Vaishakh Purnima 2025

Namaste, and welcome to Shri Mandir. Vaishakh Purnima is a sacred day dedicated to Lord Vishnu in his Satyanarayan form and Goddess Lakshmi. In this video, we will tell you about this auspicious date occurring in May, along with the muhurat (auspicious timings) and the Panchang (Hindu calendar details) of the day. According to the Hindu calendar, the full moon day (Purnima) of the Shukla Paksha (waxing phase of the moon) in the month of Vaishakh is known as Vaishakh Purnima. Our ancient scriptures emphasize the importance of observing fasts, going on pilgrimages, and donating to the needy on this day. Let’s find out when Vaishakh Purnima will occur in the year 2025: Vaishakh Purnima will be observed on Monday, May 12, 2025. The Purnima Tithi will begin on Sunday, May 11 at 08:01 PM and end on Monday, May 12 at 10:25 PM. Moonrise on the day of Purnima will be at 06:52 PM.

TEXT: Vaishakh Purnima – Monday, May 12, 2025 Shukla Purnima – Moonrise: 06:52 PM Purnima Tithi Begins: May 11, 2025 at 08:01 PM Purnima Tithi Ends: May 12, 2025 at 10:25 PM Dear friends! Vaishakh Purnima holds great significance in Sanatan Dharma (Hinduism). It is believed that taking a holy bath on this day bestows the merits equal to visiting many sacred pilgrimages. On this day, many devotees observe a fast to please Lord Satyanarayan and also perform the Satyanarayan Katha (ritualistic story recitation).

Throughout the day, various other auspicious timings will be as follows:

• Brahma Muhurat: 04:04 AM to 04:46 AM

• Morning Sandhya (prayer time): 04:25 AM to 05:28 AM

• Abhijit Muhurat: 11:46 AM to 12:40 PM

• Vijay Muhurat: 02:28 PM to 03:22 PM

• Godhuli Muhurat (dusk time): 06:57 PM to 07:18 PM

• Evening Sandhya: 06:58 PM to 08:01 PM

• Amrit Kaal: 11:18 PM to 01:05 AM (May 13)

• Nishita Muhurat (midnight time): 11:52 PM to 12:34 AM (May 13)

• Ravi Yoga: 05:28 AM to 06:17 AM

So, this was the complete information about the date and auspicious timings of Vaishakh Purnima.

The Purnima (full moon) that falls in the month of Vaishakh holds great significance in Hinduism. On this day, many devotees worship Lord Satyanarayan with full devotion and observe fasts in His honor.

Let’s find out: What is Vaishakh Purnima? Why is Vaishakh Purnima important?

What is Vaishakh Purnima?

According to the Hindu calendar, Vaishakh is the second month of the year, and the last day of this month is known as Vaishakh Purnima. This day is considered highly sacred from a religious perspective. It is also the birth anniversary of Lord Gautam Buddha, which is why it is also celebrated as Buddha Purnima.

Why is Vaishakh Purnima important?

The date of Vaishakh Purnima is dedicated to Lord Satyanarayan. Therefore, it is customary to bathe early in the morning and perform His worship on this day. Goddess Lakshmi is also worshipped with rituals and devotion. Most devotees observe a fast and listen to the Satyanarayan Katha (spiritual narration). Doing so is believed to attract the blessings of Lord Lakshmi-Narayan upon the family. Fasting, worship, and acts of charity performed on Vaishakh Purnima are believed to free a person from the sins of past lives. Even if you cannot fast for some reason, it is highly recommended to donate food. Even a small act of charity on Vaishakh Purnima is said to bring eternal blessings. It is believed that offering Arghya (sacred water) to the moon at night on Vaishakh Purnima leads to growth in wealth and prosperity in the household.

In Hinduism, the Purnima (Full Moon) date is considered extremely significant. On this day, rituals like bathing, charity, worship of Lord Vishnu, and offering oblations to ancestors (tarpan) are prescribed. It is believed that bathing in the Ganga and performing proper rituals on this Purnima blesses the devotee with multiplied spiritual merit.

Learn in detail about the preparations and procedure of Purnima Puja:

Preparations before the Puja: On this day, wake up during Brahma Muhurat and complete your daily cleansing rituals. While bathing in the Ganges holds special importance on Purnima, if that’s not possible, you may bathe in any sacred river or water body. If even that is not possible, then at home, mix Ganga water (Gangajal) in your bathwater and bathe. After bathing in the morning, offer Arghya (water offering) to the Sun God and take a vow for the fast.

Procedure to Worship Lord Vishnu on Purnima: Purnima is especially dedicated to the worship of Lord Vishnu and Goddess Lakshmi.

