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Meaning And Importance of Purnima

The word Purnima is derived from the Sanskrit words “Purna,” which means “Full,” and “Ma,” which means “Moon.” Thus, Purnima, in literal terms, is the day when the Full Moon appears. Like every year, it will start with Guru Purnima 2025 this year. This day marks the transition of a Yogi into a Guru who teaches people the path of righteousness.

Likewise, each Poornima day has a different significance every month. Hence, each next Purnima marks a day of fasting, feasting, and rituals for the Hindu people. The Purnima days, such as the Buddha Purnima 2025, signify the victory of light over darkness and represent the endless cycle of life, death, and rebirth.

Difference Between Purnima And Amavasya

Devotees must keep a note of Poornima this month and the upcoming ones to carry out auspicious rituals on time. However, there are also Amavasya days where religious activities are performed to avoid negative energies. Let us see the difference between the two.

• Definition: According to Panchang, Purnima is the Full Moon day, while Amavasya is the No Moon day or New Moon day.
• Significance: Purnima is auspicious as positive and divine energies rule during this time. On the other hand, Amavasya is inauspicious as evil energies are strong during this time.
• Purpose: On the Purnima moon day, people perform rituals to praise different deities. While on Amavasya, people practice rituals to get rid of evil forces.
• Position: When the Moon is completely visible to the Sun, it is Purnima. And when the Earth blocks the view between the Sun and Moon, it is Amavasya.
• Duration: As the Moon makes one lunar month with one rotation around the Earth, the Purnima and Amavasya differ by a duration of 14.765295 days.

What You Should Avoid This Purnima

Alongside noting this month pournami date, please God in the true sense by keeping certain things in mind. Here’s what not to do during Purnima.

• Avoid non-vegetarian food during the Pournami days if you haven’t been fasting.
• Stop yourself from negative thoughts, anger and fighting with people. Also, avoid gambling.
• Avoid wearing black clothing during the day, as it indicates negativity. Instead, you may choose white, which is a symbol of purity.
• It is advised to avoid eating Tamasic food, which contains onions and garlic, during a Purnima Moon day.
• Do not cut your hair or nails on any Purnima, as it is considered a ritual done after the death of a person.
• Next Purnima, pay respect to your mother. Purnima Moon is related to mother, and one must avoid her insult in any manner.

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