Purnima holds great religious and spiritual significance in the Hindu religion. Considered the most revered day for Hindus, this day is dedicated to worshipping Lord Vishnu and deity Moon. Hindus observe fast from dawn to dusk on this auspicious day and offer prayers to Lord Vishnu and Moon God. Occurring every month, the full moon night of this month is called Bhadrapada Purnima. Also known as Purnima September, this day marks the full moon in the Bhadrapada month of the Hindu calendar. Bhadrapada Purnima 2024 falls on September 17 and is a time of spiritual reflection. In this article, we’ll learn about Bhadrapada Purnima 2024 date and time, its significance and rituals.

Bhadrapada Purnima 2024 Date and Time

Bhadrapada Purnima 2024 falls on September 17. Purnima tithi begins at 11:44 AM on September 17 and ends at 08:04 AM on September 18.

Bhadrapada Purnima Significance

Bhadrapada Purnima holds immense religious and spiritual significance as it symbolises the culmination of the Bhadrapada month and the beginning of the Pitru Paksha. Pitru Paksha is a 15-day period devoted to honouring ancestors through rituals and offerings, seeking their blessings. It is believed that performing religious rituals on this day helps alleviate ancestral suffering and bring peace and prosperity to the family.

Also, many devotees observe the day by offering prayers to Lord Vishnu, particularly in the form of Lord Satyanarayana. It is said that when performing Satyanarayan Puja, devotees are blessed with happiness, success, and prosperity.

Bhadrapada Purnima Rituals

Devotees observe many rituals on this day, and these include:

  • Devotees observe a day-long fast, refraining from consuming food or water until the rituals are complete.

  • Devotees worship Lord Vishnu and offer food, flowers, and incense during the puja. Special prayers are chanted, and offerings are made to please the deities.

  • Set up an idol of Lord Satyanarayan along with Shree Yantra (representing Goddess Lakshmi). Decorate the idol with a yellow flower garland, sweets, and Tulsi leaves, an essential offering for Lord Vishnu.

  • Recite Satyanaraya Vrat Katha anytime before sunset.

  • Prepare and offer Panchamrit and panjeeri as prasad, made with ghee-roasted wheat flour, sugar, and bananas.

Satyanarayan Vrat Katha

Bhadrapada Purnima marks a spiritually enriching time for devotees as it is associated with personal upliftment and a deep connection with ancestral traditions. It marks the start of a profoundly spiritual period for Hindus, leading into Pitru Paksha, when honouring one's ancestors becomes the primary focus. Through rituals, prayers, and offerings, devotees seek the blessings of Lord Vishnu and their forefathers for a prosperous and peaceful life.

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