Purnima Vrat

Purnima Vrat Embracing the Divine Radiance of the Full Moon Spiritual Significance of Purnima Purnima represents the culmination of the lunar cycle, where the moon shines with 16 Kalas (attributes). In Hindu culture, it is the Tithi of abundance, symbolizing the removal of mental darkness and the attainment of spiritual fullness. Major Purnima Festivals Paush Purnima: Marks the beginning of Magh Snan and the end of Shakambhari Navratri. Magha Purnima: A day for holy dips in the Sangam; associated with charity and ancestors. Holi (Phalguna): The victory of good over evil, celebrated with the Holika Dahan bonfire. Hanuman Jayanti (Chaitra): Commemorating the appearance of the Vayu-putra, Lord Hanuman. Buddha Purnima (Vaisakha): Birth, Enlightenment, and Parinirvana of Gautama Buddha. Vat Purnima (Jyeshtha): Women pray for their husbands' longevity by tying threads around a Banyan tree. Ashadha Purnima: Guru Purnima—a day to honor the lineage of spiritual masters and teachers. Raksha Bandhan (Sh…