Margashirsha Purnima 2024: Know All About Date, Time, Significance Of Full Moon

Margashirsha Purnima is the full moon day which falls in the Hindu month of Margashirsha (November-December in the Gregorian calendar). Margashirsha Purnima, which is also known as Battissi Purnima, Narak Purima, and Korala Purima, is celebrated in many states across India. It is a revered day in the Hindu tradition and is celebrated with rituals such as Worship, Fasting, Bathing, Charity, and more.

On this auspicious day, devotees worship the Moon God and Lord Vishnu. On the occasion of the revered day, know about Margashirsha Purnima's importance, rituals, time, and much more, which are mentioned below.

Margashirsha Purnima and its significance?

Margashirsha Purnima is the ninth and most auspicious month. On the full moon day, devotees from across India worship Lord Moon and Lord Vishnu. According to legends, devotees who worship Lord Moon and Vishnu on this day are believed to be blessed with Amrit, the divine nectar.

Hindus take ritualistic baths in a holy river and offer prayers to worship the Lord with great devotion. Devotees dedicate the day to Lord Vishnu, especially in his Satyanarayana form and observe fasts and perform the Satyanarayana Katha and Puja for prosperity and blessings.

Rituals and subh muhurat of Margashirsha Purnima

This year, the full moon day, or Margashirsha Purnima Tithi, falls on December 15, 2024.

Purnima Tithi Begins: 07:28 pm, December 14, 2024

Purnima Tithi Ends: 05:01 pm, December 15, 2024

What is Dattatreya Jayanti?

Dattatreya Jayanti which marks the birth anniversary of Lord Dattatreya, is also celebrated on the December 15, 2024. Dattatreya Jayanti is an important event to commemorate the birth of Lord Dattatreya. This day holds great spiritual significance for Hindus. On the day of Margashirsha Purnima, Lord Dattatreya was born.