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Magh Purnima Significance: The full moon of Magh month is considered to have special significance in Hindu religion. in this year Magh Purnima It will be celebrated on 1st February i.e. Saturday. According to the Panchang, Purnima Tithi will start from 5:52 am on 1 February 2026 and will continue till 3:38 pm on 2 February 2026. During this period, rituals for special puja, bath and donation have been explained. According to the scriptures, the sadhana and religious rituals done on this day destroy sins in life and achieve spiritual progress.
According to the scriptures, by bathing and worshiping on Magh Purnima, a person’s sins are destroyed and he attains righteousness. The meditation done on this day especially provides mental and spiritual purification to the person. It is believed that taking bath in the full moon of Magh month brings happiness, peace and prosperity in life. It is mentioned in Bhagavad Purana and Padma Purana that bathing in Ganga, Yamuna and other holy rivers on Magh Purnima is extremely virtuous. Donation and penance done on this day brings positive energy into life.
Magha Purnima Rituals in the scriptures
Performing puja and havan at home or on the river bank on Magh Purnima is considered auspicious. It is said in the scriptures that lighting a lamp, performing aarti and worshiping Lord Vishnu or Shiva on this day is extremely fruitful. It is said in the Puranas that by donating on Magh Purnima, the sins committed for ten years are also destroyed. Donating fruits, milk, sweets and clothes has special significance in religious rituals. This day is an opportunity for the seekers to purify their deeds and attain peace of mind.
Importance of bathing and charity on Magh Purnima (Magh Purnima Ka Snan)
Taking bath in holy rivers on Magh Purnima is considered very auspicious. According to the scriptures, bathing in Ganga, Yamuna or other holy rivers removes impurities of body, mind and soul. Also, the results of donations made on this day increase manifold. Donating food, clothing, money and food to the poor brings happiness and prosperity in life. Along with bathing and donating, it is necessary to worship God wholeheartedly. This combination provides religious and spiritual benefits in life.
Beliefs and results related to Magh Purnima
Fasting and worshiping on Magh Purnima destroys diseases, fears and sorrows in life. It is said in the scriptures that it is possible to attain salvation by doing sadhana done on this day. By bathing in the Ganga and donating on the day of Magh Purnima, the sins of previous births are also erased. Devotees believe that the religious rituals and fasts observed on this day fulfill the desires of the mind and bring permanent happiness and peace in life. This is the reason why Magh Purnima is considered a very auspicious date.
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