Buddha Purnima / Vaishakhi Purnima

1 May 2026

Significance

The Purnima of the Vaishakha month. It is incredibly auspicious as it marks three major events in the life of Gautama Buddha: his birth, his enlightenment, and his Mahaparinirvana (death). In the Hindu tradition, it also marks Kurma Jayanti, the appearance of Lord Vishnu's tortoise avatar.

Rituals & Customs

Devotees pour water over the statue of Buddha and offer flowers. Taking a dip in a holy river and engaging in charity is highly recommended. Many Hindu households organize a Satyanarayan Puja on this day.

Fasting Rules

There is no mandatory strict fast. Devotees consume a pure Sattvic diet, and those hosting a Satyanarayan Puja fast until the Katha and Aarti are completed.

Auspicious Timing

Morning to evening during the Purnima tithi.

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