Kartik Purnima 2024: Date, Rituals & Auspicious Timings
Kartik Purnima holds immense significance for Hindus. This day is considered auspicious because, as it is believed that on this very day, one can please Lord Vishnu and subsequently, Goddess Lakshmi showers their blessings upon him. In religious values, all gods come down on this day and enjoy Diwali at the Ganga Ghats.
Kartik Purnima 2024: Worship of Shiva and Parvati
The day is also considered Tripuri Purnima and Tripurari Purnima, because it is said that Lord Shiva won the demon Tripurasura on this day. It is believed that on this day worship of Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati, along with holy baths and donations, brings fruitful results.
Kartik Purnima Date in (2024)
Kartik Purnima begins 15 November 6:19 a.m. and ends 16 November 2:58 a.m. Therefore Kartik Purnima will fall on 15 November .
Snan-Daan Auspicious Time
Ideal time for Snan and Daan on Kartik Purnima is between 4:58 a.m. to 5:51 a.m. The moon will appear on this day at 4:51 p.m.
Dev Deepawali Pradosh Time
The Pradosh time for Dev Deepawali on 15 November is from 5:10 p.m. to 7:47 p.m. So, the total time available for main puja is 2 hours and 37 minutes.
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Kartik Purnima Puja Vidhi
On Kartik Purnima, devotees are believed to wake up before time, clean their home, and offer water to the Sun God. If possible, they should bathe in a holy river. Put idols or photographs of Lord Vishnu and Goddess Lakshmi, decorate them with flowers, fruits, clothes, and lamp them by chanting mantras. And lastly, finish the worship ceremony with donation to the downtrodden.
Significance of Kartik Purnima
Kartik Purnima is an avowed day when Lord Vishnu had incarnated as Matsya Avatar to save the sages and rishis. This day, however, is also observed as the birthday of Lord Kartikeya, who is considered to be the son of Lord Shiva.
