According to the Hindu calendar, the Vaishakh Purnima fast is observed on the full moon day of the month of Vaishakha. Bathing in the Ganges River, donating, and worshipping Lord Vishnu hold special significance on this day. It is believed that virtuous deeds performed on this day bring everlasting rewards.
Importance of Vaishakh Purnima
- By bathing in the Ganges and donating on this day, one attains everlasting merit.
- Worshiping Lord Vishnu and Lord Buddha holds special significance.
- Performing religious activities, fasting, and performing havans (fire sacrifices) helps in absolving sins.
- This day is considered auspicious for attaining salvation and spiritual progress.
Vaisakh Purnima Puja Vidhi
- In the morning, bathe in a holy river or the Ganges and take a vow to observe the fast.
- Worship the idol/picture of Lord Vishnu and Lord Buddha.
- Offer incense, lamps, flowers, fruits, and sweets.
- Listen to the story of Lord Satyanarayan.
- Evening lamp donation and bhajan-kirtan Do it.
- Swimming in the Ganges and donating money destroys sins.
- Brings happiness, peace, and prosperity to life.
- One attains salvation and spiritual progress.
- One receives the blessings of Lord Vishnu and Lord Buddha.
- Time of Puja: Bathing in the Ganges in the morning and donating lamps in the evening is considered most auspicious.
- Required Items: Ganga water, Kalash, flowers, incense sticks, Panchamrit, fruits, sweets, and sesame seeds.
- Importance of Donation: Donating food, clothes, and sesame seeds leads to eternal virtue.
