(RNS) — On Wednesday (Dec. 11), many Hindus celebrated Gita Jayanti, the day that they believe Lord Krishna spoke the words of the Bhagavad Gita to the Indian Prince Arjuna more than 5,000 years ago.

On this day, devotees honour the teachings of Srimad Bhagavad-gita, imparted by Lord Krishna and strive to incorporate these timeless lessons into their daily lives.

Gita Jayanti, celebrating the birth of the Bhagavad Gita, falls on December 11, 2024, marking its 5161st anniversary. Devotees observe this sacred day, coinciding with Mokshada Ekadashi, by reciting the Gita,

B L Razdan* Krishna of the Gita stands for the infinite in the finite, the God in man concealed within the folds of flesh and the powers of sense. (S Radhakrishnan) Gita Jayanti is the birthday of Shrimad Bhagavad Gita.

Discover the spiritual significance, rituals, and timeless wisdom of Gita Jayanti, celebrated on December 11 this year.

ISKCON Sagarnagar, Visakhapatnam celebrates Gita Jayanti with Laksha Gita Dana Yagna, Sampoorna Gita Parayanam, and spiritual activities.

This day holds profound significance in Hindu tradition, as it commemorates the moment when Lord Krishna delivered the timeless teachings of the Bhagavad Gita to Arjuna on the bat

Sri Chanchalapathi Dasa explains that reading the Bhagavad Gita properly, as advised by Krishna, is like seeing Him face-to-face. This involves approaching a bonafide spiritual master with devotion and surrender,