Chaitra Purnima 2023: Know significance, tithi, how to perform rituals and more

The Hindu religion places great religious and spiritual significance on Purnima, also known as the full moon day. In the month of Chaitra, Purnima is referred to as Chaitra Purnima or Chaiti Punam. This day is considered highly auspicious, and devotees observe a fast known as Satyanarayan fast in honor of Lord Vishnu. Full moon day is marked with various religious and spiritual activities. In 2023, Chaitra Purnima will be celebrated on April 6.

On this auspicious day of Chaitra Purnima, devotees seek the blessings of Lord Vishnu through prayer. Many also make a pilgrimage to holy places to take a holy dip in the Ganga river.

This year, Hanuman Jayanti will also be celebrated on Chaitra Purnima, along with the commemoration of the Raas Leela performed by Lord Krishna with Radha and other Gopis. This occasion is marked with joy and excitement, especially in Mathura and Brij.


Devotees are encouraged to offer kheer to Lord Vishnu or Lord Krishna, with the belief that their devotion will be rewarded with wish fulfilments.

Chaitra Purnima also marks the start of the Vaishakha month, which is highly auspicious for performing all sorts of religious and spiritual activities. The first significant ritual of this month is the Ganga Snan, or taking a holy dip in the Ganga river.

Chaitra Purnima: Tithi

Begins on April 5, 2023 at 9:19 am
Ends on April 6, 2023 at 10:04

Chaitra Purnima: How to perform rituals?

Early in the morning, individuals may take a sacred dip in the Ganga river, followed by offering Arghya to Lord Surya.

If visiting a holy place is not feasible, devotees can still take a holy bath at home by using gangajal in their bucket.

Numerous devotees observe the satyanarayan vrat and offer prayers to the lord on this auspicious day.

Worshiping the moon on Purnima day is crucial, and after offering water to the moon, devotees can break their fast.

It is important to provide food and clothing to the needy or poor individuals, certain devotees even arrange hawan and satyanarayan puja at home and offer prasad to everyone.

FAQs

Q1:In a year, how many times is Navratri observed?
Four times - Sharadiya, Chaitra, Magha Gupt, Ashadha Gupt.

Q2:What does Purnima mean literally?
"Full Moon"