"Sharada Purnima" is one of the most important and auspicious Purnimas of the Hindu Calendar. As suggested by the name itself, it falls on the "Purnima" (full moon day) in the Hindu month of Ashvin as per the Hindu Lunar Calendar. According to the Gregorian Calendar, it lies in the month of either September or October.
This year, "Sharada Purnima" is on the 6th of October 2025.
As per Drik Panchang, the "tithi" for 'Sharada Purnima' in 2025 is as follows:
It is known by so many other names as well, such as "Kumara Purnima", "Kojagiri Purnima", "Navanna Purnima", "Ashwin Purnima" or "Kaumudi Purnima."
The very propitious festival of "Sharad Purnima" finds immense significance in Hindu Dharma due to many reasons. Some of them are as follows:
There's a belief that "Sharad Purnima" is the only day in the whole year when the moon (Chandra) comes out in the sky with all sixteen (16) Kalaas. In Hinduism, each human quality is associated with a certain Kala. The 16 Kalaas are: "compassion, patience, forgiveness, justice, impartiality, detachment, spiritual powers, invincibility, generosity, beauty, dance, singing, honesty, truth, mastery of all arts, and control." Every Hindu Shastra believes that the combination of all these 16 Kalaas creates a perfect human personality. "Lord Krishna" was the complete incarnation of Lord Vishnu, possessing all these 16 Kalaas. And, Shri Ram had 12 Kalaas out of 16.
Also on "Sharad Purnima '', the shining rays of the Moon have a natural influence on the tide. They also possess healing properties, carrying the capability to heal the body and the soul. It's also believed that moon rays drip nectar on this day.
As per “Drik Panchang”,
Lord Krishna had performed "Maha-Raas", the dance of divine love, along with Radha and the Gopis on this day. He supernaturally stretched the night of Sharad Purnima to the length of one night of Lord Brahma, which was equivalent to billions of human years. Hence, "Sharad Purnima" is celebrated by the name "Raas Purnima" in the Brij region.
Mata Lakshmi is also believed to descend on the earth on "Sharad Purnima." And she calls everyone by saying "Kojagiri" meaning “Who is awake”, & blesses those who stay awake on the same night.
"Sharad Purnima" is also considered a harvest festival marking the end of the monsoon season & the onset of winter.
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God Chandra (moon) is worshipped on "Sharad Purnima" by both unmarried women in the hope of finding a suitable groom and newlywed women who take a pledge to do Purnimasi fasting for the year, beginning the fast from the day of Sharad Purnima.
Mata Lakshmi is also worshipped by the devotees on this day. In Bengali, people worship Maa Lakshmi as "Maa Lokkhi" (meaning 'Chapala' or 'Fickle-minded' to receive her affection and blessings.
The most important part of "Sharad Purnima" is the preparation of a social dish called 'Rice- Kheer.' It's prepared from cow milk, rice & sugar, and left in moonlight for the whole night of "Sharad Purnima." Later in the morning, when it gets fully fortified with the moonlight, it's distributed as Prasad.
People stay vigil the whole night of "Sharad Purnima" & engage themselves in reciting bhajans, prayers & other Vedic hymns.
The meditation and spiritual practices are also encouraged by many devotees on this day to receive the blessings of Lord Indra and Maa Lakshmi.
On this day, taking a holy dip in the Ganga & other holy rivers is also considered very blissful.
Donating food & other necessary items to the needy on this day blesses people with happiness & contentment in life.
There's also a great story behind this blissful day, which is as follows:
A long time ago, there was a villager with three daughters. Every full moon, all three daughters fasted, but the youngest only fasted half a day. Sadly, her son passed away due to her perceived sins. Seeking comfort, she turned to her elder sister, who, upon seeing and touching the boy, made him cry. To everyone's surprise, the youngest daughter exclaimed, "Your devotion brought my son back!" This event made people understand the significance of Kojagiri Purnima.
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Many witness the day of Sharad Purnima by connecting it with nature. The full moon observed on this night promotes one's health and overall well-being. That's why many people spend the night outside in the moonlight. In addition to this, it is also a time to celebrate spirituality and show gratitude for the harvest.
1. When is Sharada Purnima in 2025?
In 2025, we are celebrating the festival of Sharada Purnima on the 6th of October.
2. Why do people keep masala milk/kheer under moonlight on Sharad Purnima?
On Sharad Purnima, the moon’s rays infuse healing and nourishing properties. That's why masala milk or kheer is kept under moonlight on this day. Eating it the next morning is considered highly auspicious and beneficial for health.
3. How do we celebrate Sharada Purnima?
On the festival of Sharada Purnima, the devotees, particularly unmarried women, worship Lord Moon & Mata Lakshmi, observe fasts, stay awake the whole night performing bhajans, take a holy dip in the river Ganga, and perform donations to the needy.
4. Why is Sharada Purnima considered so important?
In Hinduism, Sharada Purnima holds immense importance, as on this day, the Moon carries healing properties to nurture one’s mind and soul.
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