As we approach the festival of Guru Purnima which is celebrated on the full moon day of the Hindu month of Ashadha, as per Panchang, let us know the date and Shubh Muhurat for this year and learn about the history behind this festival and its significance.
Guru Purnima 2024 Date And Time
The full moon day of the Ashadha month, as per the Hindu calendar, is spiritually very significant in India. This year, the Guru Purnima will be celebrated on July 21. It will beginat 05.57 amon July 21 andend at 07.09 pm.
Guru Purnima 2024 Shubh Muhurat
The Shubh Muhurat for puja on the day of Guru Purnima 2024 will begin at 07:19 am and end at 12:27 pm. Meanwhile, the Moon is expected to rise around 07:38 pm.
Guru Purnima 2024 History And Significance
On this day, people express gratitude and reverence towards their teachers and mentors who are called ‘Gurus’ in Hindi. The word ‘Guru’ is derived from the Sanskrit language which means the one who eliminates darkness and brings enlightenment.
According to the Hindu texts, this day is dedicated to Lord Shiva who is also known as the Aadi Guru as he was the first Guru who imparted the knowledge of yoga to the Saptarishis (the seven sages). Some people also honour Sage Vyasa on this day as he is believed to be one of the greatest Gurus of all time. Guru Vyasa is also responsible for authoring the Mahabharata and compiling the Vedas.
Meanwhile, as per Buddhism, Guru Purnima is the day when Lord Buddha gave his first sermon after attaining enlightenment, at Sarnath. The Buddhists offer prayers and practice meditation on this day.
According to Jainism, the festival of Guru Purnima is celebrated to pay respects to Lord Mahavira, the 24th Tirthankara. He is believed to be responsible for making Indrabhuti Gautam his first disciple or Ganadhara. His devotees express their devotion towards their Gurus on this day and seek their blessings.
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