📅 Observance Details
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Observances | Bhadrapada Purnima, Shraddha |
| Deities | Chandra Dev, Pitru Devatas |
| Date | 26 September |
| Hindu Month | Bhadrapada |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha |
| Tithi | Purnima |
| Nature | Purnima & Ancestral Ritual |
| Associated Period | Pitru Paksha (Begins in some traditions) |
📖 What is Bhadrapada Purnima?
Bhadrapada Purnima is the full moon day of the Bhadrapada month. It is considered highly auspicious for spiritual practices, charity, fasting, and ancestral remembrance. The full moon symbolizes completeness, illumination, and emotional balance.
In several traditions, Shraddha rites related to ancestors also begin on or around this Purnima.
🕊️ What is Shraddha?
Shraddha is a sacred ritual performed to honor deceased ancestors (Pitru). The term Shraddha comes from Shraddhā meaning faith and reverence. Through these rites, descendants express gratitude and seek blessings for family well-being.
🌸 Religious & Spiritual Significance
Bhadrapada Purnima
- Enhances mental clarity and devotion
- Ideal for donations and spiritual vows
- Strengthens lunar (emotional) energy
Shraddha
- Brings peace to departed souls
- Removes Pitru Dosha
- Ensures ancestral blessings for prosperity
Together, they emphasize gratitude, remembrance, and continuity of lineage.
🔔 Bhadrapada Purnima Vrat Vidhi
🌼 Morning Rituals
- Early bath and clean attire
- Fasting or light satvik diet
- Offering water to Sun and Moon
🪔 Evening Worship
- Chandra Puja after moonrise
- Offering milk, rice, and white flowers
- Recitation of Vishnu or Chandra mantras
🔔 Shraddha Vidhi (Brief)
🌼 Preparations
- Clean place facing south
- Arrangement of water, sesame seeds, rice balls (Pinda)
🪔 Ritual Steps
- Sankalp for Pitru Shraddha
- Tarpan with water, black sesame, and barley
- Offering Pinda to ancestors
- Feeding Brahmins or the needy
- Prayer for ancestral peace
Note: Exact procedures vary by family tradition.
🍽️ Food & Charity Guidelines
| Recommended | Avoid |
|---|---|
| Satvik food | Non-veg |
| Charity | Alcohol |
| Feeding needy | Excess indulgence |
| Water offerings | Disrespectful conduct |
🌿 Spiritual Benefits
| Observance | Benefit |
|---|---|
| Purnima Vrat | Mental peace |
| Shraddha | Ancestral blessings |
| Charity | Punya |
| Tarpan | Pitru Shanti |
🌕 Symbolism of Purnima
| Element | Meaning |
|---|---|
| Full Moon | Completeness |
| Light | Awareness |
| Water | Purification |
| Offering | Gratitude |
🪔 Mantras for the Day
Chandra Mantra
ॐ सोमाय नमः
Pitru Mantra
ॐ पितृभ्यो नमः
📅 Calendar-Style Table Entry
| Observance | Lunar Date | Category |
|---|---|---|
| Bhadrapada Purnima | Bhadrapada Shukla Purnima | Purnima |
| Shraddha | Bhadrapada Shukla Purnima | Pitru Ritual |
❓ Short FAQ – Bhadrapada Purnima & Shraddha
Q1. What is Bhadrapada Purnima?
The full moon day of Bhadrapada month.
Q2. What is Shraddha?
A ritual honoring deceased ancestors.
Q3. Can Shraddha be done at home?
Yes, simple Shraddha can be performed at home.
Q4. Is fasting compulsory on Purnima?
No, it is optional but beneficial.
Q5. What is the main benefit?
Peace, gratitude, and ancestral blessings.
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