Guru Purnima is a Hindu festival dedicated to honouring teachers and spiritual guides. The auspicious day is celebrated on the full moon day (Purnima) in the Hindu month of Ashadha (June-July), which holds immense significance in various cultures, particularly in Hinduism, Buddhism, and Jainism. This festival is a time for expressing gratitude to those who have illuminated one's path with knowledge and wisdom. Here's everything you need to know about Guru Purnima's significance and rituals.
About Guru Purnima
Gur Purnima is a day to remember and appreciate the role of teachers, both academic and spiritual in one's life. It is a day for paying homage to one's guru or spiritual guide, seeking their blessings, and reflecting on their teachings. The festival is also known as Vyasa Purnima, as it marks the birth anniversary of the sage Ved Vyasa.
Date and muhurat of Guru Purnima
Guru Purnima is also known as Vyasa Puja. It is a Hindu festival that marks the birth anniversary of sage Ved Vyasa. According to the Drik Panchang website, it will be observed on Thursday, 10, 2025.
Purnima Tithi Begins: 01:36 AM on Jul 10, 2025
Purnima Tithi Ends: 02:06 AM on Jul 11, 2025
Who was Ved Vyasa?
Ved Vyasa was a revered sage in Hinduism who is also considered a divine figure and is known as Krishna Dwaipayana. Vyasa is known as the one who arranged the vast body of Vedic knowledge into four separate collections: Rigveda, Samaveda, Yajurveda, and Atharvaveda. He has also written the epic Mahabharata.
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Rituals of Guru Purnima
On this auspicious day, one should wake up early and take a bath before sunrise. Seek blessings from gurus, offer prayers, and give any gift in the form of guru dakshina. If possible, touch their feet to show respect and receive blessings. If a visit isn't feasible, a phone call or message expressing gratitude is also appropriate. On this day, one should also perform charity and take time for self-reflection and meditation to deepen your understanding of your guru's teachings.
