- By Kashish Rai
- Thu, 10 Jul 2025 10:32 AM (IST)
- Source:JND
Guru Purnima 2025: In India, a Guru is deeply respected and often regarded as a divine guide, one who brings wisdom and dispels the darkness of ignorance. The word ‘Guru’ in Sanskrit means ‘the dispeller of darkness’, highlighting their role in leading seekers towards inner awakening. Guru Purnima, also known as Vyasa Purnima, is observed on the full moon day or Purnima Tithi of the Ashadha month in the Hindu calendar. On this sacred day, devotees express heartfelt gratitude to their Gurus and seek their blessings. It is also celebrated in honour of Sage Veda Vyasa, the revered author of the Mahabharata. This year, Guru Purnima falls on 10th July 2025, Thursday.
Check out all the relevant information regarding the date, time, shubh muhurat, significance and rituals associated with Guru Purnima below:
Guru Purnima 2025: Date And Time
- Guru Purnima 2025 Date: 10th July 2025, Thursday
- Purnima Tithi Begins: 01:36 AM, 10th July 2025
- Purnima Tithi Ends: 02:06 AM, 11th July 2025
Guru Purnima 2025: Shubh Muhurat
- Abhijit Muhurat: 11:59 AM to 12:54 PM
- Amrit Kaal: 12:01 AM, July 12 to 01:40 AM, July 12
Guru Purnima 2025: Significance
Guru Purnima is a cherished festival celebrated by Hindus, Buddhists, and Jains to honour their spiritual guides and academic teachers. It’s a day dedicated to expressing gratitude for the wisdom and support received from mentors. Observed mainly in India, Nepal, and Bhutan, it’s also regarded as a spiritually charged day for meditation and yogic practices. A Guru is seen as a teacher, friend, and protector who leads seekers towards self-realisation and divine understanding.
The festival is celebrated in honour of Maharshi Veda Vyasa, who was born on Ashadha Purnima. He is remembered as the Guru of all Gurus, not only for composing the Mahabharata but also for systematising the Vedas into Rigveda, Samveda, Yajurveda and Atharvaveda. He authored 18 Puranas and other sacred texts, offering timeless teachings on righteous living. His literary contributions make him one of the greatest spiritual scholars in Indian history and he is worshipped as Vyasa Dev on this day.
In Yogic culture, Lord Shiva is honoured as Adiyogi, the first Guru who imparted the science of Yoga to the seven sages - the Saptarishis. Similarly, Gautam Buddha gave his first sermon on this day at Sarnath. In astrology, Jupiter - known as Guru, symbolises wisdom and learning. Hence, many also worship Lord Jupiter during Guru Purnima to seek knowledge, clarity and spiritual blessings.
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Guru Purnima is a sacred day dedicated to honouring spiritual and academic teachers. It celebrates the wisdom of Gurus, their guidance and the divine role they play in one’s spiritual journey. (Image Source: Freepik)
Guru Purnima 2025: Rituals
On Guru Purnima, disciples rise early, bathe, and wear clean or new clothes to begin the day with purity. They gather to pay homage at their Guru’s feet, offering items like clothes, food, fruits, or ornaments as a token of gratitude. Seeking their blessings on the sacred day of Guru Purnima is seen as a step towards spiritual growth.
Disciples from all sects – Vaishnavas, Shaivas and Shaktas celebrate this day with reverence, believing the Guru embodies the divine forms of Brahma, Vishnu, Maheshwara and the Supreme Soul. Devotees chant shlokas like Gururbrahmaa Gururvishnuh, Gurudevo Maheswara; Gurursaakshaat Parambrahma Tasmai Sree Gurave Namah and perform Guru Paduka Puja to symbolically honour their Guru’s spiritual presence and teachings.
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Many also engage in collective chanting of scriptures, devotional songs and meditation sessions in ashrams or temples. Fasting is observed by some as a form of self-discipline, while others serve their Gurus with dedication. Lighting lamps, offering flowers and donating food the needy are additional rituals carried out on this day.
(Disclaimer: This content includes advice providing generic information only. It is in no way a substitute for qualified spiritual or astrological opinion. Always consult a specialist for more information before adopting any measures.)
