Guru Purnima, the revered festival dedicated to spiritual teachers and mentors, is being celebrated today with deep devotion across the country. Observed on the full moon day of the Hindu month of Ashadha, the occasion holds immense significance in Indian spiritual and cultural traditions.
Rituals and Puja Vidhi
On this auspicious day, devotees:
Clean their homes and set up a sacred space for worship.
Offer prayers to their gurus or place an image/idol of sage Vyasa at the altar.
Present offerings such as flowers, incense, fruits, and sandalwood paste.
Chant Guru Mantras and express gratitude for the knowledge and guidance received.
Many also engage in acts of charity and spiritual reflection.
Spiritual Importance
Guru Purnima marks the day when Lord Shiva became the Adi Guru (first teacher) and shared divine wisdom with the Saptarishis. It also commemorates the birth anniversary of sage Ved Vyasa, the legendary author of the Mahabharata and compiler of the Vedas. The day is especially meaningful for spiritual seekers, students, and followers of various traditions, who pay homage to their gurus with devotion and humility.
Across India and other parts of the world, people observe Guru Purnima to honor the role of the Guru in illuminating the path of knowledge, truth, and self-realization.
