraged. He commanded the Umrao to eliminate the yagya.

Owing to this, the sage became enraged and cursed them all to become stone. As soon as the curse was cast, 72 Umrao, including Rajkuvar, were transformed into stone. At hearing this news, Raja Khadgal Sen gave up his life. The queen of Rajkuvar, Chandravati, accompanied the ladies of 72 Umrao's to these sages and pleaded with them to remove the curse. The sages then instructed him to worship Lord Gaurishankar in a nearby cave while repeating the Ashtaakshar mantra of Bhagwan Mahesh, 'Om Namo Maheshwarai' the princess surrounded by all the ladies, went to a cave (gufa) and immersed herself in penance.
Bhagwan Mahesh and Maa Parvati arrived, pleased with her penance, as Rajkuvarani bowed at their feet, Maa Parvati blessed her with 'good luck,' to which the princess replied, “Our husbands have been turned to stone by the sages' curse; therefore, you redeem their curse.” Goddess Maheshwari pleaded to God Mahesh, who brought them back to consciousness.

Mahesh Navami Rituals

It is a prominent Hindu holiday that is enthusiastically observed across India, particularly in Rajasthan. The Supreme God Shiva's devotees honor Mahesh and Parvati on Mahesh Navami, an auspicious day.

They rise early in the morning, bathe, get prepared, and begin adorning temples with flowers.

On this day, it is also believed that newlyweds worship Shiva and Parvati to bring bliss into their life.
Devotees recite special Shiva Mantras throughout the night.

Also, devotees' houses are visited by special Jhanki bearing images of Bhagwan Shiva. During this period, prayers are recited.

Yajnas are frequently done at the homes of devotees. Rudra Abhishekam, an important Mahesh Navami ceremony, is also done on this day.

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At temples, Bhajan Sandhya is planned, aarti is done, and then prasad is handed to worshippers after the Puja ritual.

Shiva's devotees observe the Mahesh Navami festival with the greatest devotion and confidence in Bhagwan Mahesh and Maa Parvati. It is the day that bestows health, money, success, and happiness to devotees.

How is Mahesh Navmi Celebrated?

In Maheshwari culture, the Mahesh Navami festival is celebrated in a magnificent manner and with tremendous zeal. It is the responsibility of every Maheshwari to celebrate this sacred event with delight, and it is essential for the development and cohesion of society.
Mahesh Navami is a day of tremendous religious significance for the Maheshwari 'Mesri' civilization, and it is celebrated with passion and fervor. A few days before advance, processions and religious and cultural performances are carried out as part of the preparations for this celebration. There is a Maha Aarti of Bhagwan Mahesh, and with the echo of 'Jai Mahesh' chanting, stirring rites are performed. On the day of Mahesh Navami, special offerings are made to Shiv Shankar and Parvati.
It is traditionally observed to place nine lights of ghee and camphor in front of each home, and assist anybody in need, around 6:45 PM. At every home in the community, the Mahesh Vandana was sung together. Worship Shri Mahesh through service, collaboration, and resolve to make every moment special.

Mahesh Navami Puja Vidhi (rituals):

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• On the day of Mahesh Navami, Lord Shiva should be worshipped with the law. The worship of both Shiva and Parvati brings good fortune.
• Abhishek of the Shivling is done with Gangajal, bel leaves and lotus flowers.
• Apply Tripund with ashes on the Shivling as a symbol of renunciation and detachment.
• In addition, particular worship to Trishul must be performed.
• On the day of Mahesh Navami, Damru is played in Shiva's honor.
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The Maheshwari Community

The Maheshwari community dates back approximately 4,000 years prior to the start of the Vikram Samvat. They were a community of business class people till the end of the nineteenth century.

In 1892, the first Maheshwari reformer, Raj Bahadur Shyam Sunderlal Loiwal, established the Maheshwari Mahasabha in Ajmer.

Swami Dayanand Saraswati, the founder of the Arya Samaj, greatly impacted him.
In 1908, it supplied the impetus for the establishment of the All India Maheshwari Mahasabha. Since that time, the Mahasabha has fought for societal changes.

Numerous distinguished Maheshwaris were imprisoned and assisted in the “Khadi and Charkha” movements, and one man, Krishna Sarda, was executed for his participation in the fight for independence.
The Maheshwaris are a particularly entrepreneurial people group. The Birlas and Shivkissen Bhatter were the initial Maheshwaris to establish a jute mill in 1918. With sheer tenacity, they overcame the obstacles posed by the Britishers.

Similarly, since independence, the Maheshwaris have established companies in several economic areas.

The Maheshwaris have a generous demeanor. The S.K. Jaju Memorial Trust was created by the Maheshwari Mahasabha for the granting of scholarships and other philanthropic initiatives. Many additional charitable trusts have been established by different Maheshwaris.

The institutions in Pilani are emblematic of the contributions of individual Maheshwaris to the cause of education. Sons, grandsons, and great-grandsons on both the father's and mother's sides get their heads shaved upon the death of a family member. In some Marwari villages, only sons are obligated to do this duty.
They are originally from Rajasthan, but they have settled in other regions of India in pursuit of job and business opportunities. As a result of their great intellect and flexibility, they have established substantial industrial enterprises.

In other areas of India, the Maheshwaris have adopted regional languages and speak Punjabi, Gujarati, Marathi, Hindi, and Telugu, depending on the state in which they reside.

Almost three million Maheshwaris have significantly contributed to the nation's economic and industrial growth. Today, they are predominantly an economic and commercial community.