Sawan Purnima is an important festival celebrated in the Sanatana tradition and comes after shravan putrada ekadashi in hindu calendar. The worship of Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati on the day of Shravan Purnima has special significance. The festival of Raksha Bandhan is also celebrated on this day, and in South India, this day is considered dedicated to Varundev, the god of water.
Therefore, this day is celebrated as Narali Purnima in South India. According to religious beliefs, worshiping Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati on this day and donating to the poor and helpless people destroys all kinds of troubles and paves the way for a happy life for the devotee.
In this blog we are going to discuss Sawan Purnima 2024, date and time, rituals and importance of donation.
Shravan Purnima 2024 Date and Time
This year Shravan Purnima will start on 19 August 2024 at 3:05 am. The Purnima will end on 19 August 2024 at 11:55 pm. Therefore, according to the Udayatithi, Shravan Purnima will be celebrated on 19 August.
Importance of Ritual on Sawan Purnima
The festival of Sawan Purnima is dedicated to the worship of Lord Shiva and Mother Parvati. It is said that the person who keeps a fast on this day and worships God and donates to the poor and helpless people, all his wishes are fulfilled. Along with this, he gets relief from the sins and sufferings of life. On this day, the holy festival of brother-sister Raksha bandhan is also celebrated across the country.
This day of Purnima is considered very important for freedom from Chandradosha, on this day, along with food donation, cow donation is considered to be of special importance.
Importance of donation on Sawan Purnima
In Indian culture, charity is an integral part of human life. Charity can be not only of property but also of time, knowledge, and resources. Charity promotes a sense of unity and cooperation in society. It gives satisfaction and inner peace to the donor, while the needy get help.
The importance of charity has also been described in various scriptures.
Lord Krishna has said in Shrimad Gita:
“यज्ञदानतप: कर्म न त्याज्यं कार्यमेव तत्।”
(That is, sacrifice, charity and austerity are not acts which can be abandoned, they must be performed.)
Mentioning the importance of charity, Goswami Tulsidas ji has written-
प्रगट चारि पद धर्म के कलि महुँ एक प्रधान।
जेन केन बिधि दीन्हें दान करइ कल्यान॥
(The four steps of religion are known as truth, mercy, penance and charity, out of which charity is the most important step in Kaliyuga. Giving charity in any form only benefits the devotee.)
Donate these things on Sawan Purnima
Donation is considered to be of great importance on Sawan Purnima. It is said that donating food grains and grains is the best thing on this auspicious day. On the auspicious occasion of Sawan Purnima, become a part of virtue by supporting the project of Narayan Seva Sansthan to donate food to the helpless and poor children.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs):-
Question: When is Sawan Purnima 2024?
Answer: Sawan Purnima is on 19th August 2024.
Question: To whom should donations be made on Sawan Purnima?
Answer: On Sawan Purnima, donations should be made to Brahmins and helpless and poor people.
Question: What things should be donated on the day of Sawan Purnima?
Answer: On the auspicious occasion of Sawan Purnima, food grains, fruits etc. should be donated.
