Guru Purnima – 24th July

Every year, on the full moon day in the Hindu month of Ashadha, the auspicious festival of Guru Purnima is celebrated. This year, Guru Purnima will be celebrated on 24th July. It is a day dedicated to honoring and paying gratitude to our spiritual teachers or gurus. Also known as Vyasa Purnima, it marks the birth anniversary of Veda Vyasa, the author and one of the greatest gurus of Hinduism.

Guru Purnima is celebrated with great zeal and enthusiasm all over India. People from different walks of life come together to pay homage to their gurus and seek their blessings. Let’s take a closer look at the significance of this festival and how it is celebrated.

The Significance of Guru Purnima

The word ‘Guru’ is derived from Sanskrit and means ‘the one who dispels the darkness of ignorance’. A guru is considered the most important person in one’s life as they guide and enlighten us with their knowledge and wisdom. Guru Purnima is a day to acknowledge and appreciate this guidance.

According to Hindu mythology, on this day, Veda Vyas was born to sage Parashara and Satyavati. Veda Vyas is known for his contribution to Hinduism by dividing the Vedic knowledge into four parts – Rig, Sama, Yajur, and Atharva. Therefore, this day is also known as Vyasa Purnima to commemorate the birth of this great guru.

How is Guru Purnima Celebrated?

Guru Purnima is a significant festival in Hindu culture and is celebrated in various ways. People begin the day by waking up early and taking a ritual bath. They then offer prayers to their gurus and seek their blessings. Special pujas and rituals are performed in temples and ashrams dedicated to Veda Vyasa.

In schools and universities, students honor their teachers by presenting them with gifts and tokens of love and appreciation. It is also a common tradition to organize cultural programs that showcase the wisdom and teachings of gurus.

Furthermore, many people observe a day-long fast on Guru Purnima as a mark of respect for their gurus. They consume only fruits and milk during the day and break their fast in the evening after offering prayers and performing aarti.

The Spiritual Significance of Guru Purnima

In spiritual circles, Guru Purnima holds even greater significance. On this day, many people take a vow to live their lives according to the teachings and principles of their gurus. They also seek their blessings to progress further on their spiritual journey.

It is believed that the spiritual vibrations are at their highest on this day, making it the perfect time to meditate and connect with one’s inner self. Many spiritual organizations also conduct special satsangs and discourses on the importance of guru in one’s life.

Spread the Message of Love and Gratitude

Guru Purnima is not just a festival, it is an emotion. It is a day to express our love and gratitude towards our gurus who have played an important role in shaping our lives. Let’s make this Guru Purnima a memorable one by spreading the message of love, respect, and gratitude.

Guru Devo Bhava – May the guru be adored and revered as God!

Guru Purnima is celebrated every year on the full moon day in the Hindu month of Ashadha.

This year, Guru Purnima will be celebrated on 24th July.

It is a day dedicated to honoring and paying gratitude to our spiritual teachers or gurus.

It marks the birth anniversary of Veda Vyasa, the author and one of the greatest gurus of Hinduism.

People from different walks of life come together to pay homage to their gurus and seek their blessings.

The word ‘Guru’ is derived from Sanskrit and means ‘the one who dispels the darkness of ignorance’.

Guru Purnima is a day to acknowledge and appreciate this guidance.

According to Hindu mythology, on this day, Veda Vyas was born to sage Parashara and Satyavati.

Veda Vyas is known for his contribution to Hinduism by dividing the Vedic knowledge into four parts – Rig, Sama, Yajur, and Atharva.

People begin the day by waking up early and taking a ritual bath.

They then offer prayers to their gurus and seek their blessings.

Special pujas and rituals are performed in temples and ashrams dedicated to Veda Vyasa.

In schools and universities, students honor their teachers by presenting them with gifts and tokens of love and appreciation.

Furthermore, many people observe a day-long fast on Guru Purnima as a mark of respect for their gurus.

They consume only fruits and milk during the day and break their fast in the evening after offering prayers and performing aarti.

On this day, many people take a vow to live their lives according to the teachings and principles of their gurus.

It is believed that the spiritual vibrations are at their highest on this day, making it the perfect time to meditate and connect with one’s inner self.

Guru Purnima is not just a festival, it is an emotion.

Let’s make this Guru Purnima a memorable one by spreading the message of love, respect, and gratitude.

Guru Devo Bhava – May the guru be adored and revered as God!

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