7 Hindu Festivals Where Moon Plays A Very Crucial Role

Zee Media Bureau
Oct 31, 2023

Karva Chauth

Karva Chauth is a fasting ritual observed by married Hindu women. The fast is broken only after sighting and worshipping the moon.

Sharad Purnima

Also known as Kojagari Purnima or Kumar Purnima, this is a harvest festival celebrated on the full moon day of the Hindu lunar month of Ashwin.

Guru Purnima

This festival, dedicated to spiritual and academic teachers, is celebrated on the full moon day in the Hindu month of Ashadha. The full moon symbolizes the complete spiritual realization and knowledge.

Kartik Purnima

Occurring on the full moon day in the Hindu month of Kartik, this day is significant for various reasons. It is believed to be the birthday of Matsya, the fish avatar of Lord Vishnu.

Buddha Purnima

Celebrated on the full moon day in the month of Vaishakha, Buddha Purnima marks the birth, enlightenment, and death (parinirvana) of Lord Buddha.

Holi

The main day of Holi, known as Dhulandi or Rangwali Holi, is celebrated on the day after the full moon night in the month of Phalguna.

Kojagari Lakshmi Puja

This Hindu festival is observed on the full moon day in the month of Ashwin. It involves worshiping Goddess Lakshmi, the goddess of wealth, for prosperity and well-being.

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