🌼 Kartik Purnima 🌼

💐Significance of Kartik Purnima 💐

                         The importance of Kartik Purnima is stated in many Sacred Scriptures in Hinduism. For Hindus, the day of Kartik Purnima is extremely religious and cultural. Devotees who worship Lord Vishnu on this day are said to gain immense fortune. The birthday of Vrinda (Tulsi Plant) is also held in Kartik Purnima, and on this day, the ceremonious Tulsi Vivaah is also held. The Kartik Snan, which is similar to performing 100 Ashvamedha Yagyas, is an important part of Kartik month. This day is so beneficial that any religious activity carried out on this day will gain many advantages. 

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🍀 Kartik Purnima Puja Vidhi: 🍀

• On this day, worshippers take a holy bath by visiting pilgrimage sites during sunrise and moonrise. It is believed that this Kartik Snan is a vastly sacred bath. 
  
  
• One can also take bath at home by adding Ganga Jal in the bathwater. Then, in front of Lord Vishnu, light ghee or mustard oil Diya and worship him in a ceremonial manner. 
  
  
• This day, devotees are worshipping Lord Vishnu with great dedication. The Lord’s idol is worshipped with flowers, incense sticks and lamps. Offering prayers to Lord Vishnu on this day can help devotees overcome their worries and live a peaceful and happy life. 
  
  
• On the Kartik Purnima festival, devotees also observe a fast. The fast is called Satyanarayana Vrat and reads the Satyanarayana Katha. 
  
  
• In their homes, worshippers also perform ‘Rudrabhishek.’ Lord Shiva’s temples are brightly lighted on this day. 
  
  
• It is said that donating Diya is very beneficial. The day is also considered a blessing for reciting Vedic mantras and bhajans. 
  
  
• Mela, or fair, is held in Pushkar during this month to celebrate the wedding of Vrinda and Lord Vishnu. On this day, the fair comes to an end, and worshippers take a holy dip in the Pushkar Lake in order to gain salvation. 
  
  
• On Kartik Purnima, try to feed any brahmins who are poor or in need. 

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🌻 The Legends Associated with Kartik Purnima 🌻 

                  Kartik Purnima is associated with many legends in Hindu mythology. One of the most popular legends is the story of Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati’s son, Kartikeya. According to the legend, Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati wanted a child, and Lord Shiva asked the gods to help him create a son. The gods created Kartikeya, who was born on the sixth day of the bright half of the month of Kartik. Hence, Kartik Purnima is celebrated as his birthday. 

  
                             Another legend associated with Kartik Purnima is the story of Lord Vishnu’s incarnation as Matsya, the fish. According to the legend, Lord Vishnu took the form of a fish to save the Vedas, which were stolen by a demon. Lord Vishnu appeared in front of King Satyavrata, who later became known as Manu, and told him to build a boat to save himself and the Vedas from the impending flood. Lord Vishnu, in the form of a fish, guided the boat to safety.  

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🌺 Kartik Purnima Celebration and Different Festivals on this Day 🌺

                         
             The celebration of Kartik Purnima extends beyond individual rituals to encompass various festivals that resonate with the broader community. Here’s a look at some key festivities celebrated on this day: 

Tulsi Vivah: This festival symbolizes the ceremonial marriage of the sacred Tulsi plant and Lord Vishnu, marking the beginning of the wedding season. 

  
Bhishma Panchak: This five-day festival honours Bhishma from the Mahabharata and culminates in Tripuri Purnima. 

  
Vaikunth Chaturdashi: Celebrated on the 14th day of the dark fortnight, it marks the arrival of Lord Vishnu in people’s homes. 

  
Dev Deepawali: A festival of light celebrated 15 days after Diwali, signifying the descent of the Ganges and the deities celebrating in the spirit world. 

  
Jain Festival of Light: This festival aligns with the teachings of Jainism, promoting values of peace, truth, and charity. 

  
Guru Nanak Jayanti: Celebrated on Kartik Purnima, this day commemorates the birth of Guru Nanak, the founder of Sikhism. 

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💐 What to do on Kartik Purnima 💐
  

• Donation of clothes should be done on Kartik Purnima. This brings blessings of ancestors. 
  
  
• Donation of sesame seeds should also be done on this day. This pleases Lord Shiva. 
  
  
• Offering water to the moon on Kartik Purnima pleases Goddess Lakshmi, and strengthens the position of the moon in the horoscope. 
  
  
• On this day, special attention should be paid to the cleanliness of the house. This pleases Lord Vishnu and Goddess Lakshmi. 
  
  
• On the auspicious day of Kartik Purnima, one should take bath in the holy river. After this, one should light lamps. This increases luck.  

🌻 What not to do on Kartik Purnima 🌻 
  

• According to religious beliefs, if someone comes to your door on Kartik Purnima, do not let him go empty handed. 
  
  
• One should not insult any person on Kartik Purnima. Do not speak harsh words during this time. 
  
  
• On Kartik Purnima, worship related activities are done at home. In such a situation, do not consume tamasic things even by mistake. 
  
  
• One should not donate things like silver utensils or milk on this day. This can also cause financial problems. 
  
  
• During this time, there should not be darkness in any corner of the house. Doing so is inauspicious. 
  
  

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🍀Chant Shiva Mantra on Kartik Purnima:🍀

ॐ नम: शिवाय।

Om Namah Shivay 

 
ॐ हौं जूं सः, ॐ भूर्भुवः स्वः। 

Om Haun Jun Sah, Om Bhurbhuvah Swah. 

ॐ त्र्यम्बेकं यजामहे सुगन्धिं पुष्टिवर्धनम् उर्वारुकमिव बन्धूनान् मृत्योवर्मुक्षीय मामृतात् ।

Om Tryambekan Yajamahe Sugandhi Pushtivardhanam Urvarukamiv Bandhunan Mrityovarmukshiya Mamritat. 

 
ॐ स्वः भुवः भूः, ॐ सः जूं हौं ॐ। 

 Om Swah Bhuvah Bhuh, Om Sah Jun Haun Om. 

 
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💐Conclusion 💐
                             

                        Kartik Purnima is known by many different names. The ultimate goal, however, remains the same. This festival’s main goal is to cleanse the soul from sins and invite positivity into life. Kartik is the holiest month among all lunar months. Performing specialised rituals on this auspicious day, one can get rid of the impact of malefic planets and planetary doshas. 

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