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Sharad Purnima: India's Holistic Celebration of Nature, Devotion, and Divine Love
6 Oct
Summary
- Brightest full moon of the year, symbolizing completeness and divine energy
- Rituals and fasting believed to cleanse the soul and attract positive energy
- Diverse regional celebrations, from Raas Purnima in Braj to Kojagara Purnima in Bengal
On October 6, 2025, Hindus across India will celebrate Sharad Purnima, one of the most auspicious full moon days in the Hindu calendar. This sacred night marks the brightest full moon of the year, when devotees believe the moon shines with all sixteen Kala(s), symbolizing completeness, prosperity, and divine energy.
According to Hindu beliefs, the moon on this night possesses special healing properties, and observing the moonlight or preparing food under its glow is considered spiritually purifying and beneficial for health. Devotees will perform special pujas, offer prayers to Lord Chandra, and observe fasts, seeking to cleanse their souls and attract positive energy.
Across India, Sharad Purnima is celebrated in diverse ways. In the Braj region of Uttar Pradesh, it is known as Raas Purnima, commemorating the divine dance of love between Lord Krishna and the Gopis of Vrindavan. In Gujarat, the festival is celebrated as Sharad Poonam, with night-long garba and dandiya celebrations. In Bengal, Odisha, and Bihar, it is observed as Kojagara Purnima, with devotees staying awake to worship Goddess Lakshmi.
Regardless of the regional variations, Sharad Purnima is a time of spiritual rejuvenation, celebrating the union of devotion, nature, and divine love. On this night of celestial radiance, devotees find joy in music, prayer, and the healing light of the full moon.
