Shravan Purnima 2025 is the fifth full moon of the Hindu calendar year. It is considered very sacred in Indian culture. On this day, many important festivals and rituals take place together. It is a time for devotion, self-discipline, and spiritual celebrations that reflect our deep-rooted faith and cultural unity.
When is Shravan Purnima 2025?
In 2025, Shravan Purnima will be celebrated on Saturday, August 9. The full moon tithi starts at 2:12 PM on August 8 and ends at 1:24 PM on August 9. This day also marks several other religious events, including Raksha Bandhan and various regional observances.
Fasting and Spiritual Purification
On Shravan Purnima, many people observe fasts. Some do a full-day waterless fast, while others eat only fruits and milk. The fast is broken after seeing the moon. Worship is offered to Lord Vishnu or Lord Shiva, depending on regional traditions. The fast helps in spiritual cleansing and connecting with the divine.
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Raksha Bandhan: Celebrating Brother-Sister Bond
Raksha Bandhan is the most popular festival on this day. Sisters tie a sacred thread (rakhi) on their brothers’ wrists and pray for their well-being. In return, brothers promise to protect them always. This tradition is a beautiful symbol of love, care, and mutual respect between siblings.
Raksha Bandhan 2025: Shubh Muhurat
The best time to tie rakhi in 2025 is from 5:47 AM to 1:24 PM on August 9. This year, the inauspicious “Bhadra Kaal” ends before sunrise, so the entire muhurat is considered auspicious. Families can celebrate the ritual without any concern about bad timing.
Honoring Ancestors with Shraddha
In some regions, Shravan Purnima is also a day to honor ancestors. Rituals like tarpan, pind daan, and shraddha are performed for the peace of departed souls. Places like Gaya, Prayag, Rishikesh, and Rameswaram see special ceremonies on this day to pay respect to forefathers.
Avani Avittam and Sacred Thread Ceremony
In South India, this day is known as Avani Avittam. Brahmin men perform the “Yajnopavita” ritual, where they change their sacred thread (janeu) and renew their spiritual commitments. It is also a day to honor sages and restart Vedic studies with fresh devotion and discipline.
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Kajari Purnima: Prayer for Good Crops
In North and Central India, Shravan Purnima is celebrated as Kajari Purnima. Women and farmers pray for a good harvest. Special rituals are performed with earthen pots and sprouted grains. It is a rural festival that reflects India’s close connection with farming and nature.
Hayagriva Jayanti: Birthday of the God of Wisdom
This full moon is also celebrated as the birth of Lord Hayagriva, an avatar of Vishnu with a horse’s head. He is the god of knowledge and wisdom. On this day, students and devotees pray for intelligence, academic success, and spiritual enlightenment, especially in Vaishnava traditions.
Religious Importance of Shravan Purnima
The significance of Shravan Purnima is mentioned in ancient texts like Skanda Purana, Garuda Purana, and Bhavishya Purana. The entire month of Shravan is sacred in Shaivism, where Lord Shiva is worshipped with bilva leaves and abhishekam. This day unites India’s diverse beliefs and customs under one banner of devotion.
Note: This blog is for general awareness. For accurate puja timings or personal rituals, please consult a trusted priest or astrologer.
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