Buddha Purnima 2026 Date: There are 12 full moons in a year. Purnima Tithi is considered very auspicious. Every full moon has its own significance. The full moon falling in the month of Vaishakh is known as Buddha Purnima, because it is believed that Lord Buddha was born on this day. He is considered to be the ninth incarnation of Lord Vishnu. This is the reason why activities like bathing, donation and worship have been given special importance on this day.
There is a religious belief that on the day of Buddha Purnima, bathing, donating and worshiping in other holy rivers including Ganga is considered very fruitful. A lot of virtue is gained from these auspicious works on this day. This date is considered very special for Buddhist followers and people of Hindu religion. However, this year people are confused as to when Buddha Purnima should be celebrated on 30 April or 1 May. Let us know its exact date, auspicious time and method of worship.
When is Buddha Purnima? (When is Buddha Purnima 2026)
According to the Panchang, this year the full moon date of Shukla Paksha of Vaishakh month will start on April 30 at 09:12 pm. It will end at 10:52 pm on May 1st. In such a situation, the festival of Buddha Purnima will be celebrated on Friday, May 1.
Buddha Purnima 2026 Auspicious time (Buddha Purnima 2026 Subh Muhurat)
- wee hours- It will last from 04:15 AM to 04:58 AM.
- Abhijit Muhurta- It will be from 11:52 am to 12:45 am.
- Vijay Muhurta- It will last from 02:31 pm to 03:24 pm.
- Twilight time- It will last from 06:55 pm to 07:17 pm.
- Amrit Kaal- Will last from 06:56 pm to 08:41 pm
- Nishita Kaal- It will last from 11:57 pm to 12:39 pm.
Buddha Purnima Puja Vidhi
- On the day of Buddha Purnima, take bath with pure water in the morning and wear clean clothes.
- Then choose a lush green Peepal tree or go to a temple near your home where there is a Peepal tree.
- After that, after cleaning, spread a seat under the tree and sat. Then sprinkle pure water at the roots of the tree.
- Light a lamp and incense under the Peepal tree. Then offer fresh flowers, especially white and yellow flowers.
- While worshiping the Peepal tree, worship Lord Buddha and especially chant the mantra Om Mani Padme Hum.
- Also offer a mixture of milk, honey, ghee and water.
- After the puja is over, put water and flowers in a vessel and throw it towards the moon.
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