Sita Navami: Birth Tithi of Maa Sita

Maa Sita, the Divine companion of Lord Rama, was born on this day, which is celebrated as Sita Navami. The Hindu festival, which falls on the Navami (Day 9) tithi of Shukla Paksha (Waxing Moon) in the lunar month of Vaishaka (May–June), is also known as Sita Jayanti, Janki Navami, or Janki Jayanti.

Table of Contents

1. Sita Navami Tithi Timings
2. What to do on Sita Navami?
3. Significance of Sita Navami
4. Maa Sita birth story
5. Different Names of Mata Sita
6. Sita Navami Puja Vidhi

Sita Navami Tithi Timings

Madhyahna Muhurat of Sita Navami: 11:04 AM to 01:34 PM In length: 02 hours, 30 minutes
Moment of Sita Navami Madhyahna - 12:19 P.M. On May 16, 2024, at 06:22 AM, Navami Tithi began. Navami Tithi Ends on May 17, 2024, at 8:48 AM.

What to do on Sita Navami?

Married women worship Maa Sita, also known as Sita Devi, on Sita Jayanti or Janki Navami,as a symbol of devotion towards their partner. According to the Epic Ramayana, Maa Sita committed her life to her husband, Lord Rama, despite all circumstances.
Hindu women follow the Sita Navami Vrat, or fast, in remembrance of Sita Devi's devotion to Lord Rama, for the welfare of their partners.
It is believed that Lord Rama was born on the same tithi (Navami) in the Chaitra month (April–May) is fascinating. His birth anniversary is recognized as Rama Navami, which is observed prior to Sita Navami.

Significance of Sita Navami

Most married women celebrate Mata Janki Jayanti, also known as Sita Navami, which is an auspicious occasion. Sita Devi is believed to be an incarnation of Goddess Lakshmi.That’s why praying to her on Sita Navami, brings blessings from both Goddess Lakshmi and Goddess Sita. This is why Sita Navami is significant. 

1. Married women follow the rituals of Sita Navami Vrat and pray to Maa Sita with devotion, on this day for their husbands' safety, happiness, long life, and general well-being. They are granted their wish.
2. Women who face difficulty in pregnancy and face problems in giving birth to child,are blessed by Sita Maiya, if they offer Puja to Sita Mata with pure heart and devotion on this day.
3. On the day of Janki Jayanti, Mother Earth is also worshipped since Sita Devi is connected to her and brings her blessings. Mother Earth bestows rewards of prosperity, wealth, and abundance on Her devotees, among many other gifts.
4. On Janaki Navami, devotees who fervently worship or do Puja of Lord Rama and Maa Sita together are bestowed with the blessing of marital bliss.
5. When Sita Jayanti rituals are conducted and fasting is kept on this auspicious day, Maa Sita bestows upon her devotees the traits of modesty, sacrifice, and other virtues.
On this day, those who pray and celebrate Sita Navami also enjoy the mercies of Lord Rama.

Maa Sita Birth Story

Maa Sita's birth tale is the subject of numerous legends. In the Indian state of Bihar, the Sitamarhi district is a popular pilgrimage site where residents believe Maa Sita was born. Contrary to this, there is also a belief that Maa Sita was born in Province No. 2 in Nepal.
The first story comes from the Tamil translation of Valmiki's Ramayan and states that Maa Sita was discovered buried in a field's ploughed furrow, on Earth's lap. The mentioned place is Sitamarhi in the Mithila area, which is currently in the Indian state of Bihar. Because of this legend, Maa Sita is also known as the daughter of Goddess Earth, or Bhumi Devi. It is also claimed that King Janaka, the King of Mithila, and his wife Sunaina found and adopted Maa Sita.
A distinct version of the King Janaka story, which can be found in the Manjari translations of the Ramayana, claims that King Janaka once saw Menaka in the sky and signalled his want to have a kid. Menaka appeared in the sky afterwards when he saw the child, telling him that she had given birth and that King Janaka had to adopt her. It is also believed that Maa Sita was King Janaka's own daughter, which goes contrary to what the original Valmiki Ramayana claims.
Two reincarnation traditions exist about the birth of Sita Devi:
1. According to several Ramayana accounts, Ravana attempted to harass Vedavati when she was performing penance with the intention of becoming Lord Vishnu's wife, destroying her innocence and her chaste form. Vedavati cursed Ravana, saying that she would die in a flames and reincarnate at a later period as the reason for Ravana's demise. It is believed that Maa Sita was the reincarnation of Vandavati. 

2.The other Manivati story follows a similar path, with Ravana being held harmless for disrupting Manivati's strict lifestyle. She promised to repay Ravana for this, and thereafter she became Ravana's daughter. But according to his astrologers, his daughter would be the reason for his downfall. In an attempt to get rid of the reincarnated Manivati, Ravana buried her at Mithila. However, farmers discovered her there, and King Janaka later adopted her and named her as Sita.

Different names of Mata Sita

Maa Sita is referred to by many titles. She is the bride of Lord Rama and the daughter of the King.
Janaka - The Sanskrit word for "seet" or furrow refers to Sita, who was found in a field in Mithila.
Janaki - It is frequently used for Maa Sita and signifies the daughter of King Janak.
Janakatmaja - The Sanskrit term "Atmaja" (meaning "part of the soul") refers to Sita Devi's father, Janak. Together, they signify a portion of Janak's soul.
Janaknandani- It refers to Janak's offspring. The term 'nandini' denotes a joyful person. Thus, the meaning of Janak Nandini is "the one who brought joy to King Janak."
Bhoomija and Bhoomiputri - denotes Earth's daughter Bhoomi.
Maithili translates to "Mithala's Princess."
Rma (Rama)- This refers to Rama's wife.
Vaidehi: King Janak, also known as Vaideh, was able to transcend physical consciousness and enter a state of transcendental meditation. Meant to be Janak's daughter, Vaidehi.
Maa Sita is also worshipped by the names Siya and Bhusuta.

Sita Navami Puja Vidhi

1 .Take a bath on the day of Sita Navami before the sun rises. While taking bath, recite the mantra honouring Holy Rivers,which is "Yamuna Cha Chaiva Ganga Cha Godavari Saraswati and Narmada Sindhu Kaveri Kuru Jalesmin Sannidhim" which means I call upon the divine waters of the Ganga, Yamuna, Godavari, Saraswati, Narmada, Sindhu, and Kaveri to be present in this water.
2. The fasting period on Sita Navami day should begin at sunrise. In order to stay hydrated,drink water throughout the day. You might eat a simple lunch consisting of milk, fruits, nuts, and dried fruits .You can break the fast (Parana) in the morning of the following day by drinking some water.
3. Worship Ram Sita together, at your home or in a temple with flowers, sandalwood and honey with pure heart and devotion.
4. It is auspicious to recite or hear the Sita Navami Vrat Katha prior to breaking the fast. Another option is to do a Rama Sita Puja (Ramayana Patha) with Vidvan Brahmins. It is a really suggested activity for today. You can also perform Yajna and Japa and Mantra Rama Puja. Ram Raksha Stotra, Ram mantra Japa, Ram Homa, Yajna, and Aarti are among them.
5. Wearing a Twelve Mukhi Rudraksha bead is suggested on this day, since Lord Rama rules over it. you on the inside.
6. Wearing these Rudraksha beads on this day will bolster your resolve and purify you on the inside