Purnima, the full moon day, holds profound spiritual and religious significance in Hinduism. Occurring once every month, Purnima is a day dedicated to worshiping Lord Vishnu and the deity Moon. For Hindus, it is one of the most revered days, marked by fasting, prayers, and a deep connection to the divine. This year, Bhadrapada Purnima falls today (September 17), and is a time of spiritual reflection.

Spiritual significance of Bhadrapada Purnima

Bhadrapada Purnima is a particularly auspicious occasion for the worship of Lord Vishnu and the Moon deity. It is believed to be a powerful day for manifesting desires and releasing past emotions to make way for new beginnings. Devotees consider it a sacred time to realign with spiritual goals, seek divine blessings and start afresh with a clear mind and heart.

Bhadrapada Purnima 2024: Dates and timings

  • Purnima Tithi Begins: September 17, 2024 – 11:44 AM
  • Purnima Tithi Ends: September 18, 2024 – 08:04 AM
  • Moonrise Timings: September 17, 2024 – 05:22 PM

Puja Rituals for Bhadrapada Purnima 2024

Observing the Purnima fast and performing specific rituals are central to the day’s significance. Here’s a step-by-step guide to conducting the Bhadrapada Purnima puja:

  1. Begin the day with a bath, symbolizing spiritual cleansing
  2. Take a solemn vow (sankalp) to observe the Satyanarayan fast, dedicating the day to devotion
  3. Thoroughly clean your home and puja space before placing the idols
  4. Set up an idol of Lord Satyanarayan, accompanied by the Shree Yantra (representing Goddess Lakshmi). Decorate the idol with a yellow flower garland, sweets, and offer Tulsi leaves, an essential offering for Lord Vishnu
  5. Chant Lord Vishnu’s mantras to invoke his presence and place a kalash (sacred pot) in front of the idol
  6. Before sunset, recite the story of Lord Satyanarayan to deepen your connection to the divine
  7. Prepare and offer Panchamrit and panjeeri as prasad, made with ghee-roasted wheat flour, sugar, and bananas
  8. Conclude the puja with aarti
  9. After completing the Vishnu puja, offer the kalash water to the Moon deity while chanting his mantras