Vaishakha Purnima falls on May 12th, Monday, and holds special significance due to its alignment with the Vishakha Nakshatra, making it highly auspicious. Such alignments are considered rare and are believed to be exceptionally fruitful for worship, bathing, donations, and penance. Additionally, this day marks the celebration of Lord Vishnu’s Kurma Avatar. From a religious perspective, it has become immensely important. On this day, the boundless grace of Lord Vishnu showers upon devotees.
Here are four rituals to appease Goddess Lakshmi and invite her blessings on Buddha Purnima:
- Peepal Tree Worship: On Buddha Purnima, it is customary to worship the Peepal tree. It is believed that worshiping the Peepal tree on this day ensures the eternal grace of Goddess Lakshmi. Offer water, milk, and light a ghee lamp under the Peepal tree.
- Tulsi Puja: Perform a complete worship of Tulsi with devotion on the full moon day of Vaishakha. It is believed that Goddess Lakshmi resides in Tulsi. Light ghee lamps under the Tulsi plant in the morning and evening, and offer prayers with devotion.
- Feeding the Poor: To attain the grace of Goddess Lakshmi and to ensure her presence in the home, arrange meals for the poor on Buddha Purnima. Offer donations to Brahmins according to tradition.
- Offering Rice Pudding (Kheer): To strengthen your financial situation and please Goddess Lakshmi, offer rice pudding made with milk to her on Buddha Purnima.
These rituals are observed to invoke prosperity, happiness, and spiritual well-being into one’s life on this auspicious day.
