By Rajni Pandey | July 19, 2024
Begin by setting your intentions for the Purnima Vrat. Meditate and pray the night before to cultivate a focused and peaceful mind.
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Decide the type of fast you will observe (complete fast, fruit-only fast, or milk fast) and stick to it with determination. Avoid any form of indulgence or distraction.
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Take a bath early in the morning, preferably with holy water like Ganga jal if available. This symbolizes purification and prepares you for the day’s spiritual activities.
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Decorate the idol or image of Lord Vishnu or your preferred deity with fresh flowers, clean clothes, and fragrant incense. This act of devotion helps create a sacred space for worship.
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Spend time reading or listening to sacred texts such as the Bhagavad Gita, Vishnu Sahasranama, or stories related to the significance of Purnima. This enhances spiritual knowledge and devotion.
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Engage in chanting mantras like "Om Namo Bhagavate Vasudevaya" or "Om Namah Shivaya" throughout the day. Meditation can also help deepen your connection to the divine.
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Giving alms or donating food, clothes, or money to the needy is considered highly auspicious on Purnima. This act of kindness brings blessings and spiritual merit.
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If possible, join community prayers, bhajans, or kirtans at your local temple or community center. Collective worship amplifies the spiritual energy.
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Cook simple and pure food as an offering to the deity. Offer fruits, sweets, and other sattvic foods as prasad, which can be shared with family and friends after the rituals.
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At the end of the day, break your fast with light and nutritious food. Begin with fruits or a simple meal to ease your body back into regular eating patterns.
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