Ashadha Purnima and the Start of Chaturmas: What You Should Know

Introduction

Ashadha Purnima marks a highly spiritual and astrologically significant moment in the Hindu calendar. It is the full moon day in the month of Ashadha (June-July), and in 2025, it falls on, Thursday, July 10. This day not only holds immense importance for Hindus and Buddhists but also signals the beginning of Chaturmas – the four holy months dedicated to devotion, self-discipline, and spiritual growth.

In this blog, Anant Gyan, the Best Astrologer in Delhi, explains why Ashadha Purnima is important, what Chaturmas means, and how these periods influence your life both spiritually and astrologically.

What Is Ashadha Purnima?

Ashadha Purnima is the full moon day in the month of Ashadha, falling between June and July. It is considered one of the most auspicious days for performing pujas, charity, and spiritual practices. This day is also known as Guru Purnima and is revered as the day Maharishi Ved Vyasa was born – the sage who compiled the Vedas and wrote the Mahabharata.

For Buddhists, this day is celebrated as Dhamma Chakra Pravartan Day, the day Lord Buddha gave his first sermon at Sarnath.

What Is Chaturmas?

Chaturmas means "four months" – it begins on Ashadha Purnima and ends on Kartik Purnima. It is the period when Lord Vishnu is believed to enter his Yog Nidra (divine sleep) in the Ksheer Sagar (cosmic ocean). During this time, spiritual practices are enhanced, and rituals are intensified to purify the soul.

Chaturmas includes:

• **Shravan Maas

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• **Bhadrapada Maas

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• **Ashwin Maas

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• **Kartik Maas

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These months are ideal for fasting, meditation, prayer, reading scriptures, and avoiding worldly pleasures.

Why Is Ashadha Purnima So Important?

1. Spiritual Awakening Begins

This day marks the start of a phase that helps in deep inner cleansing. Chanting mantras and observing fasts from Ashadha Purnima brings clarity, emotional balance, and spiritual elevation.

2. Guru Worship

Guru Purnima is the day to pay respect to spiritual masters and mentors. You can start your spiritual journey by taking blessings from your Guru or by remembering your parents and teachers.

3. Powerful Day for Donations and Pujas

Charity and rituals performed on this day give multiplied benefits, according to Anant Gyan,
the Best Astrologer in Delhi.

4. Start of Chaturmas

It sets the tone for the next four months, which are highly favorable for spiritual sadhana, self-discipline, and reconnecting with your inner self.

Astrological Significance

From an astrological point of view, Ashadha Purnima holds energy of the Guru Graha (Jupiter). Any rituals performed to strengthen Jupiter on this day are highly effective.

Astrological Suggestions by Anant Gyan:

• Chant the mantra: "Om Brim Brihaspataye Namah"

• Donate yellow items like sweets, pulses, clothes

• Read the Guru Charitra or **Bhagavad Gita

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• Wear a yellow sapphire if suitable as per your kundli

These remedies help remove obstacles in education, relationships, and finance.

What to Do During Chaturmas

Chaturmas is not about just following rituals; it's about purifying your lifestyle. Here are some suggestions:

✅ Do This:

• Wake up early and practice prayer or meditation

• Observe weekly or monthly fasts

• Read scriptures like Ramayana, Bhagavad Gita, or Vishnu Purana

• Offer water to Tulsi plant and Peepal tree

• Practice ahimsa (non-violence), humility, and truthfulness

❌ Avoid This:

• Avoid non-vegetarian food and alcohol

• Avoid marriages and housewarming ceremonies

• Avoid buying gold or new luxury items

These restrictions are meant to help one focus inward.

Rituals to Perform on Ashadha Purnima

1. Early Morning Bath: In rivers or with holy Ganga water

2. Offerings to Gurus: Give sweets, clothes, and dakshina

3. Tulsi and Vishnu Pooja: Light a ghee diya and chant Vishnu Sahasranama

4. Donate: To Brahmins, poor people, cows, or temples

5. Chant Mantras: Like "Guru Brahma, Guru Vishnu..." or "Om Namo Bhagavate Vasudevaya"

How Chaturmas Affects Your Zodiac Sign

Here is a brief suggestion for each sign during Chaturmas:

• Aries: Focus on health and yoga

• Taurus: Avoid ego, meditate daily

• Gemini: Donate books and stationery

• Cancer: Family bonding through prayer

• Leo: Practice humility, read holy texts

• Virgo: Strengthen finances through mantra chanting

• Libra: Focus on relationships and peace

• Scorpio: Control anger, donate red cloth

• Sagittarius: Chant Vishnu mantras daily

• Capricorn: Offer water to Lord Shiva

• Aquarius: Read spiritual books and volunteer

• Pisces: Avoid overthinking, connect with nature

Final Thoughts

Ashadha Purnima is not just a full moon – it's the gateway to inner growth. Chaturmas helps us pause our external lives and focus inward. This sacred period offers you an opportunity to reconnect with your soul, seek divine blessings, and improve your karma.

Take this time seriously. Start by observing Ashadha Purnima rituals and walk into Chaturmas with pure intentions.

For personalised rituals, spiritual guidance, or horoscope analysis, contact Anant Gyan,
the Best Astrologer in Delhi. Let this sacred time guide you to peace, wisdom, and positivity.