Ashadh Day
Ashadh Day-Guru Purnima Date:
July 25, 2011
Ashadh Day is observed by Hindus around the world.
Guru Purnima is celebrated on the lunar month of Ashadh, July, on the day of the Full Moon.
Ashadh Day History
The day celebrations are marked by Hindus all over the world as a mark of respect for the Guru, a teacher or preacher. The day commemorates the sacred memory of Sage Vyasa, the ancient Guru who compiled the four vedas, authored 18 Puranas, the Mahabharata, and the Simrid Bhagavata.
This day is also known as Vyasa Purnima and is practiced by those devoted to their beloved Gurus by offering them worship. Sage Vyasa is known to be the original Guru of the Hindu religion, and these day celebrations were created for everyone to celebrate the role of a real life Guru, and signify the great importance of the role of a Guru. Hindu people show great respect to their Guru, and often regard them as God.
Ashadh Day Traditions and Activities
The day Celebrations are organized by spiritual organizations and are usually cultural performances. To make the day even more special Divine Discourse and Bhajan Samarohas are also organised.
In India Guru Purnima is celebrated at various Ashrams but with much grandeur at Sivananda Ashram, Rishikesh.
Many worshippers travel from many parts of India to the celebrations here.
Also at Ashram of Satya Sai Baba, and at Puttaporthy Ashram in Amritapuri and other places of high Spiritual importance. This is a day of spiritual seekers who open up to their Gurus to receive the Divine Power and for this reason many holy people use this day to shower blessings on everyone.
Guru Purnima has special significance to the sadhaks and farmers as the four months begins from this day. The water drawn up into the clouds from the hot summer starts to fall in large showers enriching the earth and bringing fresh life. All disciples perform Puja and offer their Gurus flowers and sweets. Its is also A good time to begin spiritual lessons from A Guru.
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Celebrating Ashadh Day – July 25
July 24, 2011 by admin
