The full moon date of Vaishakh month is called Vaishakh Purnima, which is considered extremely sacred and virtuous in Hindu religion. The special importance of this day has been mentioned in religious texts, especially Padma Purana. This day is considered a symbol of spiritual progress, virtuous achievement and purity.
🌕 Religious significance of Vaishakh Purnima
It is believed that the results of bathing, charity and chanting-penance done on the day of Vaishakh Purnima are multiplied. This date is considered special to receive the blessings of both Lord Vishnu and Lord Buddha. Therefore, on this day devotees worship with devotion and regularly.
🚿 Importance of bathing before sunrise
According to tradition, it is considered extremely auspicious to take a bath in a holy river, lake or water source before sunrise on this day. If this is not possible then you can take bath at home by mixing holy water with it. This bath is considered a symbol of freedom from sins and mental purification.
🪔What things to donate?
According to religious beliefs, donating some special items on the day of Vaishakh Purnima is considered very auspicious:
Donation of water (giving water to thirsty people) Donation of sesame seeds Donation of food grains Donation of clothes Donation of pitcher or pot
It is believed that donating these things brings happiness, peace, prosperity and virtue in life.
📿 Fruits mentioned in Padma Purana
According to Padma Purana, donation and bath done on the day of Vaishakh Purnima brings positive energy in a person’s life and eliminates all kinds of troubles. This day is also considered important towards attaining salvation.