Paush Purnima 2025: Details and Significance-January
Paush Purnima holds immense religious importance in Hinduism. It marks the beginning of the Magh Mela, a significant event for spiritual seekers, particularly in Prayagraj (Allahabad). Devotees believe that bathing in sacred rivers like the Ganges on this day purifies the soul and absolves sins. Rituals like worshipping Lord Vishnu, fasting, and charity bring peace, prosperity, and blessings from deities
Date and Timings:
Paush Purnima in 2025 will begin on January 13, 2025, at 02:25 AM and end on January 14, 2025, at 03:37 AM
By: Team BookMyPooja
- 2024-12-23
Rituals:
- Holy Bathing: Devotees take early morning baths in holy rivers, seeking divine blessings.
- Worship: Lord Vishnu and the Sun God are venerated with prayers, lighting of ghee lamps, and offerings of Arghya (water).
- Charity: Donations of sesame seeds, jaggery, blankets, and woolen clothes to the needy are common practices.
- Fasting: Observing a vrat (fast) is believed to invoke the blessings of Goddess Lakshmi and bring abundance to the household.
- Moon Worship: Special mantras are chanted to honor the Moon and seek fulfillment of wishes
Legends and Stories:
A mythological tale involves a Brahmin named Dhaneshwar, who was childless but gained the happiness of parenthood after observing fasts on 32 full moon days as advised by a Yogi. This underscores the belief in Paush Purnima's ability to fulfill wishes.
Another story narrates the divine intervention of Goddess Shakambhari, who ended a century-long drought and brought life back to the earth, highlighting the nurturing and restorative powers celebrated on this day
If you’re planning to observe this auspicious day, participation in rituals like Pushyabhishek Yatra in Krishna temples or donating to Brahmins and the needy can enhance spiritual merit. Let me know if you'd like more guidance on specific puja vidhi!
If you’re planning to observe this auspicious day, participation in rituals like donating to Brahmins and the needy can enhance spiritual merit. For those looking to perform the Satyanarayan Puja on Paush Purnima, BookMyPooja can assist in organizing the puja, ensuring all rituals are carried out with precision and devotion. Let me know if you'd like more guidance on specific puja vidhi!
