Buddha Purnima 2024: Date, Time And All You Need To Know

Buddha Purnima 2024: On this full moon day, Lord Buddha was born and later attained enlightenment under the Bodhi tree after years of wandering and rigorous penance in the forest.

Buddha Purnima 2024: All You Need To Know

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Buddha Purnima 2024: Buddha Purnima is celebrated on the full moon day of the Vaishakh Month. This day is also known as Buddha Jayanti and is celebrated with great enthusiasm by both Hindus and Buddhists. On this full moon day, Lord Buddha was born and later attained enlightenment under the Bodhi tree after years of wandering and rigorous penance in the forest.

This is why on the day of Buddha Purnima, followers of Buddhism from around the world come to Bodh Gaya and worship the Bodhi Tree. This year marks the 2586th birth anniversary of Lord Buddha. Let's find out the auspicious timing for worship and charity on Buddha Purnima 2024.

Buddha Purnima 2024: Date And Time

This year Buddha Purnima falls on Thursday, May 23, 2024. The Purnima Tithi will begin at 6:47 PM on May 22, 2024, and will end at 7:22 PM on May 23, 2024. The birth name of Gautam Buddha was Siddhartha. He was a spiritual teacher who established the teachings of Buddhism.

Many people consider Gautam Buddha as the 9th incarnation of Lord Vishnu while others consider him as the 8th incarnation of Lord Krishna. Born in Lumbini, Nepal, Gautam Buddha attained enlightenment in Sarnath and Nirvana in Kushinagar.

Buddha Purnima 2024: Puja Vidhi

Taking a holy bath in sacred rivers holds special significance for Buddha Purnima. Start the day by offering arghya to the Sun God. Also, float sesame seeds in the river on this day. 

Install the idol of Lord Buddha in the house, and also worship Lord Vishnu and Goddess Lakshmi on this day. Fill a conch shell with saffron and perform the consecration of the deity. Donate yellow clothes on Buddha Purnima. Offer sweets to Lord Buddha along with Tulsi.

Light a lamp near the Shiva Linga and chant the 'Om Namah Shivaya' mantra. Offer items like bangles, red saree, and kumkum to Goddess Parvati as auspicious offerings.