Buddha Purnima, also known as Vesak, is a significant Buddhist festival celebrated to commemorate the birth, enlightenment, and death of Gautama Buddha. The date of Buddha Purnima varies each year according to the lunar calendar. In 2024, Buddha Purnima falls on May 23.Date and TimeBuddha Purnima on Thursday, May 23, 2024Purnima Tithi Begins - 06:47 PM on May 22, 2024Purnima Tithi Ends - 07:22 PM on May 23, 2024Vaishakha Purnima 2024Buddha Purnima is also known as Vaishakha Purnima. Based on Vedic Astrology, Hindus regard all Purnima Tithis to be auspicious. According to the Hindu lunar calendar, Vaishakha Purnima is the second Purnima of the year and occurs immediately after Narasimha Jayanti.Practices to appease Lord VishnuEvery Purnima day has a reason for celebration. Buddha Jayanti, which commemorates the birth anniversary of Gautam Buddha, falls on Vaishakha Purnima day. On Purnima day, people fast in observance of Lord Satyanarayana, a very kind manifestation of Lord Vishnu. Many people observe a one-day fast by their Kul Parampara. Family customs known as Kul Paramparas are transmitted from one generation to the next.Regarding appeasing Lord Vishnu on Purnima, here are some general practices that devotees often engage in:Observing Fasting: Fasting on Purnima, especially with a focus on consuming sattvic (pure) foods, is believed to please Lord Vishnu.Chanting Vishnu Mantras: Reciting Vishnu mantras like the Vishnu Sahasranama or the Vishnu Gayatri mantra can be spiritually beneficial.Offering Prayers and Worship: Offer prayers, perform puja (ritual worship), and light incense or lamps dedicated to Lord Vishnu.Donating: Giving donations, particularly to those in need or to charitable causes, is considered auspicious on Purnima.Visiting Vishnu Temples: Visiting temples dedicated to Lord Vishnu, especially on Purnima, is a common practice among devotees.Listening to Vishnu Kathas: Listening to stories and teachings about Lord Vishnu, known as Vishnu KathaMeditation and Yoga: Engage in meditation and yoga practices with a focus on invoking Lord Vishnus presence and blessings.Performing Acts of Kindness: Acts of kindness, compassion, and service to others are seen as offerings to Lord Vishnu.These are just some traditional practices that devotees follow to appease Lord Vishnu on Purnima. Ultimately, sincerity and devotion in ones actions are considered the most important aspects of worship in Hinduism.(Disclaimer: This information has been collected from various mediums like astrologers, almanacs, beliefs or religious scriptures and has been presented to you. Please consult experts while making related decisions. TopIndianNews does not hold accountability for this information.)
