2025 Purnima Calendar
Timings calculated for New Delhi
Paush Purnima
Devotees take holy river baths to begin Magh Snan; believed to wash away sins and invite blessings for health and prosperity.
Magha Purnima
Concluding bath of Magh Mela; charity on this day brings great spiritual merit.
Holi (Phalguna Purnima)
Celebrated as Holi — the triumph of devotion; a day of joy, letting go, and spiritual renewal.
Chaitra Purnima
Hanuman Jayanti; devotees perform Satyanarayan Puja for family harmony and well-being.
Buddha Purnima
Birth, enlightenment, and nirvana of Lord Buddha; prayer, meditation, and compassion.
Jyeshtha Purnima
Vat Savitri Vrat observed for long life and protection of the husband; devotion of Savitri is remembered.
Guru Purnima
Honoring spiritual Gurus and teachers; gratitude and recommitment to wisdom and self-realization.
Raksha Bandhan (Shravana Purnima)
Sisters tie Rakhi for protection; Brahmins perform Upakarma to renew the sacred thread.
Bhadrapada Purnima
Satyanarayan Puja and charity; prosperity; preparation for Anant Chaturdashi next day.
Sharad Purnima (Kojagari Purnima)
Worship Goddess Lakshmi; full-moon vigil believed to shower health and abundance.
Kartika Purnima
Dev Deepawali — lamps and sacred baths; believed to liberate from sins.
Margashirsha Purnima
Dedicated to Lord Dattatreya and Goddess Annapurna; prayers for wisdom and prosperity in food.
About Purnima
Purnima, the Full Moon day, is considered highly auspicious for vrata, meditation, and charity. This page lists full moon dates and local timings for your selected city and year.
Full Moon symbolizes completeness, clarity, and spiritual illumination.
Common practices include fasting, meditation, mantra japa, and charity.
All timings are computed per city timezone via our accurate lunar calculations.
"Purnima is the day of divine grace"
The ancient scriptures state that observing Purnima with devotion grants the same merit as performing thousands of sacrifices and pilgrimages.
Traditions and Observance
Purnima is traditionally observed with purity, charity, and contemplation. Many devotees fast, read sacred texts, and perform Satyanarayan puja or offer prayers to the Moon. Below are concise guidelines you can follow as per family tradition.
- Observe fast or take a simple sattvic diet; break fast after moonrise where applicable
- Maintain purity of speech and thought; avoid anger and harshness
- Offer water, milk, or white sweets to the Moon in the evening
- Chant mantras (e.g., Om Namo Narayanaya, Om Namah Shivaya, Chandra mantra)
- Read or listen to Satyanarayan Katha where customary
- Do charity of white food, rice, or clothing as feasible
- Pray for family well-being and emotional harmony
- Respect local calendars for moonrise timing and observance details
- Consult elders or priests for specific rites when needed
Important Reminder
Always consult with your spiritual guide or family traditions for specific observance practices. The timings may vary based on your location and local customs. Listen to your body and practice with devotion rather than mere ritual.