Purnima: A list of all Vrat dates in 2024 2023

Purnima

The full moon, or Purnima, has inspired numerous folktales, poems, and astronomical significance around the world. The full moon day, or Purnima, is revered in Hinduism and is commonly seen as a sign of prosperity, richness, and fullness. According to the Hindu lunar calendar, Purnima, also known as Poornima, is a full moon day that happens at least once per month. The full moon day, which is seen as a benevolent and fortunate occurrence, coincides with a number of Hindu festivities in the panchang calendar.

It also signifies the conclusion of the Hindu month according to the Purnimanta calendar. Depending on the location and the moon's phases, it is also known as Pournami, Pournima, and Puranmasi.

At Namo Astro, you can easily get all the appropriate information on the "full moon tonight," "next full moon," and "moon cycle."

Importance Of Purnima

The Hindu holiday of Purnima is very important. Purnima, therefore, falls on significant occasions over the course of a year, as most of the festivals and dharmik anushthans usually fall on the day of Purnima.

The moon is in its full splendour and represents the lifting of darkness on a full moon day.

Usually, devotees perform Satyanarayan puja on this day.

Some of the Sanatan Hindu deities and Avatars are believed to have been born on this day.

Festivals Falling On Purnima In Different Months

Magha Purnima
The day of the full moon that falls during the month of Magh is known as Maghi Purnima, also called Magha Purnima. Every twelve years during this auspicious time, the Kumbh Mela is held.

Holi/Dol Purnima
Holi takes place in Phalguna, which is the start of spring. It is widely referred to as the "festival of colours" and is observed for two days. The majority of India and Nepal observe it. Rangwali Holi is celebrated the night before Holika Dahan (Dulhandi).

Hanuman Jayanti
In the Chaitra month, Hanuman Jayanti is observed on a full moon day. On this day, Hanuman also referred to as the Vanara Deity was born. The day of Hanuman Jayanti is celebrated as his birthday.

Buddha Purnima
As the birth anniversary of Gautama Buddha, whose birth name was Siddhartha Gautama, it occurs in the month of Vaishakh. His birth is commemorated in India, Nepal, and South-East Asia as a spiritual leader who created Buddhism.

Guru Purnima
Hindus pay homage to Ved Vyasa on Guru Purnima Day. In ancient India, Ved Vyasa is regarded as the most revered Guru. He created the revered Hindu literature known as the Puranas, the four Vedas, and the epic Mahabharata.

Vat Purnima
It is also known as Jyeshtha Purnima and is one of the most fortunate Hindu tithis (dates). It occurs in the month of Jyeshtha. Married women observe the vrat in hopes of extending their husbands' lives and having a happy marriage.

Ashadha Purnima This day honouring the Guru is observed on Purnima. Every year, the Rath Yatra takes place during the Ashadha month.

Rakhi Purnima
In the month of Shravan, people celebrate Raksha Bandhan. In essence, a rakhi is a sacred thread of protection that represents the sister's love and affection for her brother.

Sharad Purnima
Goddess Lakshmi is honoured on Sharad Purnima, also known as Kojagari Purnima or Kaumudi Vrat. On this day, Goddess Lakshmi is said to have arrived as the ocean was being stirred. According to experts, properly honouring the mother provides happiness, prosperity, and money.

Kartika Purnima
Kartika Purnima is observed as an auspicious day by Hindus, Sikhs and Jains. On this day, devotees take holy baths and worship Bhagwan Vishnu and Maa Lakshmi after taking a bath. On the day of Kartik Purnima, Lord Shiva used a single arrow to kill Tripurasur, ending his dominion. Devatas rejoiced upon hearing this and started celebrating this day as Dev Deepavali or Diwali for the gods.

Jains celebrate it by visiting Palitana a Jain pilgrimage centre. The First Guru of the Sikhs, Sri Guru Nanak Dev was born on this day, therefore, celebrated as Gurupurab or Prakash Parva by the Sikh community.

Paush Purnima
A notable day in the Hindu calendar is called Paush Purnima. According to the English calendar, it is observed between the months of December and January. Hindu believers bathe in holy water at the Prayag Sangam on this day (the confluence of Rivers Ganga, Yamuna, and Saraswati). It is thought that doing so cleanses a person of their faults and brings about "moksha," or salvation.

Purnima Puja And Fasting

• Get up early and take a bath before the sun rises.
• On this day, you might worship either Lord Shiva or Lord Vishnu.
• It is best to refrain from eating anything throughout the day.
• Sunrise marks the beginning of the fast, which lasts until the moon is visible.