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Sharad Purnima (Kojagari Purnima) 2025
Sharad Purnima (Kojagari Purnima) is celebrated on the Ashwin full moon night when the Moon shines with all 16 kalas raining nectar; Kheer is placed under the moonlight.
🔱 Spiritual Significance
Devotees observe a night vigil worshipping Goddess Lakshmi with the question 'Ko Jagarti' (Who is awake?). Milk-rice kheer placed under moonlight is believed to absorb healing and spiritual nectar.
🪔 Sacred Puja Vidhi
- Take a holy bath, clean the puja altar, and place a red cloth.
- Establish idols of Goddess Lakshmi and Lord Vishnu.
- Offer dhoop, deep, lotus flowers, gandha, and akshat.
- Prepare pure rice-milk kheer with saffron and dry fruits in an earthen or silver pot.
- Perform Kojagari Lakshmi Aarti and place the kheer under the moonlight overnight.
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions about Sharad Purnima (Kojagari Purnima) 2025
When is Sharad Purnima in 2026?
Sharad Purnima in 2026 is celebrated on Sunday, October 25, 2026, with the full moon night vigil and kheer placed under moonlight on October 25 night.
Why is Kheer placed under the moonlight on Sharad Purnima?
On Sharad Purnima, the moon shines with all 16 kalas and is closest to Earth. Its rays are believed to infuse the kheer with healing, rejuvenating, and auspicious qualities.