In Hinduism, the day of the full moon (Purnima) is considered highly auspicious and fruitful. Celebrated on the last date of the Shukla Paksha (bright fortnight) of each month, Purnima is a prime opportunity for spiritual advancement, charity, and seeking the grace of Lord Vishnu and Goddess Lakshmi. The Ashadha Purnima not only signals a seasonal change but is also an extremely auspicious day for Guru Purnima, Ved Vyasa Jayanti, and observing fasts and making donations. In 2025, this festival is arriving with a special conjunction.
Ashadha Purnima 2025: Accurate Date and Panchang Details
According to the Panchang, the Ashadha Purnima Tithi will begin on July 10, 2025, at 01:36 AM and will conclude on July 11, 2025, at 02:06 AM. However, since the Udaya Tithi (sunrise tithi) is recognized in Hinduism, the Ashadha Purnima festival will be celebrated on July 10, 2025 (Thursday).
Auspicious Muhurats and Puja Timings
The following Muhurats are considered excellent for the worship of Lord Vishnu and Goddess Lakshmi on this day:
- Brahma Muhurat: 04:10 AM to 04:50 AM
- Vijaya Muhurat: 02:45 PM to 03:40 PM
- Godhuli Muhurat: 07:21 PM to 07:41 PM
- Nishita Kaal: 12:06 AM to 12:47 AM
Performing rituals, fasting, and chanting mantras during these times yield special benefits.
Religious Significance of Ashadha Purnima
The day of Ashadha Purnima is considered very special religiously. On this day, people take a holy dip in sacred rivers like the Ganga, Yamuna, or at any pilgrimage site, seeking liberation from their sins. Afterwards, they worship Lord Vishnu and Goddess Lakshmi and pray for happiness and prosperity. Fasting, making donations, and performing Japa (chanting) also hold special significance on this day, bringing positive energy and peace into life. Additionally, this day is celebrated as Guru Purnima, when people pay respect to their Guru or teacher and seek their blessings for guidance in life.
Puja Vidhi: How to Perform Puja on Ashadha Purnima?
- Take a bath early in the morning and wear clean clothes.
- Worship Lord Vishnu and Goddess Lakshmi with holy water, flowers, incense, lamps, and offerings.
- Offer Tulsi leaves, yellow flowers, a ghee lamp, and Panchamrit (a mixture of five ingredients: milk, curd, ghee, honey, and sugar).
- Recite the Vishnu Sahasranama or Shri Lakshmi Stotram during the puja.
- After the puja, donate food, clothes, and money to the poor.
Special Donations to Make on This Day
Making donations on Ashadha Purnima holds special significance. It is believed that a person who donates with a sincere heart on this day is blessed with the permanent abode of Goddess Lakshmi in their life.
What to Donate:
- Food grains, rice, ghee, jaggery
- Milk, curd, white clothes
- Water-filled pots, umbrellas, fruits
- Food and Dakshina (offerings) to Brahmins
Specifically, donating milk and silver is believed to end poverty in a person's life.
Mantras to Chant to Please Goddess Lakshmi
1. Lakshmi Stuti Mantra:
'Ya Raktambujavaasini Vilaasini Chandranshu Tejashvini.
Ya Rakta Rudhirambara Harisakhhi Ya Shri Manolhadini..
Ya Ratnakaramathanatpraghatita Vishnosvaya Gehini.
Sa Maam Paatu Manoram Bhgvati Lakshmishcha Padmavati..'
2. Dhan Prapti Mantra (Mantra for Wealth):
'Om Shreem Hreem Kleem Tribhuvan Mahalakshmyai
Asmaakam Daaridrya Nashay, Prachuram Dhanam Dehi Dehi Kleem Hreem Shreem Om..'
3. Lakshmi Gayatri Mantra:
'Om Shri Mahalakshmyai Cha Vidmahe
Vishnu Patnyai Cha Dheemahi
Tanno Lakshmi Prachodayat Om..'
Special Conjunction of Ashadha Purnima and Guru Purnima
In the year 2025, Ashadha Purnima and Guru Purnima will be celebrated on the same day, July 10, which is a very auspicious coincidence. This day not only holds significance for the worship of Lord Vishnu and Goddess Lakshmi but is also celebrated as Guru Purnima, which is famous as the birthday of Lord Vedavyasa. This day is considered the most excellent opportunity to express reverence to one's Guru, seek their blessings, and receive guidance in life. Puja and Sadhana on this day lead to spiritual development and peace of mind.
The festival of Ashadha Purnima is a symbol of spirituality, devotion, and traditions. Worshiping Lord Vishnu and Goddess Lakshmi on this day brings happiness and prosperity into life, while it is also a special occasion to express reverence and gratitude towards the Guru in the form of Guru Purnima. Fasting, bathing, and making donations lead to the destruction of sins and the attainment of virtue.
