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Buddha Purnima

बुद्ध पूर्णिमा

जयन्ती

Buddha Purnima — महत्त्वम्

Buddha Purnima marks the birth, enlightenment, and parinirvana of Gautama Buddha. It is celebrated on the full moon of Vaisakha. Buddhists and many Hindus honour the day with meditation and charity.

Buddha Purnima — महत्त्वम्

According to Buddhist texts, the Buddha was born in Lumbini, attained enlightenment at Bodh Gaya, and passed away at Kushinagar—all on the full moon of Vaisakha. The day is a reminder of his teachings: the Four Noble Truths and the Noble Eightfold Path.

Buddha Purnima — पूजाविधिः

  1. At dawn, visit a Buddhist temple or stupa; offer flowers, incense, and lamps.
  2. Meditate and recite the Triple Gem (Buddham sharanam, Dhammam sharanam, Sangham sharanam).
  3. Release caged birds or animals as a symbol of compassion; donate to the needy.
  4. Listen to discourses on the Buddha's life and teachings; maintain a vegetarian diet.

Buddha Purnima — मन्त्राः

ॐ मणि पद्मे हूं

oṃ maṇi padme hūṃ

Om mani padme hum

Buddha Purnima — पारम्परिकं भोजनम्

  • Vegetarian
  • Kheer
  • Fruits
  • No non-veg

Buddha Purnima — अन्यनामानि

Bodh Gaya(बुद्ध पूर्णिमा)

Grand celebrations at Mahabodhi temple

Sikkim/Ladakh(Buddha Purnima)

Processions, prayer flags

Buddha Purnima — कर्तव्यम् / वर्जनीयम्

कर्तव्यम्

  • Meditate
  • Offer at temple
  • Practise compassion
  • Donate

वर्जनीयम्

  • Avoid harming beings
  • Do not disrespect the Buddha
  • Refrain from non-veg

Buddha Purnima — FAQ

Buddha Purnima किम् अस्ति?
Buddha Purnima marks the birth, enlightenment, and parinirvana of Gautama Buddha.
Buddha Purnima पूजाविधिः का?
At dawn, visit a Buddhist temple or stupa; offer flowers, incense, and lamps.; Meditate and recite the Triple Gem (Buddham sharanam, Dhammam sharanam, Sangham sharanam).; Release caged birds or animals as a symbol of compassion; donate to the needy.; Listen to discourses on the Buddha's life and teachings; maintain a vegetarian diet.
Buddha Purnima दिवसे किं भोज्यम्?
Vegetarian, Kheer, Fruits, No non-veg
Buddha Purnima दिवसे किं कर्तव्यम्?
Meditate; Offer at temple; Practise compassion
Buddha Purnima दिवसे किं वर्जनीयम्?
Avoid harming beings; Do not disrespect the Buddha; Refrain from non-veg
Buddha Purnima दिवसे कस्य देवस्य पूजा?
Buddha Purnima Buddha देवाय समर्पितम्।

Upcoming Buddha Purnima Dates in 2026, 2027 & Beyond

Buddha Purnima is a sacred Hindu festival observed on the tithi shown. Dates are calculated from the Panchang for your region.

Times shown for New Delhi, India (IST)

DateDayMoonrise TimeSpecial Name
May 1, 2026Friday06:48 pm
May 31, 2026Sunday07:31 pm
Jun 29, 2026Monday07:11 pm
Jun 30, 2026Tuesday07:58 pm
Jul 29, 2026Wednesday07:16 pm
Aug 28, 2026Friday06:53 pm
Sep 26, 2026Saturday05:53 pm
Oct 26, 2026Monday05:34 pm
Nov 24, 2026Tuesday04:56 pm
Jan 22, 2027Friday05:46 pm
Mar 22, 2027Monday06:37 pm
Apr 20, 2027Tuesday06:26 pm
May 20, 2027Thursday07:18 pm
Jun 18, 2027Friday07:04 pm
Jun 19, 2027Saturday07:54 pm

अधिकम् Buddha Purnima

सम्बद्ध उत्सवाः

Quick Facts

Deity
Buddha
Category
Jayanti
Also Known As
Vesak, Buddha Jayanti
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