Guru Purnima 2024: Know It’s Date, Time, Significance And Rituals
Guru Purnima 2024: Guru Purnima, the day dedicated to our Gurus and teachers, is the one to praise and respect them for all the teachings they have provided to us. Teachers from generations to generations have given us knowledge and the day of Guru Purnima is to thank them for everything. This festival is celebrated in various countries like India, Bhutan, and Nepal. Hindu, Buddhists, and Jains celebrate it with great joy and enthusiasm.
On this day, devotees pray to God, by performing various rituals by which they take their Guru’s blessings. In the Hindu Culture, we consider Guru as our Lord. The knowledge provided by them is divine, and to honour them is the purest thing in the world.
In this blog we will know about Guru Purnima 2024, and when it is falling this year. Along with this, let’s discuss the significance as well as rituals of Guru Purnima.
Guru Purnima 2024
The two words Guru Purnima has a very significant meaning on its own. Guru means the teacher, and Purnima means full moon. He is the one who helps in the knowledge of the person and enlightening their lives with success and achievements. Guru also means remover of the darkness which means that he removes darkness and fills the life of his students with lights.
Guru Purnima is also known by the name of Vyasa Purnima because Veds Vyasa birth date falls on this day. He has written Mahabharata, which is the great hindu epic.
Guru Purnima is not only limited to the Gurus who are human. Most of the devotees pray to Lord Shiva on this day. Lord Shiva is the one who resembles transformation and destruction. Praying him on Guru Purnima can bring growth in one’s life.
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| Name of Puja | Temple (Place) |
| Rin Mukti Puja | Rin Mukteshwar Mahadev Temple (Ujjain) |
| Mata Kamakhya Mahapuja | Mata Kamakhya Shakti Peeth (Guwahati) |
| Shani Sade Sati | Shani Shingnapur Devsthanam ,Maharashtra |
| Shri Lakshmi Kuber Mahayagya Aur Rudrabhishek | Jageshwar Kuber Mandir,Almora, Uttrakhand |
| Rahu Grah Shanti Puja | Jarkutinatheshwar Mahadev Temple,Prayagraj |
| Sundarkand Path with Anup Jalota | Ayodhya Dham,Uttar Pradesh |
Guru Purnima Date And Time (When Is Guru Purnima)
The festival of Guru Purnima falls in the month of Ashadha, i.e, between June and July on the full moon day. This year, Guru Purnima, the essential festival of spirituality and Gurus, is falling on the 21st July, 2024. The Purnima Tithi, known for its full moon day, will start at 05:59 PM on July 20, 2024, and will remain till 03:46 PM on July 21, 2024.
Follow the below mentioned schedule for Guru Purnima.
| Name Of Festival | Guru Purnima |
| Day | Ashadha Purnima |
| Guru Purnima Date 2024 | 21st July, 2024. |
| Purnima Tithi Beginning Time | 05:59 PM on July 20, 2024 |
| Purnima Tithi Ending Time | 03:46 PM on July 21, 2024 |
Significance Of Guru Purnima (Why Guru Purnima Is Celebrated)
The festival of Guru Purnima is the one which defines the bond between a Guru and his student. Gurus are often the one who guides and gives mentorship to make one become successful in their life. Their guidance, support, and faith helps in removing the difficulties from life and provides spiritual growth.
The importance of this day lies in understanding what sacrifices a Guru has made for their students. Praying to your Guru and seeking their blessings will help you in attaining positivity in your life. The phrase “Tamaso Ma Jyotirgamaya” itself says the one who leads to light. Therefore, your Guru is the one who guides you through all the things in your life.
What To Do On Guru Purnima? (Guru Purnima Rituals)
Different religions follow different rituals on Guru Purnima. Let’s discuss each in detail.
Guru Purnima in Hinduism
In Hindu religion, devotees chant the Maha Guru mantras to seek blessings from their Guru. by singing bhajans, they also read the Guru Geeta. After this, they distribute ”charanamrutha” in the form of prasad.
In ashrams, the charan padukas of Gurus are praised. It is believed that they are of Ved Vyasa ji. Most of the students give Guru Dakshina to seek the divine blessings from their Guru.
Guru Purnima in Buddhism
The Buddhists conduct a ritual of Uposatha. In this ritual, they praise the eight teachings of the Lord Buddha on Guru Purnima. Most of the monks perform meditation.
Guru Purnima Wishes
Wishing you a Guru Purnima filled with love, gratitude, and profound wisdom. Happy Guru Purnima!
May this auspicious day deepen your bond with your guru and fill your life with peace and enlightenment. Happy Guru Purnima!
On this day, I pray that your life is blessed with the divine presence of a wise and compassionate guru. Happy Guru Purnima!
On this auspicious day, may you find the true meaning of life and experience the bliss of self-realisation. Happy Guru Purnima!
May the blessings of your guru be with you always, guiding you towards the path of wisdom and righteousness. Happy Guru Purnima!
Guru Purnima Mantra
Om Brihaspate Ati Yadaryo Arhad Dyuma Vibhati Kratumajjaneshu।
Ydidayacdavas Ritprajat Tadasmasu Dravinam Dhehi Chitram”।।
Om Angiro Jatay Vidmahe Vachaspataye Dhimahi Tanno Guru Prachodayat।।
Om Shri Vishnave Ch Vidmahe Vasudevay Dhimahi।
Tanno Vishnu Prachodayat॥
Shantaakaram Bhujagashayanam Padmanabham Suresham Vishvaadharam Gaganasadrsham Megha Varnam Shubhangam। Lakshmikantam Kamalanayanam Yogibhirdhyanagamyam Vande Vishnum Bhavabhayaharam Sarvalokaikanatham॥
Om Shri Mahalakshmyai Ch Vidmahe Vishnu Patnyai Ch Dhimahi Tanno Lakshmi Prachodayat Om॥
Om Aim Shrim Mahalakshmyai Kamal Dharinyai Garood Vahinyai Shrim Aim Namah II
Frequently Asked Questions
How do you wish happy Guru Purnima?
On this auspicious day, may you find the true meaning of life and experience the bliss of self-realisation. Happy Guru Purnima!
May the blessings of your guru be with you always, guiding you towards the path of wisdom and righteousness. Happy Guru Purnima!
What to do on Guru Purnima?
On this day, devotees pray to God, by performing various rituals by which they take their Guru’s blessings. In the Hindu Culture, we consider Guru as our Lord. The knowledge by them is considered divine, and to honour them is the purest thing in the world.
When Is Guru Purnima in 2024?
This year, Guru Purnima, the essential festival of spirituality and Gurus, is falling on the 21st July, 2024. The Purnima Tithi, known for its full moon day, will start at 05:59 PM on July 20, 2024, and will remain till 03:46 PM on July 21, 2024.
Why Guru Purnima Is Celebrated?
The festival of Guru Purnima is the one which defines the bond between a Guru and his student. Gurus are the one who guides and gives mentorship to make one become successful in their life. Their guidance, support, and faith helps in removing the difficulties from life and provides spiritual growth.
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