1. First, place a wooden platform (chowki) facing east and spread a yellow cloth on it.

2. Sprinkle Gangajal on the platform to purify the space.

3. Place some rice grains as a sacred seat (asana) and install the idols or pictures of Lord Vishnu, Goddess Lakshmi, and Lord Ganesha.

4. Take some water from the Kalash (sacred pot) with a flower and sprinkle it over the deities as a symbolic bath.

5. Light a diya (lamp) on the right side of the chowki (your left).

6. Chant “Om Namo Bhagavate Vasudevaya Namah” while sipping water for internal purification (achaman).

7. Start the puja with Lord Ganesha, applying turmeric and roli tilak, and offer sacred thread (janeu), red flowers, and grass (durva).

8. Then, apply turmeric-sandal paste to Lord Vishnu and kumkum-turmeric to Goddess Lakshmi.

9. Offer rice grains (akshat) to all the deities.

10. Offer janeu, flowers, and a garland to Lord Vishnu.

11. To Goddess Lakshmi, offer a lotus flower, garland, sacred thread (mauli), and symbols of marital bliss (suhag items).

12. Light incense sticks on the chowki.

13. For bhog (offering), present panchamrit, panjiri, bananas, other fruits, and sweets to both deities—ensure to include Tulsi leaves for Lord Vishnu.

14. Offer sweets and fruits to Lord Ganesha as well, but do not offer Tulsi to Him.

15. Along with the offerings, also offer dakshina (money) to the deities.

Purnima (Full Moon Day) holds great religious significance. Bathing and giving in charity on this day are considered highly meritorious and capable of granting liberation (moksha) to the soul. So today, let’s understand in detail the importance and benefits of bathing and charity on Purnima.

Let's begin with the significance of bathing:

In Hinduism, bathing at holy pilgrimage sites (teerth snaan) is considered extremely auspicious. Bathing in the Ganga on Purnima is believed to cleanse one of sins from many lifetimes. Those who bathe in the Ganges on this day receive the special blessings of Lord Vishnu and Goddess Lakshmi.

Simple bathing alternatives: If you cannot bathe in the Ganga on Purnima, you may still earn spiritual merit by bathing in another sacred river or at a holy ghat. If even that isn’t possible, then mix Gangajal (Ganga water) in your bath at home and bathe with reverence. After bathing, offer Arghya (water) to the Sun God, which will earn you merit equal to a pilgrimage bath.

Benefits: Bathing on Purnima pleases Lord Vishnu. It frees you from negative karmas, removes life obstacles, and grants a place in Vaikuntha (the abode of Vishnu) after death.

Now let’s talk about the importance of charity on Purnima:

Giving in charity on this day brings immeasurable spiritual merit. Especially when given to the poor and needy, it pleases Lord Vishnu, the compassionate Lord of the humble, and earns you the blessings of those in need. Hence, on Purnima, make sure to donate items such as clothes, food, ghee, jaggery, and fruits. Simple charity tip: On Purnima, donate any useful item according to the specific needs of a person in need. Benefits: Charity on Purnima not only uplifts a poor soul, but also frees you from worldly attachments. With the special blessings of Lord Vishnu and Goddess Lakshmi, your home will be filled with prosperity, peace, and abundance.

Purnima (Full Moon Day) is a sacred date on which a person can eliminate the effects of past sins through acts like holy bathing, charity, chanting, and penance. It is also a day that can bring prosperity and happiness to one’s life. Beyond these, there are several incredible benefits one can gain on this auspicious day. Let’s explore them one by one:

Benefit 1 – Happiness, Fortune, and Blessings of Children By donating to a Brahmin or a needy person on Purnima, Lord Vishnu becomes highly pleased. In return, the devotee receives His divine blessings in the form of happiness, marital bliss, wealth, and the joy of children. Benefit 2 – Abundance of Wealth and Grains On this day, offering lamps (deep daan) on the banks of the Ganga River pleases Goddess Lakshmi, who blesses the devotee with abundant wealth and resources. Benefit 3 – Relief from Incurable Diseases Worshipping the Moon on the night of Purnima helps to remove Chandra Dosha (lunar afflictions). Offering kheer (sweet rice pudding) to the Moon God brings His special blessings, which in turn provide relief from financial distress and chronic illnesses. Benefit 4 – Protection from Evil Spirits It is believed that worshiping both Lord Vishnu and Lord Hanuman on Purnima fulfills all the desires of the devotee and removes the influence of negative energies and evil spirits from their surroundings. Benefit 5 – Blessings from Ancestors Performing tarpan (ritual offerings) on Purnima for ancestral peace by donating sesame, blankets, cotton, jaggery, ghee, and fruits at the Ganga bank brings their blessings. This ensures peace and harmony in life.