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Hans India
5 days ago
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- Hans India
Be indebted to your Guru for now and forever
Guru Sakshat Param Brahma Tasmai Sri Gurave Namaha! Guru Purnima celebrated on the full moon day of the Hindu month of Aashaadha, which this year falls on Thursday (July 10), holds tremendous significance in today's context as it emphasises the value of teachers and mentors in guiding individuals towards knowledge, enlightenment and personal growth. It is a day to express gratitude and respect for those who illuminate our path, whether they are academic teachers, spiritual guides or even parents. In essence, Guru Purnima is not just a religious or cultural festival; it is a timeless reminder of the profound impact of teachers and mentors in shaping individuals and society fostering a culture of learning, gratitude and spiritual growth. This is the time of the year when the Adi Yogi's attention fell upon his first seven disciples—the now celebrated Saptarishis. In the yogic tradition Bhagwan Shiva is not worshipped as God, but is considered the Adi Yogi—the first Yogi and Adi Guru, the first guru from when the yogic science originated. So, this month is considered as the best and most auspicious time to receive the grace of the Guru and make one receptive to the process. The Saptarishis had done some simple preparatory steps for 84 years, without a moment of attention from Him, the Adi Yogi. During the shift of the southern Sun which is called Dakshinayan, Adi Yogi noticed these seven people with undivided attention. Then on the first Solstice, He decided to teach them and become a Guru. He could not ignore the efforts of the Saptarishis and became compassionate, loosened up himself and became a teacher, which He never intended. The Saptarishis were competent enough to grasp whatever was offered and the Guru shared everything that he wanted to pass on. Guru Purnima is also known as Vyasa Purnima, which is celebrated to honour the birth anniversary of Maharishi Veda Vyasa, the sage who compiled the Vedas and authored The Mahabharata, a major epic in Hindu literature, which includes 'The Bhagavad Gita' revered by every Indian and people from all over the world. He is considered the Adi Guru or the first Guru in the Hindu tradition. He is revered for organising the vast body of Vedic knowledge into four parts-Rig Veda, Sama Veda, Yajurveda and the Atharva Veda. He is also the author of eighteen Puranas and the Brahma Sutras. The term 'Guru' itself signifies one who dispels darkness and ignorance, leading disciples towards enlightenment, a role that Vyasa embodied through his teachings. He is considered as one of the immortals, the 'Chiranjeevi' who would be alive in the current age the 'Kali Yuga'. Siddhartha Gautama attained Enlightenment on this day and became the Buddha, which involved understanding the true nature of reality and transcending suffering and escaping the cycle of rebirth. He is the preacher of 'Ahimsa Paramo Dharma' to the world. He is honoured on the Buddha Purnima Day commemorating his first sermon at Sarnath. It is for all such reverential reasons that this month is deemed as the best time to receive the grace of the Guru and a good time to earn the Grace of Adi Guru and every other guru. Grace is like mantra for growth that a human being can catapult himself to another dimension of existence, capability and possibility. If as a human being you are ready to strive, every door in the existence (universe) is open. On Guru Purnima there is a certain alliance between the moon and the planets, which creates receptivity in people to the very dimension that we refer to as the Guru.
NDTV
6 days ago
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- NDTV
Guru Purnima 2025: Date, Significance, And Timings
Guru Purnima 2025: This year, the spiritual observance of Guru Purnima will be celebrated on Thursday, July 10, corresponding to the full moon (Purnima) in the Hindu month of Ashadha. The Purnima tithi begins at 1:36 AM on July 10 and ends at 2:06 AM on July 11. Moonrise is expected at approximately 7:19 PM on July 11. Guru Purnima, also known as Vyasa Purnima, is held in reverence across Hindu, Buddhist, and Jain communities in India, Nepal, Bhutan, and beyond. It commemorates the birth of Maharishi Ved Vyasa, revered as the compiler of the Vedas and author of the Mahabharata, whose spiritual legacy as the Adi Guru (original teacher) continues to shape these traditions. For Buddhists, the day marks Lord Buddha's first sermon at Sarnath, initiating the formation of the Sangha and spreading the Dharma. In Jainism, it celebrates Lord Mahavira's appointment of Gautam Swami as his first disciple. Significance of Guru Purnima Honoring Gurus: Guru Purnima is a day to express gratitude to gurus, teachers, and mentors who remove darkness and guide us toward knowledge and truth. Spiritual Growth: It's an opportunity for spiritual reflection, introspection, and self-inquiry. Cultural Significance: Guru Purnima is celebrated by Hindus, Buddhists, and Jains, highlighting the importance of gurus in different traditions. Ways to Celebrate Guru Purnima Seek Blessings: Touch the feet of parents, elder siblings, and gurus to seek their blessings. Offer Prayers: Worship Lord Ganesha, the deity of wisdom and knowledge. Rituals: Perform puja, chant mantras, and offer flowers, fruits, and sweets to gurus. Satsang and Bhajan: Participate in spiritual discourses and group singing of devotional songs. Beyond religious rites, the legacy of spiritual mentorship is recognised worldwide. Indian-origin scholars Arvind Sharma and Ramesh Rao will receive INDICA's "Grateful2Gurus" award on July 10 for preserving Dharmic knowledge traditions. As full moonlight baths the sky on July 10 and 11, devotees reflect on the guru-shishya parampara, the timeless tradition of imparting wisdom, and reaffirm their gratitude to teachers, mentors, and guides who illuminate our paths.
