Guru Purnima 2025: Is it on July 10 or 11? Know the exact date, timings, history, rituals, wishes & quotes

Time of India

08-07-2025

Guru Purnima 2025: Guru Purnima is a special and sacred day dedicated to all the gurus & teachers with great respect and devotion across India, Bhutan and Nepal. It is a time when people honour their spiritual Gurus and academic teachers for guiding them in life. This festival holds deep importance in Sanatan Dharma and is observed by Hindus, Buddhists, and Jains around the world.
Let's explore the Guru Purnima 2025 date, its timings, history, significance, and traditional rituals followed on this holy occasion.
Guru Purnima 2025: Exact Date and Timings
According to Drik Panchang, Guru Purnima in 2025 will be observed on Thursday, July 10. Here's the detailed date and timing
Purnima Tithi begins: 01:36 AM on July 10, 2025
Purnima Tithi ends: 02:06 AM on July 11, 2025
Moonrise on Purnima: 07:19 PM on July 11, 2025
What Is Guru Purnima? A Look at the History
The history of Guru Purnima dates back to ancient times and is closely linked with the great sage Ved Vyasa, who is believed to have been born on this day. Vyasa was the son of Sage Parashar and was a divine soul known for his deep knowledge of the past, present, and future.
He is credited with compiling the Vedas into four parts – Rigveda, Samaveda, Yajurveda, and Atharvaveda – to help spread spiritual knowledge. Because of this, Guru Purnima is also called Vyasa Purnima in his honour.
The day reminds us of the importance of teachers, mentors, and spiritual guides who share their knowledge selflessly and help society grow.
Why Is Guru Purnima Celebrated? The Deep Significance
The significance of Guru Purnima lies in expressing gratitude to the Guru, who removes the darkness of ignorance and shows the path of truth, wisdom, and righteousness.
A Guru is not just a teacher but a guide who helps us understand the real meaning of life. Whether it's a spiritual mentor, a schoolteacher, or even our parents, they all play the role of a Guru in different stages of life.
Without a Guru, life can seem confusing. The blessings and teachings of a Guru help us grow into better human beings and live with kindness, values, and clarity.
On Guru Purnima 2025, people are encouraged to reflect on the guidance they've received and honour those who have helped shape their journey.
Guru Purnima 2025: Rituals You Should Follow
On this holy day, people follow age-old rituals to show respect and devotion towards their Gurus. Here are some common traditions followed during Guru Purnima 2025:
Wake up early and take a bath before sunrise.
Seek blessings by touching the feet of your parents, elder siblings and gurus.
Offer prayers to Lord Surya (the Sun God) to start your day positively.
Worship Lord Ganesha, known as the remover of obstacles and the god of beginnings, wisdom, and good fortune..
Visit your spiritual Guru, if you have one, and touch their feet as a sign of respect.
Offer clothes, fruits, sweets, and dakshina (offering) to Brahmins and Gurus.
Share sweets with your mother and father, who are your first teachers in life.
Recite or chant the Guru Mantra to show your devotion and connect spiritually.
These rituals remind us to be thankful and stay grounded in our values.
Inspiring Guru Purnima Quotes and Wishes 2025
"The wisdom of a guru is like a compass that guides you on the path of life."- Amartya Sen
'Teachers can change lives with just the right mix of chalk and challenges.' — Joyce Meyer
'I hang out with my guru in my heart. And I love every thing in the universe. That's all I do all day.' - Ram Dass
"A guru is the one who helps you to find the hidden potential within you."- Sri Aurobindo
'What the teacher is, is more important than what he teaches.' — Karl Menninger
'I bow at His Feet constantly, and pray to Him, the Guru, the True Guru, has shown me the Way.' - Guru Nanak
"The guru is like a ladder that helps us reach the heights of our true self."- Osho
"A guru is the one who shows the path to liberation."- Swami Vivekananda
'The art of teaching is the art of assisting discovery.' — Mark Van Doren
'A whole generation is moving away from highly ritualistic practices into a more thinking, spiritual process. By spiritual, I don't refer to a cult or a guru. In your heart, you continue to feel the presence of people who've been dear to you even after they've left.' - Amala Akkineni
'The roots of education are bitter, but the fruit is sweet.' — Aristotle
"My guru said that when he suffers, it brings him closer to God. I have found this, too." - by Ram Dass
'It is the supreme art of the teacher to awaken joy in creative expression and knowledge.' — Albert Einstein
"The guru is the means of realizing the self."- Ramakrishna Paramahamsa
'A teacher is one who makes himself progressively unnecessary.' — Thomas Carruthers
'Education is the most powerful weapon which you can use to change the world.' — Nelson Mandela
'There is but One God. His name is Truth; He is the Creator. He fears none; he is without hate. He never dies; He is beyond the cycle of births and death. He is self-illuminated. He is realized by the kindness of the True Guru. He was True in the beginning; He was True when the ages commenced and has ever been True. He is also True now.' - Guru Nanak
Guru Purnima wishes and messages 2025
Blessed is the one who respects his Guru. I bow to the one who has inspired me. I bow to the one who has taught me the right way of life. You have been my role model. Happy Guru Purnima!
Your words have helped me achieve more success. Thank you for everything on this special day. Happy Guru Purnima!
Walking with the Guru means walking in the light, away from the darkness of ignorance. You leave behind all your problems and move towards the best experiences in life. Happy Guru Purnima!
The Guru takes you on an amazing journey from the seen to the unseen, from the material to the spiritual, from the temporary to the eternal. Thank you for being my Guru. Happy Guru Purnima!
A guru's goal isn't to make students just like them, but to help students become their own unique selves. A guru is like a candle – it burns itself to light the path for others. Happy Guru Purnima!
A guru's heart is full of love and bravery that they share with everyone they teach. When it comes to teaching, you are the best. Happy Guru Purnima!
गुरु पूर्णिमा पर, आपके समर्पण और शिक्षाओं के लिए हम हमेशा कृतज्ञ रहेंगे।
गुरु पूर्णिमा पर, आपके जीवन में सुख और शांति की कामना करता हूँ।
गुरुंच्या मार्गदर्शनाने जीवनाच्या प्रत्येक पायरीत यश प्राप्त होवो. गुरु पूणिमा की हार्दिक शुभेच्छा!
गुरुंच्या आशीर्वादाने सर्व दुःखं दूर होवोत आणि आनंद मिळो. गुरु पूणिमा च्या शुभेच्छा!
"ગુરુ પૂણિમા પર તમારા જીવનમાં શાંતિ અને સુખ આવે, એવી શુભકામનાઓ!"
"ગુરુની સૂચના અને માર્ગદર્શનને અમુલ્ય માનીએ, અને તેમને Guru Purnima ના દિવસે શ્રદ્ધાંજલિ અર્પણ કરીએ!"
Guru Purnima 2025 is more than just a festival — it's a celebration of learning, guidance, and gratitude. Whether you follow spiritual teachings, academic learning, or life lessons from your parents, this day is the perfect time to express your thanks.
As the full moon lights up the sky on July 11, 2025, take a moment to thank the Gurus who have brought light into your life.
(Note: Dates/timings may be subject to change; details mentioned here are as per the information available.)
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