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Thursday, October 9, 2025

Why is Sharad Purnima celebrated?

 


Moon : Vedic traditions believe; Lord Chandra (moon) becomes the most powerful on Sharad Purnima.

According to astrology ; it happens to be the most important Purnima (full moon night in almanac.

It also indicates arrival of Sharad (winter season).

Lakshmi : According to sacred texts ; Goddess Sri Lakshmi appeared on Sharad Purnima.

Krishna : According to Srimad Bhagwat Purana; Lord Sri Krishna performed Maharas on Sharad Purnima.

16 Kalas : Many associate Lord Sri Krishna with 16 Kalas (special arts or qualities).

Well, Lord Krishna is known as master of 16 special arts. Many also adore him as lord of moon.

Maharas : It is cosmic dance performed by Lord Sri Krishna along with his 8 wives and 108 Gopis.

Belief :Many devotees believe that Lord Krishna still performs Maharas on Sharad Purnima.

Cure : Ayurveda claims that Kheer kept under full moon rays on Sharadiya Purnima cures diseases.

Many naturopaths claim, this kheer cures patients of stress ; insomnia ; asthma ; stomach ache etc.

Fact : It is also known as Kojagiri (awakened) Purnima.

Many devotees stay awake and worship Lord Sri Lakshmi Narayan.

Prayer : Sri Ganeshaya Namah Jai Sita Ram Narayan Jai Sri Krishna Narayan Namo Parvatipataye Har Har Mahadev Shiv Shambo !

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