In Hinduism, the Purnima (full moon) of the Magh month holds great significance. It is considered an auspicious day for taking a holy dip, performing charity, and worshipping Lord Vishnu. On this day, taking a sacred bath in a holy river and engaging in acts of charity are believed to wash away sins and bring multiple-fold blessings. Devotees observe a fast and worship Lord Vishnu in his Satyanarayan form. It is said that fasting and worshipping Lakshmi-Narayan on this day bring happiness, prosperity, and wealth while removing poverty from the home.
Let’s find out the exact date of Magh Purnima 2025, the auspicious timing for bathing and charity, and the do’s and don’ts of this sacred day.
When is Magh Purnima in 2025?
According to Drik Panchang, the Purnima Tithi of the Shukla Paksha in the Magh month will begin on February 11, 2025, at 6:55 PM and end on February 12, 2025, at 7:22 PM. As per the Udaya Tithi (the date at sunrise), Magh Purnima will be observed on February 12, 2025. This year, a rare and auspicious combination of Saubhagya and Shobhan Yoga is also forming on this day.
Bathing-Donation Muhurat
On Purnima Tithi, the Brahma Muhurat in the early morning is considered the most sacred time for bathing and charity.
- Brahma Muhurat for Snan-Daan (Bath & Charity): From 5:01 AM to 6:10 AM.
- During this time, devotees can take a holy bath and perform charitable acts.
- Abhijit Muhurat is not forming on this day.
What to Do and Avoid on Magh Purnima?
Things to Do:
- Take a holy bath in a sacred river and offer water (Arghya) to the Sun God.
- Donate jaggery, sesame seeds, ghee, fruits, grains, blankets, and warm clothes to the needy.
- Worship Lakshmi-Narayan with proper rituals to seek prosperity and happiness.
- Feeding Brahmins on this day is considered highly auspicious and is believed to bring great rewards.
Things to Avoid:
- Refrain from consuming meat and alcohol.
- Avoid harming any living beings on this sacred day.
Magh Purnima is a powerful occasion for spiritual growth and divine blessings. Observing the right rituals and donating with a pure heart can bring immense benefits in life.